DELE A2 model exam: what it looks like and how to practise it
A DELE A2 model exam has four papers: reading, listening, writing and speaking. You can practise the same format here with original items. We never copy or paraphrase official exam papers.
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The four papers of a model exam
Each paper is worth 25 points. Reading takes 60 minutes with 4 tareas and 25 items. Listening takes 40 minutes with 4 tareas and 25 items, and each recording is played twice. Writing takes 45 minutes with 2 tareas of 60 to 70 and 70 to 80 words. Speaking takes 12 minutes after 12 minutes of preparation, with three tareas: a presentation, a photo description and a conversation in a simulated situation.
| Paper | Time | Tareas |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 60 min | 4 (25 items) |
| Listening | 40 min | 4 (25 items) |
| Writing | 45 min | 2 |
| Speaking | 12 min + 12 min preparation | 3 |
Try a free sample
A short check with reading, listening and speaking, with no sign-up.
How to pass a model exam
Group 1 is reading plus writing and Group 2 is listening plus speaking. You need at least 30 of 50 points in each group, so a strong paper can compensate for a weaker one in the same group, but not for the other group.
Practise the full format here
The full mock exam runs the four papers in the official order and gives an estimated report by group. Free practice every day includes one reading or listening set, one writing correction and one speaking task. For the official exam guide, see the DELE page of the Instituto Cervantes.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a free DELE A2 model exam?
You can try a free sample today with no sign-up, and one set of each kind every day. The full mock exam with all four papers is included in the paid passes.
Are these the official DELE A2 exams?
No. Our items are original and our scores are estimates. The official exam is run only by the Instituto Cervantes.
How many points does a model exam give?
100 points: 25 for each paper. You pass with at least 30 of 50 in each of the two groups.