Basic Level A2 – B1 Exam
Exam in Slovenian as a Second and Foreign Language at the Basic Level (A2–B1)
The CDI Univerzum in collaboration with the Center for Slovene as a Second and Foreign Language (Department of Slovenian Studies, Faculty of Philosophy, University of Ljubljana), conducts exams at the basic level according to the publicly valid educational program Slovenian as a Second and Foreign Language. The exams are intended for anyone who needs a publicly valid certificate of Slovenian language proficiency for official purposes (for example, for work or obtaining Slovenian citizenship).
How to Apply?
Please submit the application form no later than fourteen days before the examination date.. If the exam session is already closed, you will be assigned to the next available one. The exam fee is €172.00. We kindly ask that you make the payment online (via our online store) if possible; otherwise, several other payment methods are available (listed below the table).
| Online Application for the Slovenian Language Exam (A2-B1) – September 18, 2026 |
https://prijave.snipi.si/l36IohxK0m
Who can take the exam?
Anyone can apply for the Slovenian language exam, even if you have not previously studied under the program “Slovene as a Second and Foreign Language” or completed exam preparations. Before applying for the exam, we recommend visiting or calling CDI Univerzum, where you can familiarize yourself with the exam procedure and tasks. You will receive support in preparing for the exam and guidance on how to approach your studies.
What about cancellations?
You can withdraw from the exam no later than four working days before the scheduled exam date. In this case, you will be rescheduled for the next exam date, or you will receive an 85% refund of the exam fee. If you withdraw from the exam without cancellation, you must re-register for the exam and pay the full fee again.
When are the exam dates in 2026?
| Exam Date | Term | Application Information and Fees | 4-Hour A2-B1 Exam Preparation |
| 1st Exam Date:
Friday, January 23, 2026 UNAVAILABLE |
Written exam: January 23, 2026(duration: 120 min) Oral exam: January 23–January 24, 2026 (30 min) |
Fill out the APPLICATION FORM. Registrations are open from September 15, 2025, until filled or no later than January 9, 2026. Price: 172,00 € Online payment: HERE |
A2-B1 Preparation (one session): Tuesday, January 13, 2026 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM Price: 35,00 € Online payment:HERE |
| 2nd Exam Date:
Firday, April 17, 2026 UNAVAILABLE |
Written exam: April 17, 2026(duration: 120 min) Oral exam: April 17–April 18, 2026 (30 min) |
Fill out the APPLICATION FORM. Registrations are open from September 15, 2025, until filled or no later than April 3, 2026. Price: 172,00 € Online payment: HERE |
A2-B1 Preparation (one session): Tuesday, April 7, 2026 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM Price: 35,00 € Online payment:HERE |
| 3rd Exam Date:
Firday, June 12, 2026 UNAVAILABLE |
Written exam: June 12, 2026 (duration: 120 min) Oral exam: June 12–June 13, 2023 (30 min) |
Fill out the APPLICATION FORM. Registrations are open from September 15, 2025, until filled or no later than May 29, 2026. Price: 172,00 € Online payment: HERE |
A2-B1 Preparation (one session): Tuesday, June 2, 2026 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM Price: 35,00 € Online payment:HERE |
| 4th Exam Date:
Friday, September 18, 2026 AVAILABLE
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Written exam: September 18, 2026 (duration: 120 min) Oral exam: September 18–19, 2026 (30 min) |
Fill out the APPLICATION FORM.
Registrations are open from September 15, 2025, until filled or no later than September 4, 2026. Online payment: HERE |
A2-B1 Preparation (one session): Tuesday, September 8, 2026 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM Price: 35,00 € Online payment:HERE |
| 5th Exam Date:
Friday, November 15, 2026 AVAILABLE |
Written exam: November 13, 2026 (duration: 120 min) Oral exam: November 13–November 14, 2026 (30 min) |
Fill out the APPLICATION FORM. Registrations are open from September 15, 2025, until filled or no later than October 29, 2026. Price: 172,00 € Online payment: HERE |
A2-B1 Preparation (one session): Tuesday, November 3, 2026 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM Price: 35,00 € Online payment:HERE |
Payment Information for the A2-B1 Exam
The SLO A2-B1 exam costs 172,00 €. You can pay in three ways:
- Online Payment: You can pay on our website (if you have a card registered for online purchases). Click HERE.
- Payment via Invoice: (at the bank, post office, store, etc.)
Payment Details:- AMOUNT: 172,00 €
- PURPOSE OF PAYMENT: Payment for the SLO A2-B1 exam
- IBAN: SI56 0110 0603 0715 655 (Bank of Slovenia)
- BIC/SWIFT CODE: BSLJSI2X
- REFERENCE: SI00 123456789
- ADDRESS: Center for Distance Education Univerzum, Grošljeva 4, 1000 Ljubljana
- In-Person Payment: You can pay at the CDI Univerzum cashier (Grošljeva 4, Ljubljana), ground floor, room 2. Office hours: Monday–Thursday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM; Friday 8:00 AM–2:00 PM.
IMPORTANT! Please send the payment confirmation to: petra.sternad@cdi-univerzum.si .
How is the exam conducted?
The exam in Slovenian language proficiency consists of: Written part: This part of the exam assesses listening comprehension, reading comprehension, and written expression. You need to have a pen, as other materials are not allowed and Oral part: The oral part involves a conversation on various topics of general language use.
Candidates must prove their identity with a valid personal document that includes a photo. The written and oral parts of the exam are typically conducted on the same day.
The structure of the exam at the basic level
| Part of the Exam | Exam Content | Time Allotted | Weight in Scoring |
| Listening | Short conversations, short announcements/opinions, longer conversations, instructions | 25 minutes | 25% |
| Reading | Short and long texts from various printed media and websites | 40 minutes | 25% |
| Writing | Guided short practical text, response to a letter | 40 minutes | 25% |
| Speaking | Guided presentation (of oneself), description of a picture, role play | 15 minutes (+ 15 minutes for preparation) | 25% |
| Total for the Exam | 135 minutes |
Dear users of our services,
How is the exam evaluated?
The exams have a threshold value set at 60%. This means that a candidate passes the exam if they achieve at least 60% of the points in each part. At the basic level, a candidate also passes the exam if they reach a B1 level (85% or more) in three parts of the exam and score between 50% and 59% in one part. The final grade for the exam is descriptive: “passed” or “not passed.” Candidates will receive their exam results no later than 30 working days after taking the exam. If you successfully pass the exam, you will receive a certificate of proficiency in Slovenian as a second and foreign language, along with an attachment. If your exam result is negative, you will receive a report on your exam performance. You can view a sample exam and the grading criteria here.
What rights do I have?
After the exam, you can view your examination documentation at the Examination Center in Ljubljana.
To arrange a review, contact them via email: izpitni.center@ff.uni-lj.si
You can submit a complaint regarding the examination process within 8 days of taking the exam, and a complaint regarding the exam results within 8 days of receiving notification of the result. Address your complaint to the Appeals Committee of the Examination Center (Examination Center, Center for Slovenian as a Second and Foreign Language, Trubarjeva 3, 1000 Ljubljana).
Contact Persons at CDI Univerzum:
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- Petra Sternad
2nd Floor (Room 33)
Phone: 01 583 92 85
Email: petra.sternad@cdi-univerzum.si
- Petra Sternad