CELGA 2 (Galician B1)

It certifies a B1-level command of Galician according to the Common European Framework of Reference. You should be able to handle everyday communication, understand clear standard speech and writing on familiar topics, and express yourself in simple connected text and speech, even if errors occur.

It is issued by the Xunta de Galicia and is recognised within the Galician public administration and by many institutions as proof of Galician language competence. Specific recognition for teaching, civil-service posts or university access depends on the rules of each body, so check the relevant call or regulation.

The exam has four parts: reading comprehension, listening comprehension, written expression and interaction, and oral expression and interaction. Reading and listening typically use multiple-choice and short-answer tasks; writing includes guided and free tasks; the oral part is an interview or paired/group task with a examiner.

The official body publishes the current structure, number of tasks and time allocation in each call. These details can change between sessions, so consult the official CELGA page of the Xunta de Galicia rather than relying on second-hand figures.

CELGA 2 sits at B1, so it is clearly above the A2 level of CELGA 1 and below the B2 level of CELGA 3. The jump from CELGA 1 is mainly in range: longer texts, faster listening, and the need to sustain an opinion in writing and speech rather than produce isolated sentences.

Retake rules, including any waiting period or limit on attempts, are set by the Xunta de Galicia in the official call. Candidates normally register again for a later session, but you should confirm the current conditions on the official website before planning.

Work on all four skills from the start rather than leaving speaking and writing until the end. A common effective order is: build core grammar and vocabulary through reading and listening, then add weekly written tasks with feedback, and practise oral answers aloud. Finish with timed full mock tasks.

Weak performance usually comes from neglecting one skill, especially oral interaction, from poor time management in the reading and writing parts, or from limited vocabulary for abstract topics. Candidates who only do grammar exercises often lack fluency and discourse connectors needed at B1.

The exam is delivered in Galician, and you should expect instructions, texts and prompts in Galician. Familiarise yourself with typical instruction verbs such as 'sinale', 'responda', 'escriba' and 'xustifique' so that you do not lose marks through misunderstanding the task.

The Secretaría Xeral de Política Lingüística of the Xunta de Galicia publishes the official call, registration periods, fees and results on its website. Always use that source for administrative information, as details vary by year and by session.