In the global employment market, being able to communicate in French and English is advantageous. The ability to communicate in French allows you to work for French firms in France and other French-speaking countries. France is an important economic partner since it has one of the greatest economies in the world and is a popular destination for international investment.
In the world, more than 300 million people speak French. After English, French is the second most extensively studied foreign language and the fifth most commonly spoken language on the planet. French is also the only language taught in every country in the world, besides English. United Nations (UN), European Union (EU), UNESCO, NATO, International Olympics Committee (IOC), International Red Cross have made French as one of their working and official language.
Knowing and Speaking French language opens the doors to study at various famous French universities and business schools, which are among Europe’s and the world’s best higher education institutions. Canada is another popular destination where French is the second official language and knowledge of French is required for getting admitted to a university, research institute or college in Canada. Cooking, fashion, drama, the visual arts, dance, and architecture all use French as their primary language. Knowing French gives you access to great works of literature, as well as films and music, written in the original French. Speaking French can help you to enjoy your trip to Paris and all other beautiful reasons of France. It will give you insights into French culture and their way of life.
There are so many numerous benefits of learning French and due to this fact, career choices in French from the immense pool of opportunities are huge. Passing any one of the following internationally recognized French language proficiency exams would help you in achieving your dream.
The DELF (diplôme d’études en langue française: for beginners and intermediate-level learners) and DALF (diplôme approfondi de langue française: for advanced learners) exams will assess and certify your French language skills.
The DELF and DALF are two distinct internationally recognized French Language proficiency diplomas provided by the French Ministry of National Education to certify language capabilities of people who do not speak French as their first language. These examinations’ results are valid for lifetime. France Education International created the DELF and DALF diplomas, which represent the six levels of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL). The six levels are completely independent of each other and each level evaluates the four key areas namely speaking, reading, writing. and listening
| CEFRL | DELF/DALF | AGE GROUP (Years) | LANGUAGE LEVEL |
| Level A1.1 | DILF | Adults
Only available in France |
Pre-Beginner |
| DELF Prim | 8-12 | ||
| Level A1
Level A2 |
DELF Prim | 8-12 | Beginner
Elementary |
| DELF Junior | 12-18 | ||
| DELF School | 12-18 | ||
| DELF Pro | Working Professionals & students | ||
| DELF A1/A2 | Adults | ||
| Level B1
Level B2 |
DELF Junior | 12-18 | Intermediate
Upper Intermediate |
| DELF School | 12-18 | ||
| DELF Pro | Working Professionals & students | ||
| DELF B1/B2 | Adults | ||
| Level C1 | DALF | Adults | Advanced |
| Level C2 | DALF | Adults | Proficiency |
- DILF (Diplôme Initial de Langue Française Initial Diploma in French)- It is aimed at the absolute starters as well as those who are new to France. It evaluates the student’s first understanding of French (level A1.1). DILF is a prerequisite for DELF and DALF. Please keep in mind that DILF is only available in French territory.
- DELF Prim (Diplôme d’études en langue française for children aged 8-12 years) – It is for elementary school students aged 8 to 12. A1.1, A1, and A2 are the three levels of DELF Prim. It is ideal for stimulating and motivating youngsters in the learning process of the French language in the early years
- DELF junior and DELF for schools (Diplôme d’études en langue française for teenagers) – It is designed for teenagers in the middle and high school who are between the ages of 12 and 18 years. DELF for schools and DELF junior are separated into four levels: A1, A2, B1 and B2. It is a significant step forward in the process of youngsters learning French and validating their talents in the language.
- DELF Pro (Diplôme d’études en langue française for professionals) – It is the DELF’s professional version. The goal of the DELF pro is to evaluate the communication abilities of working professionals and students who play an important role in a French-speaking environment. There are four levels in DELF Pro: A1, A2, B1, and B2.
- DELF (Diplôme d’Études en Langue Française) – It is meant for every French language learner who is above 17 years of age and who would like to evaluate the French ability in all the four areas: speaking, reading, writing and listening. All DELF diplomas relate to CEFR level A1 to B2
- DALF (Diplôme Approfondi de Langue Française) – It is meant for French language enthusiasts who would like to gain proficiency in the language. It is divided in to two CEFR levels namely C1(advanced) and C2 (proficiency). DALF C2 is the highest level of certification one can achieve in the French language.
DELF DALF Examination Centers in India
The Alliance française network in India conducts the DELF-DALF examinations across India at following locations
- Ahmedabad
- Bangalore
- Bhopal
- Chandigarh
- Chennai
- Coimbatore
- Goa
- Hyderabad
- Jaipur
- Kolkata
- Mumbai
- New Delhi
- Pune
- Pondicherry
- Trivandrum
DELF DALF Examination Fees
The DELF / DALF fee structure is approved by the FRENCH MINISTRY OF NATIONAL EDUCATION. Students must pay their costs either online or in an authorized DELF testing center, such as Alliance Française or Institut Français.
DELF A1-B2 fees for external students varies from Rs 8850 to Rs 10,620.
DELF A1-B2 fees for internal students varies from Rs 5310 to Rs 5900
DALF C1-C2 fees for external students is Rs 11,800 and for internal students is Rs 8260
DELF DALF Exam Calendar
Based on information available on Alliance française website below is the link to the French Exam schedule