Prep for telc Deutsch B1 and the DTZ

Pass the B1 exam on your first try.

8 practice tests in the telc Deutsch B1 and DTZ (Deutsch-Test für Zuwanderer) formats, with official timing and real scoring rules — plus a clear explanation for each of the 435 questions, in Turkish and German. No ads, no account, works offline.

One full telc B1 test, one full DTZ test and a mini test are completely free — no card required.

8practice tests (telc B1 + DTZ)
435original questions
435explanations (TR + DE)
44Redemittel cards
Why this app?

Every question comes with a real explanation.

Other apps just say right or wrong. We explain, for each of the 435 questions and in Turkish and German, why the wrong options are traps — so you recognize them before exam day.

„Ich interessiere mich ___ Musik.“

Pick an answer — can you spot the trap?

Why? The verb „sich interessieren“ always takes für. „über“ is the classic trap when translating literally from your own language.
Features

Whatever the exam throws at you, it's in your pocket.

Content built to the real telc B1 and DTZ formats: the same sections, the same task types, the same timing.

8 practice tests: 5 telc B1 + 3 DTZ

telc B1 with Lesen, Sprachbausteine, Hören and Schreiben; DTZ with Hören, Lesen and Schreiben (choose task A or B) — solved start to finish in the real exam flow. If you stop halfway, you continue right where you left off. One telc B1 test and one DTZ test are completely free.

telc B1: 300 questionsDTZ: 135 questions435 explanations

Official timing and scoring

Real exam durations; for telc B1 the official 225-point calculation and 60% pass line, for the DTZ an A2 or B1 level result based on the official score bands. On exam day the format feels familiar.

Exam date and reminder

Enter your exam date, follow the countdown and get a local reminder. Official links for finding an exam centre are in the app.

AI Schreiben coach

Write your letter and get a score out of 20 against the three official criteria (Inhalt, Kommunikative Gestaltung, Formale Richtigkeit), point-by-point feedback and a corrected text. A live checklist helps while you write.

Official rubricFeedback in German + your language

Redemittel deck

Ready-made phrases that earn points in Schreiben and the oral exam: pick by topic, learn with an example sentence.

No ads, works offline

No account, no ads, no internet required. Tests and explanations live on your device — study on the subway.

Free mini test

One part each of Lesen, Sprachbausteine and Hören — see your level in 10–15 minutes. The first step before a full practice test.

Exam format

Four written sections in telc B1, three in the DTZ.

Below are the telc B1 written sections. The DTZ practice tests cover Hören (about 25 min), Lesen (45 min) and Schreiben (30 min). Strategy tips before every section: trap types, time management and scoring tactics.

LesenReading
90 min with Sprachbausteine

Matching and multiple-choice tasks with realistic text lengths.

SprachbausteineLanguage elements
90 min with Lesen

Grammar and vocabulary gap-fill — the section with the most traps.

HörenListening
About 30 min

Listening tasks in the exam format with the official playback flow (Teil 1 once, Teil 2–3 twice).

SchreibenWriting
30 min

The semi-formal letter task, with AI evaluation and a live checklist.

Inside the app

The screen mirrors the exam.

No decoration — real task types, a real timer, real scoring.

Solve with a real timer, in the real format. Exam engine

Solve with a real timer, in the real format.

Every section opens with its official time limit. Each answer is saved on tap — even if you close the app, the test resumes where you stopped.

  • Matching, multiple choice and gap-fill — the exact task types from the exam
  • Strategy tips at the start of each section
  • Official playback flow in the listening section (Teil 1 once, Teil 2–3 twice)
Would you pass if it were today? Results

Would you pass if it were today?

Scores per section, right against the pass line.

  • Official 225-point telc scoring with the 60% pass mark
  • DTZ: A2/B1 level for Hören + Lesen
  • Your weakest section at a glance
Finally see why the answer was wrong Mistake review

Finally see why the answer was wrong

Every mistake explained, in Turkish too.

  • Turkish and German explanations for all 435 questions
  • Why the trap option is wrong
  • Premium: practice your mistakes again
Write your letter, see your score in minutes. AI Schreiben coach

Write your letter, see your score in minutes.

A score out of 20 against the three official criteria, point-by-point feedback and a corrected text. Know what you'd score before the real exam.

  • The official telc rubric: Inhalt, Kommunikative Gestaltung, Formale Richtigkeit
  • Live checklist while writing — no Leitpunkt left uncovered
  • Register warning: an informal greeting in a formal letter gets flagged instantly
How it works

Exam-ready in three steps.

Take a practice test

Solve a full test with real timing and format. Stop halfway and resume right where you left off.

Understand your mistakes

See your score per section against the pass line (your A2/B1 level for the DTZ), and read the explanation for every wrong answer.

Walk in confident

Track the countdown, let the AI grade your Schreiben, and lift your score with the phrase deck.

