Italian version
The CILS (Certificate of Italian as a Foreign Language) certifies language and communication ability in Italian as a second language. This certification is officially recognized by EALTA (European Language Testing Association), the European association which aims to promote awareness of language testing best practice in Europe.
Registration for the CILS exam session on 16 June 2026 has closed early as the maximum number of registrations has been reached. However, it will still be possible to join the waiting list until 26 April.
Levels
The CILS certification covers all six levels of language and communication ability (from A1 to C2) as set out by the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
CILS examinations for the following levels can be taken at our Centre:
- ONE-B1 (B1 Standard, B1 Citizenship)
- TWO-B2
- THREE-C1
- FOUR-C2
N.B. In order to enrol in the OSS course it is necessary to take the B1 Standard level (or higher levels): B1 Citizenship is not accepted to enrol in the OSS course.
Exam structure
The exam is made up of various sections to test language and communication skills:
- listening
- reading comprehension
- ability to use communicative structures in Italian
- written production
- oral production
Fees
| Level | Fee | Fee per section in case of repeat attempts |
| CILS levels A1 and A2 | € 40 | € 12 |
| CILS UNO level-B1 | € 90 | € 20 |
| CILS levels B1 CITTADINANZA | € 100 | — |
| CILS DUE level-B2 | € 105 | € 23 |
| CILS TRE level-C1 | € 135 | € 30 |
| CILS QUATTRO level-C2 | € 160 | € 35 |
Registration
Registration for the CILS exam session on 16 June 2026 has closed early as the maximum number of registrations has been reached. However, it will still be possible to join the waiting list until 26 April.
| Exam date | Examination venue | Exam levels | Period to enroll | Registration form | Receiving email with payment instructions | Period to make payment |
| 16 June 2026 | Language Centre of the University of Padova,
Via Venezia 16, Padova | – B1 Citizenship
– B1
– B2
– C1
– C2 | Registration has closed early as the maximum number of participants has been reached.
You can join the waiting list until 26 April: should any places become available, those on the waiting list will be contacted to finalise their registration. | Please fill in the form to join the waiting list | By 28 April 2026 | By 3 May 2026 |
| 22 July 2026 | Language Centre of the University of Padova,
Via Venezia 16, Padova | B1 Citizenship | From 11 May to 11 June 2026 | Registrations still closed | On 12 June 2026 | From 12 to 16 June 2026 |
Candidates with special needs (temporary or permanent disabilities) should provide the CLA Student Office with a medical certification at the time of signing up.
Please be very careful when entering your details in the registration form because they will appear in your certificate.
If after the issuance of the certificate there are errors, in fact, there are extra costs to be paid to ask for the personal data correction:
– €20,00 for the personal data correction of the certificate to be sent to Italy
– €30,00 for the personal data correction of the certificate to be sent abroad
On the day of the exam
| Where | University Language Centre: Via Venezia, 16 – Padova |
| When | On the day of the exam at 8:30 am.
Depending on the number of candidates, the tests may also end in the late afternoon or early evening. |
| What to bring | – A valid ID Card (the one used to register)
– A black pen
– Money to pay for the certificate to be posted to you (if you requested this) |
Target and fees
| Target | Fees |
| Students and employees of the University of Padova enrolled in CILS certification sessions at our CLA | Free of charge |
| External candidates enrolled in CILS certification sessions at our CLA | €50,00 |
Levels
The preparation path is aimed at candidates who wish to take one of the following levels of certification:
- B1 Citizenship
- B1 Standard
- B2
- C1
Contents and structure
The CILS preparation path covers the exam structure and requirements and provides tools and strategies for exam preparation.
The preparation path consists of:
- a structured exam preparation path to be taken on an autonomous basis using the material and resources available on the Moodle platform. It will mainly be possible to practice through exam examples, but there is no individual feedback for productive skills (writing and oral production);
- an in-person meeting – unique for participants of all levels included in the preparation – during which the syllabus and the structure of the tests will be presented and instructions will be given on how to use the material and resources in Moodle to prepare for the exam;
- a real exam simulation during which indications and suggestions will be given on how best to tackle the various tests. The candidates will be divided into different classrooms according to their level. The dates will be defined after the registration closes.
It is not, therefore, an Italian language course.
Registration
- UNIPD candidates: after completing their registration for the CILS exam, UNIPD candidates will receive an email from the CLA Student Office with all the instructions for preparing for the exam.
- External candidates: when filling out the CILS exam registration form, external candidates can decide whether to also register for the preparation course. Candidates who register for the preparation course will receive an email from the CLA Student Office with all the information they need to proceed with payment and then take the preparation course.
Contact details
If you have any further doubts or need any assistance, please remember that the University Language Centre’s Student Office (via Venezia, 16 – 5th floor) is open from Monday to Friday from 9:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.
