Category | DILF France French Exam |
DILF is a diploma of French as a foreign language. DILF is issued by the French Ministry of Education. DILF assesses the primary knowledge of the French language. DILF validates a first level of mastering in French. DILF corresponds to level A1.1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Therefore DILF is an initial step toward DELF and DALF.
DILF examination is based on level A1.1 of the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages).
Description of DILF examination Pattern / Format
Type of tests: DILF
Listening comprehension
25 minutes / 35
Reading comprehension
25 minutes / 15
Expression activities:
- asking for and giving a price
- introducing people or describing places
- expressing a need or making an appointment
- indicating the nature of a health problem
10 minutes/ 35
Written production
15 minutes / 15
The total length of group tests: 1 hour 15 minutes
* Total mark out of 100
* Overall pass mark of the DILF: 50 / 100
* Minimum mark required for oral tests: 35 / 70