India Exam Calendar

Language Exam Dates
2025 – 2026

JLPT · DELF/DALF · TEF Canada · HSK · TOPIK · EPS-TOPIK · Goethe · DELE · CILS · TORFL — All exam dates, registration deadlines, India centers, fees and official contacts in one place.

✓ Updated June 2026
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Japanese
JLPT — Japanese Language Proficiency Test
日本語能力試験 (Nihongo Nōryoku Shiken)
N5 · N4 · N3 · N2 · N1 Twice yearly in India No expiry
SessionExam DateRegistration OpensRegistration ClosesResults
July 2025 (Session 1)6 July 2025March 2025April 2025August 2025
December 2025 (Session 2)7 December 2025July 2025September 2025January 2026
July 2026 (Session 1)5 July 2026 TBCMarch 2026April 2026August 2026
December 2026 (Session 2)December 2026 TBCJuly 2026September 2026January 2027

India Exam Centers (8 Cities)

New Delhi
Japan Foundation, New Delhi
Mumbai
Japan Foundation, Mumbai
Chennai
Japan Foundation, Chennai
Kolkata
Japan Foundation, Kolkata
Bengaluru
JLPT Center, Bangalore
Hyderabad
JLPT Center, Hyderabad
Ahmedabad
JLPT Center, Ahmedabad
Pune
JLPT Center, Pune

Note: Not all levels are offered at all centers. Check official site for your level.

Exam Fee (Approx.)

  • N5 / N4: ₹2,500 – ₹3,000
  • N3: ₹3,000 – ₹3,500
  • N2 / N1: ₹3,500 – ₹4,000

Fees vary by center. Check official site at registration.

Official Links

Contact — Japan Foundation New Delhi

  • 5A Ring Road, Lajpat Nagar IV, New Delhi 110024
  • Phone: +91-11-4610-9800
  • Email: jlpt@jfindia.org.in

Level Guide & Career Use

  • N5/N4 — Basic Japanese. Entry-level jobs, Ausbildung eligibility, tour guide roles
  • N3 — Business communication. TITP (Technical Intern Training Programme) minimum requirement
  • N2 — Professional Japanese. Required for most Japan-based employment, MEXT scholarship eligibility
  • N1 — Near-native. Interpreter, diplomatic, senior corporate roles. Highest professional recognition
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Japanese
NAT-TEST — Nihongo Achievement Test
日本語NAT-TEST (Nihongo NAT-TEST)
5A · 5 · 4 · 3 · 2 · 1 6 times per year Alternative to JLPT
SessionExam Date 2026Registration Deadline
Session 1January 2026December 2025
Session 2March 2026February 2026
Session 3May 2026April 2026
Session 4July 2026June 2026
Session 5September 2026August 2026
Session 6November 2026October 2026

India Centers

  • New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Pune, Hyderabad, Bengaluru

Exam Fee

  • ₹2,000 – ₹3,500 depending on level

Official Links

About NAT-TEST

The NAT-TEST is recognised for TITP (Specified Skills Worker) applications and many Japanese companies. It is offered 6 times a year, making it more flexible than JLPT. Popular among students who want more frequent testing opportunities.

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French
DELF / DALF — Official French Language Diplomas
Diplôme d'Études en Langue Française / Diplôme Approfondi de Langue Française
A1 · A2 · B1 · B2 (DELF) C1 · C2 (DALF) Valid for Life French Govt. Diploma
SessionExam PeriodRegistration DeadlineResults
Session 1 — 2026March–April 2026February 2026May–June 2026
Session 2 — 2026June–July 2026May 2026August–September 2026
Session 3 — 2026October–November 2026September 2026December 2026

Exact dates vary by Alliance Française center. Contact your nearest AF center for precise schedule.

Alliance Française India Centers

New Delhi
AF New Delhi, Lodhi Estate
Mumbai
AF Mumbai (AFMB)
Pune
AF Pune
Chennai
AF Chennai
Kolkata
AF Kolkata
Bengaluru
AF Bangalore
Hyderabad
AF Hyderabad
Ahmedabad
AF Ahmedabad

Exam Fees (Approx.)

