telc Deutsch A2
telc Deutsch A2 (Start Deutsch 2): format, pass mark and practice papers
You pass telc Deutsch A2 (Start Deutsch 2) with at least 36 of 60 points in total. The written exam gives 45 points and the oral exam 15. The written exam takes 70 minutes. Faust Academy has 24 practice papers in this format. One scored online paper per part is free, and every PDF is free.
Updated 7 October 2026, Faust Academy team
telc Deutsch A2 (Start Deutsch 2) is a German exam by telc gGmbH with a written and an oral part. The official telc practice test uses both names: telc Deutsch A2 and Start Deutsch 2.
This page sets out the parts, the points, the timing and the pass rule. Every number comes from the official telc practice test (Übungstest) for this level, listed under sources.
telc Deutsch A2 (Start Deutsch 2) at a glance
The written exam takes 70 minutes.
| Section | Structure | Points | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading (Lesen) | 3 parts, 15 tasks | 15 | 50 minutes, shared |
| Listening (Hören) | 3 parts, 15 tasks | 15 | 20 minutes |
| Writing (Schreiben) | 2 parts | 15 | 50 minutes, shared with reading |
| Speaking (Mündliche Prüfung) | 3 parts | 15 | Not stated separately |
How you pass, and the grades
You pass telc Deutsch A2 (Start Deutsch 2) with at least 36 of 60 points in total. The written exam gives 45 points and the oral exam 15.
| Points | Grade | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 54 to 60 | sehr gut | very good |
| 48 to 53.5 | gut | good |
| 42 to 47.5 | befriedigend | satisfactory |
| 36 to 41.5 | ausreichend | sufficient, a pass |
| 0 to 35.5 | teilgenommen | took part, no pass |
Parts and points in reading and listening
| Section | Part | Tasks | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lesen | Part 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Lesen | Part 2 | 5 | 5 |
| Lesen | Part 3 | 5 | 5 |
| Hören | Part 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Hören | Part 2 | 5 | 5 |
| Hören | Part 3 | 5 | 5 |
The writing task
You fill in five details in a form. Then you write a short letter and cover three of the four points the task offers. Reading and writing share 50 minutes.
The oral exam
You do the oral tasks with another candidate. React to what your partner says and keep the exchange going together.
- Teil 1: Sich vorstellen und Zusatzfragen beantworten
- Teil 2: Ein Alltagsgespräch führen
- Teil 3: Gemeinsam etwas aushandeln
How to prepare for telc Deutsch A2 (Start Deutsch 2)
- Count your points over the whole exam. 60 points are possible, 45 written and 15 oral.
- In listening, read the tasks before each recording and note how many times the task sheet says you hear it.
- Write under the real time limit: 50 minutes, shared with reading. Cover every point the task asks for, because the task points are part of the marking.
- Practise the oral parts out loud with a partner: Teil 1: Sich vorstellen und Zusatzfragen beantworten, Teil 2: Ein Alltagsgespräch führen, Teil 3: Gemeinsam etwas aushandeln.
After each practice paper: score yourself
- Add up your reading and listening points with the parts table above, then compare your result with the pass rule for your level.
- For each wrong answer, find the place in the text or the recording that gives the right answer, and note why you missed it: an unknown word, a number you did not catch, or too little time.
- Check your writing against the task: every point covered, a fitting greeting and closing, and a tone that suits the reader.
- Write down your score with the date. After three papers you can see whether you are moving toward the pass mark in every section.
Practise with Faust Academy
Faust Academy has 24 practice papers in the telc Deutsch A2 (Start Deutsch 2) format for reading, listening, writing and speaking, each with a PDF and answers or marking guidance. One scored online paper per part is free, and every PDF is free.
Faust Academy is independent practice. It is not a product of the Goethe-Institut and issues no certificates.
telc A2 practice papers
- telc A2 practice papers, page in German
- telc A2 reading papers, page in German
- telc A2 listening papers, page in German
- telc A2 writing tasks, page in German
- telc A2 speaking materials, page in German
Frequently asked questions
- How long is telc Deutsch A2 (Start Deutsch 2)?
- The written exam takes 70 minutes.
- How many points do I need to pass telc Deutsch A2 (Start Deutsch 2)?
- You pass telc Deutsch A2 (Start Deutsch 2) with at least 36 of 60 points in total. The written exam gives 45 points and the oral exam 15.
- Can a strong written result make up for a weak oral result?
- Yes. At telc Deutsch A2 (Start Deutsch 2) the written and oral points count together, and 36 of 60 points in total is a pass.
- What grades are on the certificate?
- sehr gut (very good) from 54 to 60 points, gut (good) from 48 to 53.5 points, befriedigend (satisfactory) from 42 to 47.5 points, ausreichend (sufficient, a pass) from 36 to 41.5 points, teilgenommen (took part, no pass) from 0 to 35.5 points.
- Is telc Deutsch A2 the same as Start Deutsch 2?
- The official telc practice test uses both names: telc Deutsch A2 and Start Deutsch 2.
- Are the Faust papers official telc papers?
- No. Faust Academy is independent practice. It is not a product of the Goethe-Institut and issues no certificates.
- Which papers and PDFs are free?
- One scored online paper per part is free, and every PDF is free.
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