Register for the Master's Exam
Registration for the master craftsman examination in a trade requiring certification with the relevant Chamber of Crafts.
Wo wohnen Sie?
Damit wir Register for the Master's Exam mit dem zuständigen Handwerkskammer in Ihrer Stadt anzeigen können.
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Sie werden zur geführten Suche weitergeleitet – mit Kontaktdaten, Termin und nächsten Schritten für Register for the Master's Exam.
Quick answer
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Documents you need
Certificate of Journeyman · Personalausweis oder Reisepass
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Responsible authority
The authority of your main residence
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How to do it
Apply directly online
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Costs
Kostenlos bis 50 € Bearbeitungsgebühr
How to proceed
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Check the requirements
As a rule, candidates must have passed the journeyman’s examination in the relevant trade or a related one.
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Registration with the Chamber of Crafts
With proof of education and professional experience.
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Take the exam sections
Practical skills, theoretical knowledge, business administration/law, vocational training (AdA).
Responsible authority
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
Journeymen who wish to take the master craftsman's examination in their trade.
Income limit
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. approx. 3 weeks
Success rate
approx. 85.0 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •Missed the registration deadline for the respective exam date
- •Proof of work experience is incomplete
Common reasons for rejection
- •Admission requirements (journeyman's examination, work experience) not met
Alternatives
- Check related services in the application assistant
- Use social counselling before applying
If rejected
File a written objection within 30 days – with reasons why the decision is wrong and any missing evidence.
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Questions & Answers
Wie lange dauert Meisterprüfung anmelden?▼
In der Regel ca. 21 Werktage – je nach Behörde und Auslastung.
Freshness & source
- Maintenance
- Continuously reviewed & updated
- Source
- Bundesministerium für Bildung und Forschung
- Data quality
- 100 %