TORFL Administration
In-person and online
testing in Russia and abroad
Testing
in Russian as a Foreign Language
Take the test and confirm your proficiency in Russian as a foreign language with an official certificate
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About
Tomsk State University was included in the list of educational institutions authorised to conduct the Test of Russian as a Foreign Language (TORFL) by Order No. 471 of the Russian Ministry of Science and Higher Education dated 6 July 2019 № 471.
Areas of Activity
Scientific and Methodological Centre
Development of test materials
(levels A1–C2)
Training for testing specialists
Cooperation
Cooperation with organisations in Russia
and abroad on TORFL and the promotion of Russian language and culture.
Learning Russian
Prepare for the exam and acquire the knowledge needed to pass with confidence
Testing Consultations
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on the format and content
of the test
TEL / A1
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Elementary Level
5 500 ₽
TBL / A2
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Basic Level
6 000 ₽
RAFL-I / B1
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First Level
6 300 ₽
RAFL-II / B2
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Second Level
6 500 ₽
RAFL-III / C1
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Third Level
8 000 ₽
RAFL / C2
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Fourth Level
8 500 ₽How long does the test take?
| Level | Vocabulary and Grammar | Writing | Reading | Listening | Speaking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TEL / A1 Elementary Level | 40 minute | 30 minute | 40 minute | 30 minute | 20 minute |
| TBL / A2 Basic Level | 50 minute | 50 minute | 50 minute | 30 minute | 25 minute |
| RAFL-I / B1 First Level | 40 minute | 50 minute | 50 minute | 30 minute | 50 minute |
| RAFL-II / B2 Second Level | 60 minute | 55 minute | 60 minute | 30 minute | 40 minute |
| RAFL-III / C1 Third Level | 75 minute | 90 minute | 60 minute | 30 minute | 40 minute |
| RAFL / C2 Fourth Level | 60 minute | 80 minute | 60 minute | 30 minute | 40 minute |
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Choose a convenient way to register: using the website form or by email
Ask a Question
To ask a Centre specialist a question or register, email: torfl_tsu@mail.ru
Write to usTORFL Test Conditions
The test is considered passed if the candidate answers at least 66% of the questions correctly in each subtest.
Foreign nationals who successfully pass the test receive an official certificate.
If a candidate fails one or two subtests, they are entitled to retake those subtests under the established conditions.
If the test result is unsatisfactory, the foreign national will be issued a statement indicating the results.
Candidates who fail three or more subtests must retake the entire test.
The certificate is issued to the foreign national no later than ten working days after the test date.
Sample Certificate
The certificate format for Russian language proficiency was approved by Order No. 667 of the Russian Ministry of Education and Science dated 18 June 2014.
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