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ÖSD-Zertifikat practice: structure and scoring by level
ÖSD-Zertifikat exists from A1 to C1. Here you see, for each level, which parts the exam consists of, how the speaking exam is built and by what kind of scoring it works. You also practise with exams in the style of the ÖSD and get AI feedback.
- Practice exams in the style of the ÖSD from A1 to C1.
- Writing and speaking with AI feedback by the provider’s criteria.
- Your mistake profile collects mistakes across all exercises.
Practice exam · ÖSD
Example: this is what a practice exam in the style of ÖSD looks like.
Overview
ÖSD-Zertifikat from A1 to C1 at a glance.
The figures come from the profiles Sprachfuchs uses for the practice exams, with source and version. You find times and points in the official documents of the ÖSD.
| Level | Parts of the exam | Speaking | Pass rule | Practice exam at Sprachfuchs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A1 | Reading, Listening, Writing, Speaking | 1. Introducing yourself (four of six topics) 2. Describing a photo 3. Role play on the situation in the photo | Minimum points per part and for the oral part. | yes |
| A2 | Reading, Listening, Writing, Speaking | 1. Introducing yourself (five topics) 2. Planning an activity together | Minimum points per part and for the oral part. | yes |
| B1 | Reading, Listening, Writing, Speaking | 1. Planning something together and negotiating 2. Presentation on five slides 3. Giving feedback and asking questions | Module by module: each module has its own minimum. | coming soon |
| B2 | Reading, Listening, Writing, Speaking | 1. Getting to know someone and advising them (travel) 2. Describing and interpreting a picture 3. Exchanging opinions in an assigned role | Minimum points per part and for the oral part. | yes |
| C1 | Reading, Listening, Writing, Speaking | 1. Apologising on the phone and negotiating something 2. Discussing, arguing and convincing 3. Short talk on a given topic (graphic and short text) | Minimum points per part and for the oral part. | yes |
Sources and version
- A1: ÖSD, Durchführungsbestimmungen ÖSD Zertifikat A1, Stand Oktober 2023; ÖSD Zertifikat A1, Gesamtbogen Vers. 3.0 (Punkte, Mindestwerte, Prädikate)
- A2: ÖSD, Durchführungsbestimmungen ÖSD Zertifikat A2, Stand Oktober 2023; ÖSD Zertifikat A2, Gesamtbogen Vers. 3.0 (Punkte, Mindestwerte, Prädikate)
- B1: ÖSD, Durchführungsbestimmungen ÖSD Zertifikat B1, Stand Oktober 2023; ÖSD, Gesamtbogen ÖSD Zertifikat B1 Vers. 1.0 (Prädikate, je Modul 60 von 100)
- B2: ÖSD, Durchführungsbestimmungen ÖSD Zertifikat B2, Stand März 2019 und Oktober 2023; ÖSD, Gesamtbogen ÖSD Zertifikat B2, Vers. 5.0 (Juni 2026): Mindestpunkte je Subtest, Prädikate
- C1: ÖSD, Durchführungsbestimmungen ÖSD Zertifikat C1 (2019) und Prüfungsfolder (2024); ÖSD Zertifikat C1, Gesamtbogen Vers. 2.0 (2026): Punkte, Mindestwerte, Prädikate
Times and points are in the official documents of the exam provider and apply to the exam date in question.
How you practise
What Sprachfuchs offers in the style of ÖSD.
Scoring after the model
Points and pass rules follow the provider’s profile, with source. Where something is not secured, it is marked as open in the profile.
Speaking with an AI partner
Instructions, preparation time and a conversation with a voice, followed by an evaluation. More on speaking
Mistake profile
Recurring mistakes are collected and come back as short exercises.
The exams are our own practice material in the style of the provider and not original exams. The evaluation is an AI estimate and not an official grade.
Five tips
How to prepare for ÖSD tasks.
- Know the structure. Whoever knows which parts come wastes no time on orientation in the exam. Read the provider’s official documents on the structure.
- Practise timing. Solve whole exams under time pressure, not only single parts.
- Read the task carefully. Many points are lost because the task was different from what was expected.
- Speak out loud. You only learn speaking by speaking. Record yourself and listen.
- Collect mistakes. The same verb position, the same preposition: whoever knows their repeat mistakes can reduce them with purpose.
Frequently asked questions about ÖSD-Zertifikat
Can I take the exam at Sprachfuchs?
No. Sprachfuchs is an independent practice service and not an examination centre. You take the exam at an authorised centre of the provider.
Are the exams original exams?
No. The exams are our own practice material that follows the structure and the scoring criteria of the provider. Sprachfuchs is not affiliated with the ÖSD.
How accurate is the scoring?
The scoring of writing and speaking is an AI estimate by the criteria of the provider, not an official grade. Points and pass rules are in the official documents and can change; check them there before you register.
What does practice cost?
The first exam with evaluation is free, without payment details. More on the pricing page.
More to practise.
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Editorial team Sprachfuchs · Last updated: 12 Nov 2026