The ΠΕΓΠ exam
Greek citizenship exam: format and pass rule
What the Greek naturalisation test (ΠΕΓΠ) covers, how long it takes and how a pass is worked out, as set out in the official exam guide.
The three parts of the exam
| Part | What is tested | Time |
|---|---|---|
| A | Thematic sections (Geography, History, Culture, Political Institutions) and Greek reading and writing | 150 min (may leave after 50) |
| — | Break | 15 min |
| B | Greek listening comprehension (recorded texts) | 12 to 15 min |
| C | Greek speaking (one to one with examiners) | up to 15 min |
Thematic sections: 20 questions, 40 points
Questions are drawn electronically on exam day from the public question bank. Each correct answer is worth 2 points.
- Geography: 4 questions (out of 70 in the bank)
- Culture: 4 questions (out of 70)
- History: 6 questions (out of 80)
- Political Institutions: 6 questions (out of 80)
Bank sizes are for the November 2026 edition.
Greek language: 60 points
- Reading and writing, 30 points. 18 questions and a short text of 80 to 100 words (9 + 9 + 12 points). Do not sign the text with your name.
- Listening, 15 points. You hear two texts twice and answer 10 questions, 1.5 points each.
- Speaking, 15 points. Warm-up questions and communication tasks based on photos, on one of four topics drawn that day.
The pass rule
- 70out of 100 overall
- 40at least, out of 60 in Greek
- 20at least, out of 40 thematic
- 2points per thematic question
All three must hold. For example, 75/100 with 38/60 in Greek is not a pass. Greek Citizen mock exams are scored with the same rule. See also dates and how to prepare, the question bank and sample questions.
Frequently asked questions
How many questions are in the Greek citizenship exam?
The thematic sections have 20 questions (4 Geography, 4 Culture, 6 History, 6 Political Institutions). The Greek part has 18 questions plus an 80 to 100 word text in reading and writing, 10 listening questions and a short speaking test.
What score do I need to pass the ΠΕΓΠ?
At least 70/100 overall, with at least 40/60 in Greek and at least 20/40 in the thematic sections.
Where do the questions come from?
From the public question bank published by the General Secretariat for Citizenship at exetaseis-ithageneia.ypes.gr. Questions are drawn on exam day.
Is Greek Citizen an official service?
No. It is an independent practice app. Only the official website handles applications and results.