Languages covered by the ECL Consortium

The ECL system has been adopted for the following languages:

United Kingdom

Bulgarian

United Kingdom

Croatian

United Kingdom

Czech

United Kingdom

English

United Kingdom

French

United Kingdom

German

United Kingdom

Hebrew

United Kingdom

Hungarian

United Kingdom

Italian

United Kingdom

Polish

United Kingdom

Romanian

United Kingdom

Russian

United Kingdom

Serbian

United Kingdom

Slovak

United Kingdom

Spanish

ECL Exam Format Overview
Reading
LevelsA2B1B2C1
Time (mins)35354545
No. of Tasks2222
Word Count Per Task400-600 Per task500-700 Per task800-1000 Per task1000-1300 Per task
Right Answers10 right answers per task10 right answers per task10 right answers per task10 right answers per task
Writing
LevelsA2B1B2C1
Time (mins)35406075
No. of Tasks2222
Word Count Per Task50 Per task100 Per task150 Per task200 Per task
Listening
LevelsA2B1B2C1
Time (mins)15-2020-2525-3030-35
No. of Tasks2222
Word Count per task400-600 Per task500-700 Per task800-1000 Per task1200-1500 Per task
Right Answers10 right answers per task10 right answers per task10 right answers per task10 right answers per task
Pauses in Recording
Before the first PlayingMax. 120 seconds, depending on the difficulty
After the first playing10-30 seconds60-90 seconds
After the second playingMax. 60 secondsMax. 120 seconds
Speaking (Multiple candidates)
LevelsA2B1B2C1
Time (mins) 2 candidates15-1818-2018-2018-20
Time (mins) 3 candidates22-2528-3028-3028-30
Time (mins) 1 candidate10-1213-1513-1513-15
No. of tasks2222
Upcoming Exams

Why ECL in German?

Our examination centres strictly observe the ECL exam pattern, ensuring fairness and impartiality. The ECL German examination is one subset under the umbrella of ECL examinations.

With the rising demand for manpower in Germany, there are many excellent opportunities for students and workers to secure growing careers in the country.

Some features of the ECL Exam that you need to know

Early access to speaking topics

Early access to speaking topics

Students will get access to their German speaking topics well in advance of the exam data to help with their preparations.

Choose your speaking partner

Choose your speaking partner

The ECL exam allows you the freedom to choose your own German speaking partner before appearing for the speaking portion.

Dictionary access

Dictionary access

Candidates are allowed to bring their own dictionaries to the exam to help them with the Writing portion of the exam. Dictionaries are forbidden for the other sections.

Revaluation

Revaluation/Paper Review

Suppose a candidate is not satisfied with their results. They can submit their modules for re-evaluation or review. All sessions are recorded for fair evaluation.

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    FAQs
    What is the ECL exam?

    ECL stands for “European Consortium for the Certificate of Attainment in Modern Languages.” It is an international standardised exam system that is customised to test the proficiency of languages of EU member states and EU candidate countries.

    How do I pass the ECL exam?

    In order to pass the ECL Exam, you must score a minimum of 40% in speaking, reading, writing, and listening. That’s not all; your overall average score for all modules combined should meet a minimum score of 60%.

    Which languages are available for the ECL exam?

    The ECL Examination is available internationally for Bulgarian, Czech, Croatian, French, German, Hebrew, English, Hungarian, Italian, Rumanian, Russian, Polish, Serbian, Spanish, and Slovak.

    Who can take the ECL exam?

    Anyone looking to migrate to any of the member states of the EU can appear for the ECL Examination. Language proficiency certificates of ECL examinations are internationally valid and accepted.

    Are there any age requirements for taking the ECL exam?

    Individuals of all ages can appear as candidates for the ECL Examinations. There are no age restrictions.

    How long does it take to receive ECL exam results?

    Results for ECL exams are published within 30 days of when candidates write their exams. Results will be available on https://eclexam.eu/.