TestDaF
Test Deutsch als Fremdsprache
The standardised German language test for international students. A TDN 4 in all four skills (Reading, Listening, Writing, Speaking) is typically required for German-taught bachelor's and master's programs. Alternatives: DSH, Goethe-Zertifikat C2, telc Deutsch C1 Hochschule.
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Frequency
6 dates per year
Duration
~3 hours 10 minutes
Format
Both
Score range
TDN 3, 4, or 5 per skill
Eligibility
International applicants to German-taught programs
Conducting body
TestDaF-Institut
Registration fee
€195
Source: TestDaF-Institut. Details here are for guidance only — fees, dates and eligibility change each cycle, so confirm on the official site before applying.
Verified against: TestDaF (g.a.s.t. / TestDaF-Institut) — official site.
Last verified: 14 June 2026.
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