DELE is a Spanish-language proficiency diploma administered by Instituto Cervantes on behalf of Spain's education authorities. Acceptance and the required level depend on the institution, employer or public authority; applicants should verify the exact current requirement before registering.
| Feature | DELE | SIELE |
|---|---|---|
| Issued by | Instituto Cervantes / Spanish Ministry | Cervantes + UNAM + U.Salamanca + UBA |
| Validity | Lifelong | 5 years |
| Format | Offline at certified center only | Online anytime |
| Levels | A1–C2 separate exams | A1–C1 continuous scale |
| Common use | Long-term evidence where the receiving body accepts DELE | Time-limited proficiency evidence where the receiving body accepts SIELE |
DELE dates, available levels and registration deadlines vary by session and examination centre. Confirm the live calendar before planning study, travel or payment.
Use the current session calendar and centre finder at diplomas.cervantes.es. A date listed for one country or centre does not guarantee availability in India.
Authorised centres, addresses, contacts and the levels offered can change. Use Instituto Cervantes' official centre search and confirm the exact session directly with the selected centre before paying or arranging travel.
| Level | Skills | Duration | Pass | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DELE A1 | Reading, Listening, Writing, Speaking | ~1h 30min | 60/100 | Beginners, travel |
| DELE A2 | All 4 skills | ~2h | 60/100 | Elementary communication |
| DELE B1 | All 4 skills | ~2h 30min | 60/100 | Work in Spain, tourism |
| DELE B2 | All 4 skills | Check current guide | Check current scoring rules | Where a receiving institution accepts B2 |
| DELE C1 | All 4 skills | ~3h 30min | 60/100 | Professional, academic |
| DELE C2 | All 4 skills | ~4h | 60/100 | Near-native mastery |
Fees and any student or course-linked discounts depend on the level, session and centre and may change. Check the official registration page and written terms before paying. DIFL's Spanish programme includes DELE-oriented preparation, but examination registration and certification are controlled by the official provider.