The Czech Language Certificate Exam for foreigners verifies all five levels of achieved communication competency in accordance with the criteria specified in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (Companion Volume 2018). The quality of the CCE exam is verified by the Q mark, awarded by the international organisation ALTE to examinations which have successfully passed the audit and meet the 17 minimum quality standards.

What parts does the CCE exam involve?

The exam consists of several parts. The length and content of the individual exam subjects depends on the level you choose.

The written and oral parts of the exam are generally conducted on one day. There are breaks between the individual subtests of the written part of the exam.

The order of candidates for the oral part of the examination is set by a random draw and cannot be altered. The exam ends at latest by 7 p.m. for the last candidate. If the number of enrolled candidates does not allow the oral part of the exam to end at latest by 7 p.m. for all candidates, the oral part of the exam can be conducted on the following day. Candidates will be informed of this fact via e-mail after registration for the given date is closed.

Which level should I enrol for?

When deciding on the level to apply for, use the self assessment grid based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. You may find the translation of the grid in many other languages ​​here.

The European Language Portfolio will also help you with self-evaluation. 

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Recognition of the exam

The examination is recognized by most Czech and foreign employers and by some universities and colleges. It can help you for entrance examinations, improve your career and measure your progress in Czech.

• study at a university in the Czech Republic: List of the universities which recognise the CCE exam here.

• pedagogical staff: The CCE exam is recognized for demonstrating Czech language skills by pedagogical staff (foreigners). In the case of teaching in kindergartens, primary schools and in the teaching of general education subjects in secondary schools, level C1 is required. Level B2 is required for other pedagogical staff (Zákon č. 563/2004 Sb., o pedagogických pracovnících).
  

• civil servants: The CCE–B2 a CCE–C1 exam is recognised for demonstrating Czech language skills among civil servants who are applying for employment. More information is available in Act No. 234/2014 Coll., on civil service, and MŠMT Decree No. 175/2015 Coll.

• Permanent resident of the Czech Republic: CCE–A2 and above is equivalent to the Czech Language Exam for permanent residence. For more information, click here.

• Czech citizenship: the CCE–B1 and above is equivalent to the Czech Language Exam for Czech citizenship. More information can be found here. 

Exam fee

After sending the online form, you will receive an e-mail with confirmation and useful information, including instructions for payment of the exam fee. The fee for the exam in the Czech Republic must be paid no later than 3 days after submitting the application form. Proof of payment for the CCE examination must be presented at registration on the day of the examination.

Exam fee in Czech Republic

Level A1: 3 000 CZK
Level A2: 3 200 CZK
Level B1: 3 700 CZK
Level B2: 4 000 CZK
Level C1: 4 200 CZK

The full amount due (excluding bank or transfer fees) is to be credited to the recipient's bank account - UJOP UK (ILPS CU), i.e. the payer is responsible for all the fees connected with the bank transfer. The amount may be paid in euro according to the applicable currency exchange rates at KB (Komerční Banka).

Payment Instructions

Account No.: 107-8145640267/0100
IBAN: CZ53 0100 0001 0781 4564 0267
BIC (SWIFT): KOMBCZPPXXX

Variable symbol: 42205
Specific symbol: unique application form code
Constant symbol: 0308
Message for beneficiary: your first name and surname

Bank: Komercni banka, Na Prikope 33, 114 07 Praha 1
Account Name: Univerzita Karlova, Ovocny trh 5, 116 36 Praha 1

Cancellation or Transfer of the Application to Another Term in the Czech Republic

1. Until the online applications for the given term are closed:
   • If the application is cancelled, the non-repayable registration fee amounting CZK 500 will be deducted from the paid amount and it will be used for payment of a cancellation fee.
   • The transfer of an application to another term is possible only after paying a manipulation fee amounting CZK 500.
2. After the online applications for the given term are closed, it is not possible to cancel or transfer the application.
3. After the online applications are closed and in case the absence is documented by a medical confirmation:
   • If the application is cancelled, the non-repayable registration fee amounting CZK 500 will be deducted from the paid amount and it will be used for payment of a cancellation fee.
   • The transfer of an application to another term is possible only after paying a manipulation fee amounting CZK 500.

Cancellation or Transfer of the Application to Another Term abroad

In the event that a candidate cannot attend or has decided not to attend the examination abroad, he/she must follow the instructions of the given foreign examination centre. The conditions for postponing the examination date and refunding the examination fee are published by the examination centre on its website, or the examination centre informs the candidates at the latest before collecting the examination fee.

Reasons to choose CCE–A1?

• confirmation of Czech language proficiency at A1 level;
• internationally recognised certificate.

CCE–A1 qualification shows that you can...

• participate in uncomplicated everyday interactions in a very simple way, as long as people speak slowly and clearly;
• introduce yourself, ask and answer very simple concrete questions;
• understand basic information (e.g. about yourself, your family, shopping, work);
• write a very short, simple text about everyday and simple situations.

Exam format

Preparation

CCE‒A2

CCE‒B1

CCE‒B2

CCE‒C1

Reasons to choose CCE–C1?

• Confirmation of Czech language proficiency at C1 level;
• admission to study at medical faculties in the Czech Republic;
• employment in the labour market;
• internationally recognised certificate.

 

CCE–C1 qualification shows that...

• you are experienced language user who can easily and with high confidence handle all areas of language use, including academic and public domains;

• you can use Czech effectively and flexibly according to communicative situations and intentions;

• you can understand complex speeches (lectures, discussions) even on abstract topics, including speeches with implied relationships and ideas;

• you can write clear, detailed and well-organised texts on complex topics.

   

Exam format

Exam part (Subtest)	Time limit
Reading Comprehension	60 minutes
Listening Comprehension	50–55 minutes
Gramaticko-lexikální test	50 minutes
Writing	90 minutes
Speaking	23–27 minutes / pair

 

Preparation

 

Sample Exam CCE–C1 (PDF)

 

Sample Listening CCE–C1 (MP3)

 

Manual for preparation for the CCE–C1 Writing (PDF)

 

 

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