ÖSD exams are internationally recognized and range from level A1 to C2.
ÖSD Exams
i-Pro Edu is licensed examination centre for ÖSD German Language Exams.
What is ÖSD?
The ÖSD is an examination and assessment system for German Language. ÖSD exams correspond to the levels of the “Common European Framework of Reference for Languages” (CEFR). ÖSD exams are internationally recognised as proof of German language competence. The German acronym ÖSD stands for “Österreichisches Sprachdiplom Deutsch” as well as for “Österreich, Schweiz, Deutschland” (Austria, Switzerland, Germany).
For higher education / spouse immigration / relocation in German speaking countries, certificates are required. ÖSD, Telc and Goethe Institut are commonly accepted certificates.
Exam Pattern A1 / A2 / B2 / C1:
These exams consist of two modules Written exam (Reading, Listening, Writing) and Oral exam (Speaking). One can appear for single module or both modules together. Exam is deemed to be completed when one has passed in both the modules.
Exam Pattern B1 / C2:
These exams consist of four modules Reading, Listening, Writing and Speaking. One can appear for single module or combination of modules. Exam is deemed to be completed when one has passed in all four the modules.
Fees
ÖSD Zertifikat A1 – ₹ 11,800
ÖSD Zertifikat A2 – ₹ 11,800
ÖSD Zertifikat B1- ₹ 20,060
ÖSD Zertifikat B2: ₹ 20,060
If you are interested in writing A1/A2/B1/B2 Exam at this exam centre, please fill in the following google form.
SCHEDULE FOR UPCOMING ÖSD EXAMS : OCTOBER 2024
| EXAMINATION | EXAMINATION DATE | BOOKING START DATE | BOOKING END DATE | ENQUIRY FORM |
| A1 | 26-October-2024 & 27-October-2024 | 29-August-2024 | 27-September-2024 | BOOKING PERIOD EXPIRED |
| A2 | 26-October-2024 & 27-October-2024 | 29-August-2024 | 27-September-2024 | BOOKING PERIOD EXPIRED |
| B1 | 26-October-2024 & 27-October-2024 | 29-August-2024 | 27-September-2024 | BOOKING PERIOD EXPIRED |
| B2 | 26-October-2024 & 27-October-2024 | 29-August-2024 | 27-September-2024 | BOOKING PERIOD EXPIRED |
SCHEDULE FOR UPCOMING ÖSD EXAMS : DECEMBER 2024
| EXAMINATION | EXAMINATION DATE | BOOKING START DATE | BOOKING END DATE | ENQUIRY FORM |
| A1 | 28-December -2024 & 29-December -2024 | 08-October-2024 | 28-November-2024 | ENQUIRY FORM |
| A2 | 28-December -2024 & 29-December -2024 | 08-October-2024 | 28-November-2024 | ENQUIRY FORM |
| B1 | 28-December -2024 & 29-December -2024 | 08-October-2024 | 28-November-2024 | ENQUIRY FORM |
| B2 | 29-December -2024 & 29-December -2024 | 08-October-2024 | 28-November-2024 | ENQUIRY FORM |
FAQ
Who can appear for ÖSD Exams?
Anyone who is interested and wishes to get their German Language skills certified can appear for the examination. Following is the recommended age for taking the exam.
ÖSD Zertifikat A1 & ÖSD Zertifikat A2 : 14 years and older
ÖSD Zertifikat B1 / B2 / C1 / C2 : 16 years and older
For young learners, the following special exams may be offered by the Exam Centre:
ÖSD KID A1 & ÖSD KID A2 : 10 years and older
ÖSD Zertifikat Deutsch B1 Jungendliche : 12 years and older
Can I appear for an exam as a candidate with special needs?
Depending upon the type and level of impairment (e.g. reading, writing, visual or hearing difficulties), the ÖSD head office offers individual measures that enable a fair and barrier-free sitting of the exam.
Information for candidates with special needs can be found here. For specific questions, please contact the exam centre on Osd-exams@iproedu.in
Which exam do I need?
The choice of certificate depends on the purpose of the examination. For instance, for spouse immigration A1 level certificate could be needed. If you are looking for nursing jobs in Germany, B1 or B2 level might be needed. For student appearing for master’s degree University might have prescribed the level of exam. If you are a student, and need professional consultancy services for University Applications, please get in touch with our team on consultancy@iproedu.in
We recommend you to inform yourself in advance.
