B1 Preliminary (PET)

A Preliminary qualification shows that you have mastered the basics of English with practical language skills for everyday use. 

  • The exam corresponds to level B1 and thus the level for the middle school certificate.
  • The exam tests all four English language skills – reading, writing, listening and speaking.
  • Certificate is valid for life and internationally recognised. 

Fees

  • Paper-based €165

The written and speaking exams usually take place on the same day. If the number of registrations is very high, the speaking examination will be held on one of the days within the specified time frame.

Late entries can be accepted under certain circumstances, in which case an additional fee of €60 will be charged.

Schedule

  • Written exam: 10 May 2025 Speaking exam: 02 May 2025–11 May 2025
    Result from the: 09 Jun 2025
    Certificate from the: 26 Jun 2025
    Closing date: 23 Mar 2025
  • Written exam: 22 Nov 2025 Speaking exam: 14 Nov 2025–23 Nov 2025
    Result from the: 19 Dec 2025
    Certificate from the: 15 Jan 2026
    Closing date: 07 Oct 2025
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