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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.

Oder Großstadt wählen:

Sie werden zur geführten Suche weitergeleitet – mit Kontaktdaten, Termin und nächsten Schritten für Register for the Master's Exam.

Processing: approx. 3 weeksSuccess rate: 85.0 %
Last reviewed: August 03, 2026

Quick answer

  1. 1

    Documents you need

    Certificate of Journeyman · Personalausweis oder Reisepass

  2. 2

    Responsible authority

    The authority of your main residence

  3. 3

    How to do it

    Apply directly online

  4. 4

    Costs

    Kostenlos bis 50 € Bearbeitungsgebühr

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How to proceed

  1. 1

    Check the requirements

    As a rule, candidates must have passed the journeyman’s examination in the relevant trade or a related one.

  2. 2

    Registration with the Chamber of Crafts

    With proof of education and professional experience.

  3. 3

    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 %

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