How many times can I repeat the exam?
The exam can be taken as often as required.
Where can I find exam preparation material?
A sample paper (model test) can be found on ÖSD website. i-Pro Edu frequently offers exam preparation courses. You may consider joining these courses for better understanding of exam pattern and solve practice tests. You can get in touch with us on admin@iproedu.in regarding Exam Preparation course for desired level.
Do ÖSD certificates have EXPIRY DATE?
Typically, ÖSD certificates do not have expiry date. However, the companies or universities generally expect you to submit a recent exam certificate. i.e. the exam taken in the last 1 or 2 years.
What is the passing criteria for each exam?
ÖSD- Zertifikat A1
For successfully passing the exam, one needs to score minimum prescribed score in each subtest, i.e. Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking individually. Additionally, one also needs to score minimum prescribed combined score in Written Module (total of Reading + Listening + Writing).
| Maximum Marks | Minimum Marks required for Passing | Minimum combined Score | |
| Reading: | 30 Marks | 6 Marks | 38 Marks (total of Reading + Listening + Writing) |
| Listening: | 30 Marks | 6 Marks | |
| Writing: | 15 Marks | 4 Marks in Writing Task 2 | |
| Speaking: | 25 Marks | 12 Marks |
ÖSD- Zertifikat A2
For successfully passing the exam, one needs to score minimum prescribed score in each subtest, i.e. Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking individually. Additionally, one also needs to score minimum prescribed combined score in Written Module (total of Reading + Listening + Writing).
| Maximum Marks | Minimum Marks required for Passing | Minimum combined Score | |
| Reading: | 25 Marks | 5 Marks | 35 Marks (total of Reading + Listening + Writing) |
| Listening: | 30 Marks | 6 Marks | |
| Writing: | 15 Marks | 3 Marks | |
| Speaking: | 20 Marks | 12 Marks |
ÖSD- Zertifikat B1
| Maximum Marks | Minimum Marks required for Passing | |
| Reading: | 100 Marks | 60 Marks |
| Listening: | 100 Marks | 60 Marks |
| Writing: | 100 Marks | 60 Marks |
| Speaking: | 100 Marks | 60 Marks |
ÖSD- Zertifikat B2
For successfully passing the exam, one needs to score minimum prescribed score in each subtest, i.e. Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking individually. Additionally, one also needs to score minimum prescribed combined score in Written Module (total of Reading + Listening + Writing).
| Maximum Marks | Minimum Marks required for Passing | Minimum combined Score | |
| Reading: | 20 Marks | 10 Marks | 42 Marks (total of Reading + Listening + Writing) |
| Listening: | 20 Marks | 10 Marks | |
| Writing: | 30 Marks | 15 Marks | |
| Speaking: | 30 Marks | 18 Marks |
When will I get my result?
Certificates are prepared and dispatched by ÖSD Austria and are expected to reach the Exam Centre within 6-7 weeks after the exam. Candidates can either collect the certificate personally from the exam centre within stipulated period. Otherwise, the Exam Centre will send the certificate to the candidate via courier.
Additional Express Results: In case of emergency, candidate has option of applying for Additional Express Results by paying the Additional Express Result fee of Rs. 8,500/-. If a request for speedy results along with Additional Express Result Fee of Rs. 8,500/- is received by the exam centre at least 10 working days before the exam date, the request can be processed. In such case the online result (PDF) will be available within 15 days from the date of exam and certificate will be dispatched within 20 days.
Can I change the name on my certificate?
Change of name or other details on the certificate is not possible in any case. Even if the candidate has changed the name due to marriage, divorce or other reasons, the name on the certificate cannot be changed.
My certificate is lost. Can I get a duplicate certificate?
In case of loss of certificate, candidates can submit the request to the Exam Centre osd-exams@iproedu.in. A fresh certificate will be issued by charging additional fees. The request for new certificate is possible only for five years from the date of the examination.
I cannot appear for the exam due to unavoidable reasons. Can I get a refund?
The fees once paid cannot be refunded under any circumstances.
Can I use dictionary during the exam?
Dictionaries are not allowed for A1, A2 and B1 exams.
