ÖSD exams A1, A2, B1, B2, C1 in St.Gallen

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 on ÖSD exam dates as well as registration and 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 St. Gallen 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?

LeveldaysExamination datesRegistration and deregistration period
A1Tuesday12.08.202529.07.2025
A1Tuesday26.08.202512.08.2025
A1Tuesday09.09.202526.08.2025
A1Tuesday23.09.202509.09.2025
A1Tuesday07.10.202523.09.2025
A1Tuesday21.10.202507.10.2025
A1Tuesday04.11.202521.10.2025
A1Tuesday18.11.202504.11.2025
A1Tuesday02.12.202518.11.2025
A1Tuesday16.12.202502.12.2025
A1Tuesday30.12.202516.12.2025

ÖSD exam A2 dates:

When are the next ÖSD A2 exam dates?

LeveldaysExamination datesRegistration and deregistration period
A2Tuesday19.08.202505.08.2025
A2Tuesday02.09.202519.08.2025
A2Tuesday16.09.202502.09.2025
A2Tuesday30.09.202516.09.2025
A2Tuesday14.10.202530.09.2025
A2Tuesday28.10.202514.10.2025
A2Tuesday11.11.202528.10.2025
A2Tuesday25.11.202511.11.2025
A2Tuesday09.12.202525.11.2025
A2Tuesday23.12.202509.12.2025

ÖSD exam B1 dates:

When are the next ÖSD B1 exam dates?

LeveldaysExamination datesRegistration and deregistration period
B1Tuesday19.08.202505.08.2025
B1Tuesday02.09.202519.08.2025
B1Tuesday16.09.202502.09.2025
B1Tuesday30.09.202516.09.2025
B1Tuesday14.10.202530.09.2025
B1Tuesday28.10.202514.10.2025
B1Tuesday11.11.202528.10.2025
B1Tuesday25.11.202511.11.2025
B1Tuesday09.12.202525.11.2025
B1Tuesday23.12.202509.12.2025

ÖSD exam B2 dates:

When are the next ÖSD B2 exam dates?

LeveldaysExamination datesRegistration and deregistration period
B2Tuesday19.08.202505.08.2025
B2Tuesday02.09.202519.08.2025
B2Tuesday16.09.202502.09.2025
B2Tuesday30.09.202516.09.2025
B2Tuesday14.10.202530.09.2025
B2Tuesday28.10.202514.10.2025
B2Tuesday11.11.202528.10.2025
B2Tuesday25.11.202511.11.2025
B2Tuesday09.12.202525.11.2025
B2Tuesday23.12.202509.12.2025

ÖSD exam C1 dates:

When are the next ÖSD C1 exam dates?

LeveldaysExamination datesRegistration and deregistration period
C1Tuesday12.08.202529.07.2025
C1Tuesday26.08.202512.08.2025
C1Tuesday09.09.202526.08.2025
C1Tuesday23.09.202509.09.2025
C1Tuesday07.10.202523.09.2025
C1Tuesday21.10.202507.10.2025
C1Tuesday04.11.202521.10.2025
C1Tuesday18.11.202504.11.2025
C1Tuesday02.12.202518.11.2025
C1Tuesday16.12.202502.12.2025
C1Tuesday30.12.202516.12.2025

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.

Unsubscribe:

Deregistration before the end of the registration and deregistration period is free of charge. If you deregister after this deadline, the examination costs will be charged in full.

ÖSD exams at ILS-St.Gallen

The ILS St.Gallen is a recognized examination center for the ÖSD exams and offers appointments 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.

ILS St.Gallen not only supports you in registering for the ÖSD exam, but also accompanies you throughout the entire exam process. Upon request, you can attend special ÖSD exam preparation courses that specifically prepare you for the requirements of each level. The experienced teachers at ILS St.Gallen are available to provide you with advice and support.

All important information about current ÖSD exam dates , exam content, and registration procedures can be found directly at ILS St.Gallen. Successfully passing the ÖSD exam at ILS St.Gallen will open up new perspectives for you—be it for your professional career, your studies, or your personal development in St.Gallen and beyond.