Get a Recognised University Diploma in Teaching French as a Foreign Language
Are you a student or already a French teacher looking for a recognised qualification? The network of 15 Alliances Françaises in India, in partnership with Le Mans Université and the cultural services of the Embassy of France in India, invites you to join the Diplôme Universitaire de Français Langue Étrangère (DU FLE), India Batch 2026-27. The programme is delivered by the Alliances Françaises of Delhi and Bombay.
Why take this diploma?
The DU FLE validates the experience and skills you have gained in the field. It qualifies you to teach at Alliances Françaises, schools, institutes and universities that teach French, and opens doors to a wide range of careers in French as a Foreign Language. The diploma is awarded by the French Ministry of National Education.
Who is it for?
The programme is mainly for beginner and experienced French teachers in India, Nepal and Sri Lanka who do not yet hold an FLE qualification. You can train without leaving your current job while improving your teaching techniques.
What does the programme include?
A 141-hour course designed for the Indian network, made up of five modules:
- Module 1: French language for FLE (35 hours, distance learning with Le Mans Université)
- Modules 2 to 5: classroom and distance sessions at your DU FLE centre in Delhi or Bombay (88 hours), covering:
- Assessment and tools of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR)
- The evolution of language teaching
- Group management and classroom practice
- Writing 3 teaching sheets (18 hours of work)
Key dates
- Distance learning: February 2027 to June 2027
- In-person session 1: February 2027 (4 days)
- In-person session 2: June 2027 (4 days)
- In-person exams: June 2027 (half a day) and August 2027 (2 days)
Attending the in-person sessions is compulsory to earn the diploma.
Assessment
- 1 written exam (Module 1)
- Continuous assessment assignments (Modules 2 to 5)
- 1 final written exam and 1 final oral exam covering the whole course
Attendance is mandatory. Any absence or unsubmitted assignment means the module will not be validated.
Fees
The registration fee is INR 65,000. Selected candidates are enrolled at Le Mans Université and receive a French student card. Teachers already working at an Alliance Française may be able to claim partial or full reimbursement from their employer.
How to apply
Send the following documents:
- A CV (maximum one page)
- A cover letter explaining why you want this diploma
- A copy of your DELF/DALF certificate (B2 or above, with a minimum average of 65/100)
- A recommendation letter from your employer
Email your application to:
- Delhi: [email protected]
- Bombay: [email protected]
Use the subject line “Candidature DU FLE Inde 2026 – 2027”.
Deadline: Friday, 30 November 2026, midnight
Non-Indian nationals must make sure their stay in India remains valid for the entire training and exam period.