Two practice tests and a mini test are free.

Start with the free 10–15 minute mini test (one part each of Lesen, Sprachbausteine and Hören) to see your level. Download, solve telc B1 Test 1 and DTZ Test 1 start to finish and see the explanations. One AI writing evaluation is free as well. Premium unlocks all tests, mistake review and up to 5 AI writing evaluations per day — choose monthly, 3-month or a one-time Lifetime purchase.

No sign-up · No account
Cost comparison

Preparing costs less than you think.

The exam fee is already high — and failing has its own cost. Put the options side by side.

Intensive course (Intensivkurs)

~€200–400 / month

Fixed hours, fixed pace. In most courses the exam format only shows up in the final weeks.

Private tutoring

~€25–40 / hour

One-on-one attention is great, but every Schreiben you write costs extra — and practice tests burn lesson hours.

B1 Prüfung Trainer

Two tests free

8 practice tests (telc B1 + DTZ), 435 explanations and an AI Schreiben coach in your pocket — any time, at your own pace.

Course and tutoring prices are rough ranges for Germany and vary by city and provider. The app doesn't replace a course — alongside one, it drills the format and shows your weak spots.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Which exams does it prepare for?

The written sections of telc Deutsch B1 and the DTZ (Deutsch-Test für Zuwanderer): 5 telc B1 practice tests (300 questions) and 3 DTZ practice tests (135 questions). All content is original practice material in the official format; it does not include the oral exam (Sprechen) or an official certificate.

What is the DTZ and how is it different from telc B1?

The DTZ (Deutsch-Test für Zuwanderer) is the final exam of the German integration course (Integrationskurs), run by g.a.s.t.; there is no pass or fail, and the result is level A2 or B1. telc Deutsch B1 is a certificate exam with a pass mark, and its written part also includes Sprachbausteine (language elements).

How long is the DTZ exam?

The written part takes 100 minutes without a break: Hören about 25 minutes, Lesen 45 minutes, Schreiben 30 minutes. The oral part (Sprechen) is taken in pairs and lasts 16–20 minutes.

What do A2 and B1 mean in the DTZ?

The DTZ has no pass or fail; each part gets its own level. Hören and Lesen are scored together out of 45 points (33 or more is B1, 20–32 is A2), Schreiben out of 20 points (15 or more is B1, 7–14 is A2). The app's DTZ practice tests show your result as A2 or B1 using the same bands.

What score do you need to pass telc B1?

telc Deutsch B1 has 300 points in total: 225 for the written exam and 75 for the oral exam. To pass, you need at least 135 points (60%) in the written part and at least 45 points (60%) in the oral part. The app scores its telc tests with the same official 225-point calculation and 60% pass line.

How long is the telc B1 exam and what are its sections?

The written exam has four sections: Lesen (reading), Sprachbausteine (language elements), Hören (listening) and Schreiben (writing). Lesen and Sprachbausteine share 90 minutes, Hören takes about 30 minutes, Schreiben 30 minutes. All four are in the app with the same structure and timing.

Is there a German B1 prep app with Turkish explanations?

Yes. In B1 Prüfung Trainer, each of the 435 questions has an explanation in Turkish and in German; the interface is available in English, German and Turkish. The app is available for iPhone on the App Store.

Is it free, and what does Premium include?

The download is free; one telc B1 test, one DTZ test, a 10–15 minute mini test and one AI writing evaluation are free. Premium unlocks all tests, mistake review and up to 5 AI writing evaluations per day. You can choose monthly, 3-month or a one-time Lifetime purchase.

Does it work offline?

Yes. All tests and explanations ship with the app — solve them on a plane. Only the AI Schreiben evaluation and in-app purchases need an internet connection.

How does the AI Schreiben evaluation work?

You write your letter in the app; the AI gives a score out of 20, point-by-point feedback and a corrected text (for telc against Inhalt, Kommunikative Gestaltung and Formale Richtigkeit; for the DTZ as an A2/B1 level estimate). The score is a study estimate, not an official telc or DTZ score.

Is this an official telc app?

No. B1 Prüfung Trainer is an independent study product and is not affiliated with telc gGmbH, g.a.s.t. e.V. or BAMF. All exercises are original, exam-style material and not official test content.

Do I need an account?

No. No sign-up, no account, no ads. Your progress is stored only on your device; our privacy policy fits in two sentences.

Not sure if your German is good enough to start?

telc B1 Test 1 and DTZ Test 1 are free: solve one and see your section scores and result. You'll know exactly where you stand — and can plan your study accordingly.

Who can I write to with questions?

You can always reach us at umituysal48@hotmail.com. We reply within 48 hours.

The telc B1 exam can cost up to €185.
Taking it once is the cheapest option.

Don't leave it to chance: know the format cold, learn the traps, and walk in with confidence.

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