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German classes in India: cost and time per level
Course fees and Goethe-Zertifikat exam fees for each level from A1 to C1, with how many lessons each takes.
Figures last confirmed 28 September 2026 against the official sources linked below.
| Level | Lessons from zero | Course | Exam |
|---|---|---|---|
| A1 | 80–200 | ₹28,500 | ₹9,400 |
| A2 | 200–350 | ₹28,500 | ₹10,600 |
| B1 | 350–650 | ₹28,500 | ₹18,800 |
| B2 | 600–800 | ₹57,000 (2 courses) | ₹21,200 |
| C1 | 800–1000 | ₹50,000 (2 courses) | ₹24,000 |
Course prices: Max Mueller Bhavan New Delhi list prices; other cities and institutes differ. Lessons are 45 minutes.
Max Mueller Bhavan New Delhi: courses · Goethe-Institut India: exams · DAAD: German for studying
Questions people ask
- How much does it cost to learn German up to B1 in India?
- About ₹1,04,300 for the A1, A2 and B1 courses at Max Mueller Bhavan New Delhi list prices plus the Goethe-Zertifikat B1 exam. Prices differ by city and institute.
- How long does it take to reach B1?
- The Goethe-Institut puts B1 at about 350–650 lessons of 45 minutes from zero.
- Which German level do I need?
- For an English-taught Master’s, none is required but A1–A2 helps daily life. A Studienkolleg needs about B1–B2, German-taught degrees about C1, and an Ausbildung visa at least A2 (B1 for medical professions). The Opportunity Card points route needs A1 (or English B2).
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