Paper-based
WrittenSat 13 Jun 2026
SpeakingSun 14 Jun 2026
VenueBern
Registration deadline4 May 2026
CHF 407.50Registration openSelect
C2 · Advanced learners
C2 Proficiency CPE
The highest Cambridge English certificate
Level
C2
Length
about 4 hours
Result
approx. 3 weeks
Fee from
CHF 407.50
Next date: Sat 13 Jun 2026 in BernRegistration deadline 4 May 2026
What it is
What C2 Proficiency proves about you
C2 Proficiency certifies English at the level of a highly educated native speaker. It shows that you grasp nuance, irony and complex specialist literature — and that you express yourself with precision.
It makes sense for teaching, translation, academic careers and any position in which language itself is the tool of the trade.
Formats
- Paper-based
- Computer-based
- Result available online, certificate by post
- No expiry date — valid for life
In brief
Everything that matters for the decision.
- Who it is for
- Advanced learners
- Papers
- 4 papersReading and Use of English · Writing · Listening · Speaking
- Fee
- CHF 407.50CHF 417.50 at the venues on the Basel rate, incl. VAT.
- Dates this year
- 1 scheduledMore on request, including for classes
Questions about the procedure? +41 61 273 90 43 — Monday to Friday, 8 am – 12 noon and 1 – 5 pm
Where it counts
Three situations in which C2 Proficiency makes the difference.
01
Teaching
Recognised as language evidence for teachers of English.
Level C202
Academic career
Publishing, teaching and research in English.
Level C203
Language professions
Translation, editing, international communications.
Level C2Format
The papers in detail
Total length about 4 hours. The papers are taken on the same day unless the timetable lists a separate date for the speaking test.
Reading and Use of English
Reading comprehension, vocabulary and grammar across several task types.
1 hr 30 minWriting
Two pieces of writing: an essay and one task of your choice.
1 hr 30 minListening
Four listening parts; every recording is played twice.
approx. 40 minSpeaking
In pairs, with two examiners in the room.
16 min, in pairsDates
C2 Proficiency — scheduled dates
Fee and registration deadline are shown on every line. For classes and companies we set up additional dates.
1 date · sorted by date
| Exam | Written | Venue | Registration deadline | Fee | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C2 ProficiencyPaper-based | Sat 13 Jun 2026Speaking Sun 14 Jun 2026 | Bern | 4 May 2026Registration open | CHF 407.50 | Select |
Ready for C2 Proficiency?
Choose a date, or have your level checked first. Either takes less than five minutes.