telc German C1 Practice Test – Free PDF with Answers
The complete official model test to view and download – including an answer key and everything you need for your preparation.
As of 2026
Official practice test
Übungstest 1 – telc Deutsch C1
40 Pages · Publisher: telc gGmbH
What's inside the PDF
The official telc practice test contains a complete C1 exam in the real format: reading and Sprachbausteine, listening and the written part. It also includes the speaking tasks, an answer sheet and the answer key for the multiple-choice parts. So you can see exactly how the tasks look at C1 and how many points there are per part.
Use the test under real conditions: print the answer sheet, set a timer and work through the written parts in one go. Only afterwards check with the answer key. There is no model answer for the writing and speaking parts – here a teacher, a language partner or our mock exam with automatic feedback helps you.
A single practice test shows you the format but does not replace training. To pass with confidence, practice each exam part several times and get feedback – especially for writing and speaking, which the PDF answer key does not cover.
Frequently asked questions
Is the telc C1 practice test free?
Yes. telc provides at least one complete practice test free to download – without registration and without an account.
Are the answers included in the PDF?
For the multiple-choice parts (reading, Sprachbausteine, listening) yes – the answer key is at the end of the PDF. For the written and speaking parts there is no model answer, because an examiner grades them.
What is the difference between telc German C1 and C1 Hochschule?
Both certify the C1 level. “telc Deutsch C1” is the general exam; “telc Deutsch C1 Hochschule” is tailored to studying at a German university. Check which exam your exam center or university requires.
Is the practice test enough to prepare?
A single practice test shows you the format and your current level, but it does not replace training. To pass with confidence, practice each part several times and get feedback – especially for writing and speaking. That’s exactly what Prepliq offers with realistic mock exams and automatic scoring.
How do I prepare best with the PDF?
Do the practice test once in full under time pressure, mark it with the answer key, and then practice specifically the parts where you lost points. For writing and speaking you also need real feedback – for example via a realistic Prepliq mock that scores writing and speaking automatically against the official criteria.