LEARNING SPANISH IN INDIA

WHY STUDY SPANISH

Sun, joy, good food, culture, sports, tradition, friendliness, and warmth—do you need more reasons to learn Spanish? What do you think of these seven?

There are over 630 million potential Spanish speakers worldwide.
In 2025, the community of native Spanish speakers will surpass the 500-million mark for the first time, reaching a total of 520 million.
Spanish allows you to travel through more than 20 Spanish-speaking countries and discover the richness of their cinema, literature, music, and architecture, as well as the immense variety of their cuisine.
According to the British Council report "Languages for the Future," Spanish is the most essential foreign language across all sectors. It is the easiest language to learn, and speaking it will also open the door to other Romance languages.
Four of the G-20 nations—the group of leading industrialized and emerging economies—are Spanish-speaking, making our shared language an indispensable tool in the business world.
Spanish is the second most widely used language on the Internet, on social media, and on the official websites of international organizations, ranking only behind English.
Spain boasts the greatest biodiversity in Europe, holds the second-highest number of UNESCO World Heritage sites in the world, and is the third most visited country on the planet.

If you want to fully enjoy your travels and open a door to a whole new world, you know what to do: learn Spanish! It is the language of the Camino de Santiago, Cervantes, Lorca, Borges, Cortázar, García Márquez, Octavio Paz, Vargas Llosa...

If you are still unsure, don't hesitate—call us at 011 43681900 or email us at cenndel@cervantes.es, and we will answer all your questions.

And now that you know you need to learn Spanish, do you know why the Instituto Cervantes is the best place to do it?

The Instituto Cervantes is the only center of its kind officially established and approved by the Spanish government. It is the world's largest organization dedicated to teaching Spanish, with a presence in over 100 cities across 52 countries.
We offer affordable Spanish classes, courses for specific purposes—such as DELE exam preparation, conversation practice, and advanced proficiency—as well as online Spanish courses (AVE Global) and teacher training.
Classes are taught by highly qualified native instructors.
We offer a wide range of courses with morning, afternoon, evening, and Saturday schedules, as well as private and corporate classes.
Classes are organized in small groups of 5 to 15 students, ensuring ample opportunity to practice spoken Spanish.
Reflecting our commitment to promoting the Spanish language, the Instituto Cervantes offers free access to lectures, concerts, film screenings, exhibitions, theater performances, and much more.
Students receive a complimentary library card, granting access to an extensive collection of books, magazines, comics, films, and music from Spain and Latin America.
The Instituto Cervantes in New Delhi enjoys a prime location in the city center, and our facilities are fully accessible to people with reduced mobility.

Levels

The courses are offered at six levels, ranging from A1 to C2, and are divided into 30- or 60-hour modules. The division of levels corresponds to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). The CEFR aims to achieve greater uniformity and transparency regarding foreign language study among EU member states. This serves to increase mobility between member states, facilitate the mutual recognition of language certificates, and promote cooperation among educational institutions in different countries. The CEFR defines levels that determine linguistic ability in terms of communicative competence, active and receptive skills, and language proficiency for specific purposes.

No prior knowledge of Spanish is required to enroll in A1.1 level courses. To take courses at other levels, you must be a returning student or pass the placement test.

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Breakthrough

At this level, the student is able to understand and use very common everyday expressions and simple phrases designed to meet immediate needs. They can introduce themselves and others, and ask for and provide basic personal information regarding their place of residence, belongings, and acquaintances. They can interact at a basic level, provided the other person speaks slowly and clearly and is willing to cooperate. Classes at this level are conducted in Spanish, with the active use of English being very limited. The course is divided into two blocks: A1.1 and A1.2.

Waystage

At this level, the student is able to understand frequently used phrases and expressions related to areas of particularly relevant experience (basic personal and family information, shopping, places of interest, occupations, etc.). They can communicate when performing simple, everyday tasks requiring only a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar or routine matters. They can describe aspects of their past, their environment, and matters related to their immediate needs in simple terms. It is divided into three blocks: A2.1, A2.2, and A2.3.

Threshold

At this level, the student is able to understand the main points of clear texts in standard language regarding familiar topics, whether in work, study, or leisure contexts. They can handle most situations that may arise while traveling in areas where the language is spoken. They are capable of producing simple, coherent texts on topics that are familiar or of personal interest. They can describe experiences, events, wishes, and aspirations, as well as briefly justify their opinions or explain their plans. It is divided into three blocks: B1.1, B1.2, and B1.3.

Vantage

At this level, the student is able to understand the main ideas of complex texts dealing with both concrete and abstract topics, including technical material within their field of specialization. They can interact with native speakers with a sufficient degree of fluency and naturalness to ensure effortless communication for both parties. They can produce clear, detailed texts on a wide range of subjects and defend a viewpoint on general topics by outlining the pros and cons of various options. It is divided into four blocks: B2.1, B2.2, B2.3, and B2.4.