  • DELF A1: ₹4,000 – ₹5,000
  • DELF A2: ₹4,500 – ₹5,500
  • DELF B1: ₹5,000 – ₹6,000
  • DELF B2: ₹5,500 – ₹7,000
  • DALF C1/C2: ₹6,500 – ₹8,000

Official Links

Why DELF/DALF Matters

  • DELF B2 — Minimum for most French university admissions (Campus France)
  • DELF B1 — Required for French citizenship applications
  • DALF C1 — Recognized by top French grandes écoles and professional bodies
  • Valid for life — no expiry date, unlike IELTS or TOEFL
DIFL coaches for DELF A1 to DALF C2. Rajasthan's most experienced French coaching institute.
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French — Canada Immigration
TEF Canada & TCF Canada
Test d'Évaluation de Français Canada / Test de Connaissance du Français Canada
Express Entry CRS +50 pts PNP French Streams Quebec Immigration Valid 2 Years
ExamFrequencyHow to RegisterResults Timeline
TEF CanadaMonthly (varies by center)Via Alliance Française or CCIP India3–4 weeks after exam
TCF CanadaMonthly (varies by center)Via Alliance Française centers3–4 weeks after exam

India Test Centers

New Delhi
Alliance Française, Lodhi Estate
Mumbai
Alliance Française Mumbai
Pune
Alliance Française Pune
Chennai
Alliance Française Chennai
Bengaluru
Alliance Française Bangalore
Kolkata
Alliance Française Kolkata

Exam Fees (Approx.)

  • TEF Canada: ₹8,000 – ₹12,000 (all 4 components)
  • TCF Canada: ₹8,000 – ₹12,000 (all 4 components)

CRS Points from French (Express Entry)

  • French CLB 7 (B2) as 2nd language: +50 CRS points
  • Both English + French strong: +50 additional points
  • Francophone dedicated draws: lower CRS cutoff

Official Links

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German
Goethe-Institut Examinations
Goethe-Zertifikat A1 / A2 / B1 / B2 / C1 / C2 — Official German Language Certificates
A1 to C2 Valid for Life Ausbildung · University · Immigration
LevelExam Sessions 2026RegistrationPurpose
A1 Start DeutschEvery month (rolling)4–6 weeks before examSpouse/family reunion visa to Germany
A2Every month (rolling)4–6 weeks before examBasic communication, entry level
B1 ZertifikatEvery month (rolling)4–6 weeks before examGerman citizenship (partial), Ausbildung applications
B2Every 2 months6 weeks before examAusbildung minimum, skilled worker visa
C1 HochschuleEvery 2–3 months6 weeks before examUniversity admission, professional certification
C2 Grosses Deutsches Sprachdiplom2–3 times per year8 weeks before examNear-native mastery, academic positions

Goethe-Institut / Max Mueller Bhavan India

New Delhi
Max Mueller Bhavan, 3 Kasturba Gandhi Marg
Mumbai
Max Mueller Bhavan Mumbai
Chennai
Max Mueller Bhavan Chennai
Kolkata
Max Mueller Bhavan Kolkata
Pune
German Consulate Cultural Center
Bengaluru
Max Mueller Bhavan Bangalore

Exam Fees (Approx.)

  • A1 / A2: ₹4,000 – ₹6,000
  • B1: ₹6,000 – ₹8,000
  • B2: ₹8,000 – ₹10,000
  • C1: ₹10,000 – ₹13,000
  • C2: ₹13,000 – ₹16,000

Official Links

Goethe Level → Germany Opportunity

  • A1 — Spouse visa / family reunification to Germany
  • B1 — German citizenship requirement, Ausbildung applications
  • B2 — Ausbildung (vocational training) admission, skilled worker visa
  • C1 — University admission (TestDaF alternative), Blue Card employment
  • C2 — Academic/diplomatic positions, highest professional recognition
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Korean
TOPIK — Test of Proficiency in Korean
한국어능력시험 (Hangugeo Neungnyeok Siheom)
TOPIK I (Levels 1–2) TOPIK II (Levels 3–6) GKS Scholarship University Admission
SessionExam Date 2026Registration PeriodResults
52nd TOPIK (Session 1)January 2026 TBCNov–Dec 2025February 2026
53rd TOPIK (Session 2)April 2026 TBCFeb–Mar 2026May 2026
54th TOPIK (Session 3)July 2026 TBCMay–June 2026August 2026
55th TOPIK (Session 4)October 2026 TBCAug–Sept 2026November 2026

