DELE 2026
Dates, Fees & Registration Guide for Students
Planning to take the DELE Spanish exam in 2026? Here is a simple
guide to the dates, fees, registration documents, exam levels and preparation.
■■ What is DELE?
DELE stands for Diplomas
de Español como Lengua Extranjera. It is the
official Spanish language diploma issued by Instituto Cervantes on behalf of
the Spanish Ministry of Education. Think of it as the IELTS or TOEFL of
Spanish.
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Levels: A1 | A2 | B1 | B2 | C1 | C2
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DELE 2026 Exam Dates
|
Session |
Written Exam |
Registration Deadline |
|
February |
13 February |
7 January |
|
May |
22 & 23 May |
8 April |
|
October |
16 & 17 October |
2 September |
|
November |
13 & 14 November |
30 September |
■■ Not every level is available on every
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DELE Fees in India – 2026
|
Level |
Fee |
|
A1 |
■ 5,700 |
|
A2 |
■ 6,200 |
|
B1 |
■ 6,800 |
|
B2 |
■ 8,000 |
|
C1 |
■ 8,500 |
|
C2 |
■ 9,000 |
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How to Register
Keep these 3 things ready:
• ■ DELE registration form — Click here to download
the DELE form
• ■ Passport / official photo ID
• ■ DELE payment receipt or payment screenshot
The details on your form should match your official ID. For
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DELE Centres in India
The
2026 schedule includes centres in cities such as New Delhi, Jaipur, Mumbai, Bangalore and
Kolkata. Available levels can vary by session and centre.
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Which DELE Level Should I Take?
A commonly recommended progression is:
• A1/A2 course ® DELE A1
• B1 course ® DELE A2
• B2 course ® DELE B1
• C1 course ® DELE B2
• After C1.4 ® DELE C1
Your actual Spanish ability and preparation should be considered
before choosing your level.
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What is DELE Escolar?
DELE Escolar is for school students and young learners. Adults
should register for the regular DELE exam. The official documentation lists
separate Young Learners examinations and consent requirements for minors.
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Do I Need DELE Preparation?
We recommend
it. Learning Spanish and preparing for DELE are not the same
thing. You need to understand the exam format and practise Reading,
Listening, Writing and Speaking under exam conditions.
■■ DELE Preparation with Spanish with Mrityunjay
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DELE vs SIELE
DELE = Official Spanish diploma
SIELE = Digital Spanish proficiency certification
Spanish with Mrityunjay is also an official SIELE examination centre.
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Simple DELE Checklist
Choose your level ® Check the date ® Prepare documents
® Register ® Start preparation ® Take the exam.
Don't wait until the last week to register. Once registration closes, you cannot register for that examination session.
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If you are planning to take the DELE exam in 2026, choosing the right level, checking the exam dates, completing registration on time, and preparing according to the exam format are essential. With proper guidance and consistent practice, students can prepare effectively for the DELE exam. For students looking for Spanish learning in Delhi, dedicated Spanish and DELE preparation courses can provide structured learning and exam-focused practice.
7 de September de 2026
