Skip to content
Xpolariz, School of Languages and Careers

Learn German

Build your German step by step, for work, study and everyday life.

A teacher leads an adult German class, and a learner raises her hand

Where German is spoken

  • Germany

  • Austria

  • Switzerland

  • Liechtenstein

Your German journey starts here

Find the right level and ask us about the next batch.

German from A1 to B2

One step at a time, from first words to confident conversations.

  1. A1: Beginner

    Introduce yourself and ask simple questions.

    80 to 200 class hours from zero

  2. A2: Elementary

    Talk about shopping, work and daily life.

    200 to 350 class hours from zero

  3. B1: Intermediate

    Handle everyday situations and follow clear conversations.

    350 to 650 class hours from zero

  4. B2: Upper intermediate

    Express your views and join detailed conversations.

    600 to 800 class hours from zero

Class hours are estimates in lessons of 45 minutes, not our schedule. How many you need depends on what you already know and how often you study.

German levels A1 to B2 explained

How classes run

  • A learner at home follows a live German class on her laptop

    Online

    • 2 hours of live class daily
    • Flexible morning and evening timings
    • Recorded sessions if you miss a class
    • Study materials and worksheets
    • Weekend test
  • Adult learners practise speaking in small groups while a teacher walks between the tables

    At the centre

    • 3 hours daily, Monday to Friday
    • Flexible morning and evening timings
    • Saturday game activities
    • Study materials and worksheets
    • Weekend test

Exams we prepare you for

  • Goethe
  • telc
  • ÖSD
  • ECL
German exams: levels, sections, where to sit them and fees
Goethe-ZertifikatLevels:A1 to C2Sections:Listening, reading, writing and speaking. From B1 the four modules can be taken alone or together.Where in South India:Goethe-Institut Chennai and Bangalore, and Goethe-Zentren in Coimbatore, Trivandrum and KochiFee:A1 INR 9,400, A2 INR 10,600, B1 INR 18,800, B2 INR 21,200 at the Goethe-Institut, GST included. Goethe-Zentren set their own.
telc DeutschLevels:Includes telc Deutsch B1-B2 Pflege for nursesSections:The nursing exam uses texts from a nurse's working day and is taken as one exam, not in parts.Where in South India:Licensed telc exam centresFee:Set by each exam centre
TestDaFLevels:B2 to C1, for university (results TDN 3 to 5)Sections:Reading, listening, writing and speaking, on a computer at a test centreWhere in South India:TestDaF test centres in IndiaFee:Set by the test centre

Fees change, so check the centre before you book. For a Goethe exam in India, bring a valid passport: it is the only ID accepted.

Which level do you need?

It depends on your goal.

German level needed for each goal
Nurse in GermanyLevel:B2Why: Needed for recognition as a nurse. Your state authority confirms which certificate it accepts.German for nurses and skilled workers
Radiographer, operation theatre or anaesthesia technicianLevel:B2Why: Our employers ask for B2, and you pass every part of the exam. State authorities usually ask for B2 too.Jobs abroad
PhysiotherapistLevel:B1Why: Our employers ask for B1, and you pass every part of the exam.Physiotherapist jobs
AusbildungLevel:B1Why: Usually B1. The German missions in India ask for at least A2, and B1 for medical professions.German for Ausbildung
Farm manager or animal production workerLevel:B1Why: Our employers ask for B1, and you pass every part of the exam.Jobs abroad
Electrician, mechanic or truck driverLevel:A2Why: Our employers ask for A2, and you pass every part of the exam. The work visa itself sets no German level.Jobs abroad
Opportunity CardLevel:A1Why: On the points route, at least A1 German or B2 English. A fully recognised qualification needs no language proof.
Study in GermanLevel:TestDaF 4Why: German-taught degrees ask for TestDaF with level 4 in every part. Goethe C2 or telc C1 Hochschule usually count too.German for university

Enroll in a German course

Pick how you want to learn. We call you to confirm your batch.

  • Online classes

    Live classes from home, anywhere in India.

    • 2 hours of live class daily
    • Flexible morning and evening timings
    • Recorded sessions if you miss a class
    • Study materials and worksheets
    • Weekend test

    No payment now. We call you first.

  • Coimbatore and Thrissur

    Classes at our centre

    Learn in a classroom with your teacher.

    • 3 hours daily, Monday to Friday
    • Flexible morning and evening timings
    • Saturday game activities
    • Study materials and worksheets
    • Weekend test

    No payment now. We call you first.

Levels A1, A2, B1 and B2. Not sure of your level? Take the free level check

Questions about German

Ask us about your next step.

Ask on WhatsApp

Can I start as a beginner?

Yes. Start at A1 if you are new to German. Ask us about the next batch.

Which level should I start with?

Start at A1 if you are new to German. If you already know some, the free German level check gives you a rough idea of your level from A1 to B2.

Can I learn online?

Yes. Online classes are 2 hours of live class daily, with flexible morning and evening timings and recorded sessions if you miss a class. At the centre, classes are 3 hours daily, Monday to Friday.

When does the next batch start?

Ask us on WhatsApp or ask for a call back, and we will tell you when the next German batch starts.

How do I join?

Message us on WhatsApp or ask for a call back. We call you back within 5 minutes.

Start your German journey

Ask us about the next batch.