India TOPIK Centers

New Delhi
Korean Cultural Centre India
Mumbai
Korean Education Centre
Chennai
TOPIK Center Chennai
Kolkata
TOPIK Center Kolkata

Exam Fee

  • TOPIK I: ₹2,000 – ₹3,000
  • TOPIK II: ₹3,000 – ₹4,000

TOPIK Level Guide

  • Level 1–2 (TOPIK I): Beginner — daily conversation, basic reading
  • Level 3–4 (TOPIK II): Intermediate — GKS Scholarship minimum (Level 3)
  • Level 5–6 (TOPIK II): Advanced — University research programs, professional use

Official Links

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Korean — Work Visa
EPS-TOPIK — Employment Permit System Test
고용허가제 한국어능력시험 (E-9 Work Visa Korean Language Test)
E-9 Work Visa (Korea) Manufacturing · Construction · Agriculture ₹1.5–2.5L/month in Korea
EventTimelineDetails
Registration AnnouncementAnnounced by HRD KoreaMonitor eps.go.kr and Korean Embassy India website
Online Registration WindowTypically 2–4 weeksRegistration on eps.go.kr — limited seats, apply immediately
Computer-Based Test (CBT)As per HRD Korea scheduleReading (multiple choice) + Listening test
Skill Verification TestAfter passing CBTPractical skills test at designated centers
Job MatchingAfter skill verificationMatched with Korean employers through HRD Korea
E-9 Visa IssuanceAfter job matchingDepart for Korea within validity period

India Test Centers

  • New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Ahmedabad (as per HRD Korea notification)

Test Details

  • Duration: 70 minutes
  • Format: Multiple choice (Reading) + Listening
  • Passing score: 80/200 in Reading + Listening pass
  • Fee: Approx. ₹500–1,000
  • Validity: 2 years from result date

Official Links & Contacts

Sectors Hiring Through EPS

  • Manufacturing (largest quota)
  • Construction
  • Agriculture & Livestock
  • Fisheries
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Mandarin Chinese
HSK — Chinese Proficiency Test
汉语水平考试 (Hànyǔ Shuǐpíng Kǎoshì)
HSK 1–6 (Classic) / HSK 1–9 (New) University Admission China Business Chinese
SessionExam Month 2026RegistrationFormat
Session 1January 2026December 2025Computer-based (CBT)
Session 2March 2026February 2026Computer-based (CBT)
Session 3May 2026April 2026Computer-based (CBT)
Session 4July 2026June 2026Computer-based (CBT)
Session 5September 2026August 2026Computer-based (CBT)
Session 6November 2026October 2026Computer-based (CBT)

India HSK Centers

New Delhi
Confucius Institute, JNU
Mumbai
Confucius Institute, Mumbai
Chennai
Confucius Institute, Chennai
Kolkata
Confucius Institute, Kolkata
Bengaluru
Confucius Institute, Bangalore

HSK Level Guide

  • HSK 1–2: Basic survival Chinese (~300 words)
  • HSK 3–4: Intermediate, business communication (~1,200 words) — most popular for trade
  • HSK 5–6: Advanced, university admission in China (~5,000 words)

Exam Fee

  • HSK 1–3: ₹2,000 – ₹3,500
  • HSK 4–6: ₹3,500 – ₹5,000

Official Links

Why HSK for Jaipur Traders?

  • China is Jaipur's #1 trading partner. HSK 4 eliminates the need for agents (saving ₹5–10L/year in commissions)
  • Essential for Canton Fair, Hong Kong Jewellery Fair, and direct factory negotiation
  • HSK 5+ required for undergraduate programs at Chinese universities
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Spanish
DELE — Diplomas de Español como Lengua Extranjera
Official Spanish Language Diplomas — Instituto Cervantes / Spanish Ministry of Education
A1 · A2 · B1 · B2 · C1 · C2 Valid for Life Spanish Govt. Diploma
SessionExam Period 2026Registration DeadlineResults
Session 1April 2026February 2026June 2026
Session 2May 2026March 2026July 2026
Session 3November 2026September 2026January 2027

