ExamPal is an AI-powered exam simulation platform for German language learners preparing for Telc B1 and Goethe B1. Mock exams are graded against official provider rubrics, giving you a realistic predicted score and actionable feedback before your real exam.
frequently asked questions
AI-graded German exam simulation for Goethe and Telc learners
Learn how ExamPal simulates real exam conditions, grades writing and speaking tasks against provider-specific criteria, and helps you understand your readiness before exam day.
How ExamPal Works
What ExamPal is and who it's built for
Telc Deutsch B1 and Goethe-Zertifikat B1. We are actively working to expand into additional Goethe and Telc levels, including B2 and C1.
ExamPal is built for adult German language learners registered for - or planning to take - an official Telc B1 or Goethe B1 exam. Ideal for self-studiers, language school students, and anyone who wants to measure readiness with realistic graded practice.
Yes! It is free during our beta phase.
Exam Simulation
How mock exams work on ExamPal
No. ExamPal is a simulation platform. It's designed to help you to prepare so you can perform your best on the real exam.
ExamPal replicates the exact task types, timing, and structure used in official Telc B1 and Goethe B1 exams - no surprises on exam day.
Yes - speaking, listening, reading, and writing are covered in separate parts of the exam, mirroring the complete official exam structure.
One part of a mock exam typically takes about 30 or 60 minutes to complete, mirroring the duration of the official Telc B1 and Goethe B1 exams.
Yes. The exam is split into four parts to allow allocating appropriate time for focused practice on specific skills or task types.
Preparing for the Exam
How to use ExamPal effectively in your exam preparation journey
Mock exams help with format, but without accurate scoring, they don't tell you if you will pass. ExamPal combines simulation + real grading, which is what most learners are missing.
You are ready when you can consistently achieve a passing score under realistic exam conditions. ExamPal helps you measure readiness by simulating the real exam environment and providing reliable scores.
During beta, you can take three times the same mock exams on ExamPal.
AI Grading & Scoring
How AI evaluates your performance
Yes. ExamPal's AI evaluates vocabulary, pronunciation, grammar, and task achievemnts using the same criteria as official Telc and Goethe rubrics. You will also get clear feedback to help you improve.
Speaking tasks are submitted as audio recordings within the simulation. Will be transcribed, and graded by AI against official criteria including fluency, pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar. For partner-discussion tasks, the AI simulates the partner role and evaluates your contributions relative to that context.
Yes. ExamPal's AI grading is designed to closely follow the official Telc and Goethe B1 rubrics, ensuring that your predicted scores reflect the same criteria used by human examiners.
After each simulation, you receive a predicted score per section according to real grading criteria.
Technical & Account
Setup, access, and privacy
No. ExamPal is entirely web-based - accessible from any modern browser on desktop or mobile. No downloads required.
Visit exam-pal.com/login. You can access ExamPal by signing up for a free account on our website.
ExamPal complies with GDPR. Your exam responses and personal data are processed securely and not shared with third parties without consent.
ExamPal is accessible on desktop & Mobile devices via web browsers.