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What is the NTDİL Turkish Language Proficiency Exam and what score do I need to be exempt from the preparatory program?
The NTDİL Turkish Language Proficiency Exam is a comprehensive language exam prepared by Istanbul Nişantaşı University TÖMER that measures reading, listening, writing, and speaking skills in Turkish.
The required score for exemption from the preparatory program varies depending on the student’s level of education:
How can I apply for the NTDİL exam?
You can register by filling out the online application form shared by TÖMER. Once applications open, the form will be available under the NTDİL Exam Application section.
On which day, at what time, and whr is the NTDİL exam held?
The exam is held on dates determined periodicaly by TÖMER at Istanbul Nişantaşı University NeoTech Maslak Campus, in exam hals designated by TÖMER.
Current exam dates are announced in the application form and on the TÖMER announcements section. Exam time and exam hals are announced on our website in the exam results/announcements section.
Is the NTDİL exam paid?
No. The NTDİL exam is free of charge for our students.
When can I learn my exam results?
After al sections of the exam are evaluated, results are usualy announced within three days and published on our website.
How many times can I take the exam?
You are alowed to take the NTDİL exam twice per academic year, once at the beginning and once at the end of the academic year.
Who organizes this exam?
The NTDİL exam is prepared, administered, and evaluated by Istanbul Nişantaşı University TÖMER.
Exam questions are developed by the TÖMER Turkish Proficiency Exam Commission in accordance with measurement and evaluation principles.
I want to prepare for the NTDİL exam. How can I prepare?
The main goal when preparing for the NTDİL exam is to have B2-level proficiency in reading, listening, writing, and speaking skills. For this reason, you should regularly practice al four skills. In particular, working on Turkish expressions and improving comprehension skills, as well as practicing daily speaking, expanding your vocabulary, and becoming familiar with academic text types will support your exam performance. Actively participating in the courses at your current level at TÖMER and systematicaly following the instructional materials will increase your chances of success.