Proficiency

At this level, the student is able to comprehend a wide range of lengthy, demanding texts and recognize implicit meanings within them. They can express themselves fluently and spontaneously without obvious signs of struggling to find the right words. They are able to use the language flexibly and effectively for social, academic, and professional purposes. They can produce clear, well-structured, and detailed texts on complex topics, demonstrating correct use of organizational, linking, and cohesive devices. The course is divided into four 60-hour blocks: C1.1, C1.2, C1.3, and C1.4.

Mastery

There is no difficulty in understanding any type of spoken language, expressing oneself fluently, and conveying subtle nuances of meaning with precision. Students learn to use idioms, set phrases, and colloquial expressions in conversation. They are able to write clear, fluent texts in an appropriate style and read virtually all forms of written language with ease. The course is divided into four blocks of 60 hours each: C2.1, C2.2, C2.3, and C2.4.

How can I enroll?

Registration for any general or specialized course offered by the Instituto Cervantes in New Delhi can be done

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

The Instituto Cervantes offers general courses (minimum enrollment age is 16, or 15 provided the student turns 16 during the academic year) and courses for children and young people (for students aged 8 to 15).
All classes, regardless of level, are taught EXCLUSIVELY in Spanish.
Classes will not be postponed to accommodate late enrollments.
Classes with fewer than the required number of students will be cancelled.
Deadlines for each enrollment cycle are strictly enforced. Under no circumstances will applicants be enrolled after the deadline.
Enrollment is processed on a first-come, first-served basis. This means that reservations via telephone or email are not accepted, nor are requests to be placed in the same class as specific other students.
Payment of the enrollment fee constitutes acceptance of the terms and conditions.

CLASS SIZE

The maximum number of students per class, regardless of level, is:

15 (general adult courses)
10 (courses for children and young people)

COURSE CHANGES AND TRANSFERS

Changing groups after enrollment is not permitted, regardless of the reason.
In the event of a course cancellation, enrolled students will be notified and may choose between a refund of the amount paid or a transfer to another course at the same level.
Students are strongly urged to carefully read the promotional brochure and the terms and conditions on the enrollment form—and to select their courses thoughtfully, taking personal commitments into account—before enrolling, as changes are not permitted once enrollment is complete.

INSTRUCTORS

Instructors are not assigned to classes until a few days before the start of each session.
The Instituto Cervantes does not provide advance information regarding assigned instructors and reserves the right to reassign instructors after the course has begun.
Inquiries regarding the number of students enrolled in a specific class will not be answered; this information is reserved for the Center's administration.

COURSE MATERIALS AND ASSESSMENT

Books and materials are not included in the tuition fee for regular courses.
On the first day of class, the teacher will inform students about the types of materials to be used in the course, specifying which ones must be purchased by the students. In all cases, students must purchase the course book, the details of which will be provided by the teacher.
There is a bookstore on the premises where students can purchase the course book.
Library cards are free for students.
Photocopying course materials is strictly prohibited under the copyright laws of India and Spain.
Course assessment includes a final exam accounting for 25% of the total grade; the date of this exam will be announced on the first day of class.
If a student is unable to attend the final exam, they may—subject to a duly justified request—apply to take the exam in a specially scheduled session upon payment of a fee of 3,000 INR.

CLASS ATTENDANCE

Attending classes as an auditor (non-enrolled observer) is not permitted. All attendees must be enrolled students.
Students must be punctual for class.
It is the students' responsibility to attend classes.
There are no make-up classes, nor is it permitted to attend classes held by other groups at the same level.

STUDENT DOCUMENTS AND PERSONAL DATA

Students are responsible for updating their personal details—including their phone number—with the Center's administration.
Students must retain all documents issued by the Center's administration, such as receipts and other enrollment documents.
Student information provided to the Instituto Cervantes is private and confidential. Requests for a student's personal information will not be honored.

ADDITIONAL SERVICES (CERTIFICATES AND RE-ISSUANCE OF DOCUMENTATION)

Enrollment in the course does NOT automatically entitle the student to receive a certificate.
The issuance of certificates is an additional service provided upon the student's request, at a cost of 800 INR per certificate (personal record).
An academic certificate may only be issued once the student has successfully completed the course and provided that their attendance exceeded 80% of the sessions.
Certificate requests must be submitted to the enrollment office, either in person or online via email (cenndel@cervantes.es).
Certificates are issued only in Spanish.
La emisión de certificados es un servicio adicional que se realiza a petición del alumno y que supone un coste unitario de 800 INR por certificado (Expediente personal).
El certificado académico solo se podrá emitir una vez el estudiante haya superado el curso y siempre que la asistencia al mismo haya sido superior al 80% de las sesiones.
La solicitud de certificado se realizará a la oficina de matrículas de manera presencial o de manera online a través de nuestro email ( cenndel@cervantes.es).
Los certificados se emiten solo en español.
It is the student's responsibility to retain the ‘Enrollment Confirmation’ and the ‘Receipt’. A fee of INR 300 per document/request will apply if the re-issuance of these documents is requested.

