Take the TCF Tout Public

Whether you are planning to study in a Licence 1 (DAP), a Master’s degree or in a Grande Ecole in France, or if you want to validate a professional project, the TCF Tout Public is the official essential certification.

This placement test assesses your French language skills on a scale from level A1 to level C2.

Upcoming sessions

Wednesday 29 April 2026 (out of ordinateur) Application deadline: 19 April 2026

Wednesday 27 May 2026 (out of ordinateur) Application deadline: 17 May 2026

Wednesday 1 July 2026 (out of ordinateur) Application deadline: 21 June 2026

Wednesday 2 September 2026 (out of ordinateur) Application deadline: 23 August 2026

Wednesday 7 October 2026 (out of ordinateur) Application deadline: 27 September 2026

Wednesday 25 November 2026 (out of ordinateur) Application deadline: 15 November 2026

Why the TCF Tout Public?

The TCF Tout Public is a standardised and calibrated language level test. It positions candidates on one of the six levels of the scale defined by the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

Intended audience: Students, professionals or anyone who wants a reliable assessment of their skills.

Validity: The certificate is valid for 2 years.

Conduct of the tests

Compulsory tests (1h25)

Complementary tests (optional)

Choose your comfort

Compulsory tests (1h25): At the Alliance française de Montpellier, the exam is 100% computer-based, guaranteeing a modern administration and quick results.

Results and Speed

Thanks to the computer format, you benefit from accelerated processing of your file:

Deadline: Your final results are available within 2 weeks.

Support: The exam takes place exclusively on our dedicated computer workstations in our premises in downtown Montpellier.