The DIPLE exam certifies B2-level proficiency in Portuguese according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
At this level, speakers achieve greater independence and flexibility in everyday, professional, and educational settings, handling both predictable and less predictable situations.
They can recognize and use common idioms, adjust their register (formal/informal), and apply sociocultural norms effectively.
This level allows candidates to work in Portuguese-speaking environments and take academic courses, though they may still face challenges in highly complex contexts.
A school version of the exam is available for candidates aged 12-15, with age-appropriate tasks.
The DIPLE certifies an intermediate level of Portuguese, allowing candidates to work, study, and interact effectively in diverse situations, though challenges may remain in complex professional and academic environments.
Exam Structure
The exam consists of four components:
1. Reading (75 min)
- Understanding press articles, everyday texts, and professional documents.
- Comprehending written instructions and reports in both work and academic contexts.
2. Written Production & Interaction (75 min)
- Writing personal letters, institutional requests, and professional documents.
- Producing narrative, descriptive, and argumentative texts (160-180 words).
- Taking notes from lectures and written sources with moderate difficulty.
3. Listening (40 min)
- Understanding routine conversations, public announcements, medical advice, and radio/TV programs.
- Following lectures, guided tours, and professional meetings with some limitations.
4. Oral Production & Interaction (20 min per candidate pair)
- Engaging in service-related interactions (e.g., accommodations, restaurants, healthcare, and commerce).
- Expressing opinions, making complaints, asking for information, and participating in discussions.
- Presenting on familiar topics in educational and professional settings.
Grading System
- Very Good: 85% – 100%
- Good: 70% – 84%
- Sufficient: 55% – 69%
Exam Format
- Reading – 75 minutes
- Writing – 75 minutes
- Listening – 40 minutes
- Oral Exam – 20 minutes (scheduled with the exam center)