Instituto Cervantes India Centers

New Delhi
Instituto Cervantes New Delhi, 48 Hanuman Road
Mumbai
Instituto Cervantes Mumbai

Exam Fees

  • DELE A1/A2: ₹5,000 – ₹7,000
  • DELE B1/B2: ₹7,000 – ₹9,000
  • DELE C1/C2: ₹9,000 – ₹12,000

Official Links & Contacts

DELE Use Cases

  • Spanish university admission (B2 minimum)
  • Spain work/study visa applications
  • Latin American country immigration
  • Spanish company employment
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Italian
CILS & PLIDA — Italian Language Certifications
CILS: Certificazione di Italiano come Lingua Straniera (Univ. of Siena) | PLIDA: Progetto Lingua Italiana Dante Alighieri
A1 to C2 Italy Flussi Work Visa University Admission Valid for Life
ExamSessions 2026RegistrationIndia Centers
CILS (Univ. of Siena)June 2026 & December 20263 months before examNew Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata
PLIDA (Dante Alighieri)March, June, October 20266 weeks before examNew Delhi, Mumbai
CELI (Univ. of Perugia)May & November 20268 weeks before examLimited centers

India Centers

New Delhi
Italian Embassy Cultural Center / Dante Alighieri Society
Mumbai
Istituto Italiano di Cultura Mumbai
Kolkata
Istituto Italiano di Cultura Kolkata

Exam Fees

  • CILS A1/A2: ₹5,000 – ₹7,000
  • CILS B1/B2: ₹7,000 – ₹10,000
  • CILS C1/C2: ₹10,000 – ₹14,000
  • PLIDA: Similar fee structure

Official Links

Why Italian Certification Matters

  • Flussi Decree: A2–B1 Italian mandatory for Italy seasonal work visa
  • University: B2 for Italian university undergraduate programs
  • Business: Marble, garment, luxury goods exporters to Italy
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Russian
TORFL — Test of Russian as a Foreign Language
ТРКИ — Тест по Русскому языку как Иностранному
A1 · A2 · B1 · B2 · C1 · C2 Russia University Admission Russian Scholarship
SessionTypical PeriodHow to Register
Session 1April–May 2026Via Russian Center / Pushkin Institute partners in India
Session 2October–November 2026Via Russian Center / Pushkin Institute partners in India

India Centers (Russian Cultural Centers)

New Delhi
Russian House in New Delhi (Rossotrudnichestvo)
Mumbai
Russian Centre of Science & Culture Mumbai
Chennai
Russian Centre Chennai
Kolkata
Russian Centre Kolkata

Official Links & Contacts

Why TORFL?

  • Required for Russian government scholarships (Rossotrudnichestvo)
  • Russian university admission requirement
  • Medical and engineering degrees in Russia
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Exam Guide
JLPT 2025-26 Complete Guide — Levels, Centers, Dates & Prep
N5 to N1, all 8 verified India centers, registration dates, fees & expert strategy.
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Exam Guide
DELF/DALF & TEF Canada Guide — Levels, Centers & Tips
A1 to C2, Alliance Française centers, TEF Canada CRS points strategy.
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Exam Guide
Goethe Institut Exam Guide — A1 to C2, Ausbildung & Blue Card
Max Mueller Bhavan centers, fees, Ausbildung requirements & prep strategy.
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Exam Guide
TOPIK 2025 Guide — Levels, India Centers, GKS & EPS-TOPIK
TOPIK I & II, verified centers, GKS scholarship requirements & coaching.
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Exam Guide
HSK Complete Guide — Levels, Confucius Institute Centers & Trade
HSK 1-6, India centers, registration on chinesetest.cn, trade-focused prep.
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Exam Guide
DELE & SIELE Spanish Exam Guide — Levels, Centers & Prep
Instituto Cervantes India, A1-C2 levels, Spain university requirements.
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Study Abroad
EPS-TOPIK 2025 — Complete Guide for Indian Applicants
Registration, syllabus, passing score, Korea work visa & DIFL coaching.
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Career
French for Canada PR — TEF Canada & CRS Points 2025
How TEF/TCF Canada adds 50+ CRS points to Express Entry.
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