SUGGESTIONS / COMMENTS / COMPLAINTS

An online satisfaction survey will be sent at the end of each course. We encourage every student to complete it so that we may improve our services. Instituto Cervantes will endeavor to implement suggestions and comments wherever possible.
Specific requests regarding courses or cultural events must be submitted in writing at the reception desk or via email to cenndel@cervantes.es, including the student's name, phone number, and email address.
Course fees must be paid in full prior to the start of the course, and enrollment is non-transferable to another person or semester. Enrollment cannot be finalized until payment is received. Payment may be made via bank transfer, credit/debit card (Visa, Mastercard, Maestro), UPI, or cash.

CODE OF CONDUCT

The Instituto Cervantes is a tolerant and open space that fosters freedom of expression, always within the limits of the law and respect for others.
Promoting any religion or faith-based congregation, or engaging in political propaganda or the promotion of a specific ideology or political party, is not permitted on our premises.
Illegal items, such as drugs and weapons, are prohibited on Institute premises; possession of such items will result in the expulsion of the student or visitor without a refund. Likewise, entry to the center is not permitted for individuals under the influence of alcohol or other narcotic substances. Such individuals may be barred from entering the center for a period deemed appropriate by the institution.
Racist, discriminatory, sexist, or demeaning behavior toward any person or group will not be tolerated.
Lack of discipline in the classroom or misconduct toward Instituto Cervantes staff, fellow students, or visitors will not be tolerated.
Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the Instituto Cervantes premises.
Eating and drinking are not permitted in the classrooms, library, or auditorium.
The center is not responsible for the personal belongings of students or visitors. However, any lost or found items may be reported at the reception desk.
Mobile phone use is strictly restricted in the classroom and is permitted only with the teacher's authorization. Taking photographs or recording videos inside the classroom without the consent of the person involved is strictly prohibited, as is photographing or recording exams, tests, and assignments.
Unethical conduct aimed at passing graded assignments or exams—such as copying, using artificial intelligence, plagiarism, etc.—will not be tolerated.
Students and visitors are requested not to adjust the air conditioning settings or the digital screens in the classrooms.
Students and visitors are requested to take proper care of the Instituto Cervantes facilities and property, including restrooms, elevators, classroom furniture, and the cafeteria, among others.
The center is equipped with video surveillance cameras (CCTV) for security purposes. Students and visitors are not permitted to access areas designated as restricted by the center.
Students and visitors are requested to avoid the unnecessary use of water and hygiene products available in the restrooms.

PROTOCOL FOR VIOLATIONS OF THE CODE OF CONDUCT

The Instituto Cervantes reserves the right to expel students or visitors who violate the code of conduct while on Instituto Cervantes premises.
In the event of expulsion, the student or visitor shall not be entitled to a refund of any fees paid for course enrollment or attendance at a cultural event.
In the event of a violation of the code of conduct by students or visitors, the following measures will be implemented based on the severity of the action, as assessed by the center's management team:
- A written warning to the student or visitor regarding the code of conduct violation, and a record of the incident in the individual's internal Instituto Cervantes profile.
- Expulsion of the student or visitor from the center and a ban on entry for a period of fifteen days, along with a record of the action taken in the individual's internal Instituto Cervantes profile.
- Expulsion of the student or visitor from the center and a ban on entry for a period of six months, along with a record of the action taken in the individual's internal Instituto Cervantes profile.
- Permanent expulsion of the student or visitor from the center and a permanent ban on entry, along with a record of the action taken in the individual's internal Instituto Cervantes profile.

Discounts

Because we care about our students, we always strive to offer the best service at the lowest price.

Students who have enrolled in at least two general courses within the last 12 months will receive a 10% discount.
Students who simultaneously enroll in a general course and a DELE course—both taken at the New Delhi center—will receive a 15% discount on both enrollments.
Applicant students who simultaneously enroll in a DELE preparation course and one of the DELE exam sessions at the New Delhi center will receive a 20% discount on both enrollment fees.
Students taking advantage of a specific center promotion will receive the discount specified for that offer.

Discounts cannot be combined; only one discount may be applied per enrollment. It is the student's responsibility to request the discount at the time of enrollment. No discounts can be applied once the enrollment has been processed.

Frequently Asked Questions

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