Turkish-German University Preparatory Exemption Documents
Level:B2–C1Duration:3 h 15 minFee:Varies by countryValidity:UnlimitedFormat:Paper / Computer
Last updated: 27 August 2026 · Verified against official sources
TGU may exempt students who submit an accepted German-language document on time and receive a positive document review.
Main accepted documents
| Document | Minimum condition |
|---|---|
| TestDaF | Total 12; at least TDN 3 in all four skills |
| telc Deutsch / telc Hochschule | C1 / C1 Hochschule |
| Goethe-Zertifikat | C1 or Großes Deutsches Sprachdiplom C2 |
| DSH | DSH 2 |
| DSD II | C1 |
| ÖSD | C1 |
| Abitur / Matura | Listed as exemption documents by Senate decision |
Digital and combined TestDaF
Digital TestDaF has been accepted since 2021. The current TGU page says that a Senate decision dated 6 May 2026 also accepts combined certificates built from digital TestDaF sections within six months.
Application
- Prepare the exemption petition.
- Submit the document to the School of Foreign Languages by the academic-calendar deadline.
- Allow for review by the university commission.
- Check both the document name and required level against the current decision.
Official sources
The exam rules and figures in this guide were checked against the official sources below.
Related guide
Prepare for your exemption target
If you choose TestDaF, start focused practice to reach TDN 3 in all four skills.