Dictionary is allowed be used during B2 exam.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR ÖSD EXAM
Rules regarding Exam Registration
- Exam slot booking takes place online on first come first served basis.
- Candidates need to inform themselves about exam pattern, passing criteria and other exam relevant information such as Terms & Conditions for Exam Administration available on i-Pro Edu website or ÖSD website, before booking the exam.
- The name and personal details filled in at the time of booking should be accurate and as per the Government ID. The same shall appear on the certificate. No change in name will be accepted after registration.
- Candidates with special needs must write an email to osd-exams@iproedu.in with relevant documents before the registration, to enquire about possibility of conducting exams under special circumstances.
- Candidates agrees by registering for the exam, that his/her data will be stored, processed and utilised by i-Pro Edu and/or OSD for administrative and statistical purposes.
Rules regarding Identification Document:
- Candidate needs to upload a clear colour photo of a valid government ID (Only following documents are accepted: Passport or PAN Card or Aadhaar Card)
- PAN card is not applicable if the candidate is minor (PAN card without photo)
- The Identification should bear the candidate’s latest photograph (no childhood photo) and entire Date of Birth (not only the year of birth). In case candidate’s current appearance is significantly different than the photo on ID, please write an email to osd-exams@iproedu.in before making the payment.
- The ORIGINAL and VALID ID, which candidate has uploaded at the time of exam booking, must be carried by the candidate at the examination venue without fail. In case the original ID is not produced, the candidate will not be allowed to appear for the examination and the fees will not be returned.
- Laminated photocopy / Soft copy / Digi-Locker copy of the ID cannot be not accepted.
- The candidate will be allowed to appear for the exam, only when the examiner is fully satisfied about the identity of the candidate without any doubt.
Information about Exam Venue:
- Examination will take place at Partner-school of i-Pro Edu. The exact time of examination and detailed address will be sent to candidates one week before the examination.
- The examination venue is located around 8 Km away from the Central Bus Stand and around 19 Km away from the Railway station. Candidates need to plan the time for commute accordingly.
- The accommodation arrangements are not done by i-Pro Edu. Candidates need to arrange their accommodation (if required) on their own.
- Typically, the exam starts early in the morning and continues till late evening. The exact reporting time will be mentioned in the seat confirmation email. Late entry will not be allowed under any circumstance. In case candidate reaches the venue late, entry will be denied and the fees will not be returned.
- Candidates should bring their own tiffin box with dry snacks and water bottle, as there is no canteen facility or food shops nearby.
- The exam dates and timings are subject to change owing to inevitable problems. The final time will be mentioned on the hall ticket.
- Only candidates will be allowed to enter the exam venue. Parents / relatives / friends or anyone accompanying the candidates will not be allowed inside the exam venue.
- Candidates will be allowed to enter the exam venue only at the reporting time mentioned Booking Confirmation Email.
- Once candidate enters the venue, he/she can leave the venue only after competition of exam.
Rules regarding the Fees:
- The examination fee needs to be paid in full at the time of registration and is non-refundable and non-transferable under any circumstances.
- The date and time of examination cannot be changed, once the payment is done by the candidate.
- In case of no show, delayed entry or in case where candidate is found to be involved in copying / unfair practice, the fee will not be returned.
- In case of any doubt, candidates should write an email to osd-exams@iproedu.in before making the payment.
- i-Pro Edu reserves the right to cancel the examination due to unavoidable and unforeseen circumstances. In such case, the exam fee can be carried forward to the next exam date or can be refunded to candidate’s bank account.
Rules regarding belongings:
- Candidates are advised not to carry any personal belongings except examination related documents & ID to the examination venue. All the belongings including bags, purses, jackets, mobile phones, gadgets, wristwatches (analog and digital) / smartwatches, smart glasses, wallets, money, any kind of jewellery such as rings, necklaces, earrings, bracelets, etc.
- In case candidate brings any of these items to the exam venue, he/she will be asked to keep it in waiting room.
- Please note that Locker Facility is not available and i-Pro Edu i-Pro Edu – ÖSD Exam Centre or its Partner-school are not responsible for the safety of the belongings.
- Stationery or writing material should to be carried to the exam venue. A ballpen will be provided by the i-Pro Edu – ÖSD Exam Centre.
- Candidates are allowed to carry only transparent water bottle.