ÖSD exams A1, A2, B1, B2, C1 in Bern

Description & Course Objective

The ÖSD exam (Austrian Language Diploma for German) is an internationally recognized certificate for German as a foreign or second language. The ÖSD exam assesses language skills in the areas of listening, reading, writing, and speaking and is based on the levels of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR): A1, A2, B1, B2, and C1 .

The ÖSD certificate is accepted by many educational institutions, employers, and authorities in Europe and worldwide. It serves as proof of language skills for employment, study, or residence permits.

All information about ÖSD exam dates and Registration and the requirements for the ÖSD exams A1, A2, B1, B2 and C1 can be found below.

Prices ÖSD exam A1 / A2 / B1 / B2 / C1:

How much does an ÖSD exam in Bern cost?

Level  modulePrice
ZA1Written & Oral190.-
Only in writing160.-
Only verbally120.-
ZA2Written & Oral190.-
Only in writing160.-
Only verbally120.-
ZB1Written & Oral290.-
Reading, listening, writing (each)95.-
Write only220.-
Just speak150.-
ZB2Written & Oral290.-
Only in writing220.-
Only verbally150.-
ZC1Written & Oral360.-
Only in writing280.-
Only verbally210.-

ÖSD exam A1 dates:

When are the next ÖSD A1 exam dates?

LeveldaysExam datesRegistration and deregistration period
A1Wednesday17.09.202503.09.2025
A1Wednesday29.10.202515.10.2025

ÖSD exam A2 dates:

When are the next ÖSD A2 exam dates?

LeveldaysExam datesRegistration and deregistration period
A2Wednesday17.09.202503.09.2025
A2Wednesday29.10.202515.10.2025

ÖSD exam B1 dates:

When are the next ÖSD B1 exam dates?

LeveldaysExam datesRegistration and deregistration period
B1Wednesday20.08.202506.08.2025
B1Wednesday01.10.202517.09.2024
B1Wednesday12.11.202529.10.2025

ÖSD exam B2 dates:

When are the next ÖSD B2 exam dates?

LeveldaysExam datesRegistration and deregistration period
B2Wednesday06.08.202523.07.2025
B2Wednesday03.09.202520.08.2025
B2Wednesday15.10.202501.10.2025
B2Wednesday26.11.202512.11.2025

ÖSD exam C1 dates:

When are the next ÖSD C1 exam dates?

LeveldaysExam datesRegistration and deregistration period
C1Wednesday17.09.202503.09.2025
C1Wednesday29.10.202515.10.2025

Level:

A1, A2, B1, B2, C1

Register:

The number of places on the exams is limited. Please register early using the registration form or directly with us on site.
The respective registration deadline can be found in the table "Examination dates & registration deadlines".
You can Register up to 17 days before the exam. However, this will incur a late registration fee of CHF 30.

Please note that the examination fees must be paid in full by the day of the examination at the latest. Otherwise the participant will be excluded from the examination.

Deregistration:

Deregistration before the expiry of the registration and deregistration deadline is free of charge. If registration is cancelled after this deadline, the examination fees will be charged in full.

ÖSD exams at the ILS-Bern

The ILS-Bern is a recognized examination center for the ÖSD exams and offers dates for all levels – A1, A2, B1, B2, and C1. Here, you have the opportunity to officially confirm your German language skills according to international standards and obtain a certificate that is recognized by employers, educational institutions, and authorities in Switzerland and throughout Europe.

The ÖSD exams are based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) and assess skills in listening, reading, writing, and speaking. Whether you need German for work, study, or a residence permit, the ÖSD certificate is valuable proof of your language skills.

The ILS-Bern not only supports you in Registration for the ÖSD exam, but also accompanies you throughout the entire exam process. Upon request, you can attend special ÖSD exam preparation courses , which will specifically prepare you for the requirements of each level. The experienced teachers at ILS-Bern are there to help and advise you.

All important information about the current ÖSD exam dates , the exam contents and the registration modalities can be found directly at ILS-Bern With a successfully completed ÖSD exam on ILS-Bern New perspectives open up for you – be it for your professional career, your studies or your personal development in Bern and beyond.