📝 Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT)
The JLPT is an internationally recognized test to evaluate and certify your Japanese language proficiency. It has 5 levels – N5 (Beginner) to N1 (Advanced).
🎌 N5 - Basic
Can read hiragana, katakana, and basic kanji. Understand simple phrases and daily expressions.
🎌 N4 - Elementary
Understand common daily conversations and familiar topics. Vocabulary and grammar get a boost here.
🎌 N3 - Intermediate
Handle everyday situations, read simple news articles, and follow normal-speed conversations.
🎌 N2 - Pre-Advanced
Understand more abstract ideas, longer conversations, and newspaper editorials. A major step for jobs.
🎌 N1 - Advanced
Fluent in all aspects — reading, listening, speaking. Can work and study in Japan comfortably.
📚 Exam Structure
- Vocabulary & Grammar
- Reading Comprehension
- Listening
Each level has a fixed time limit and score structure. Higher levels demand deeper comprehension and speed.
💡 Preparation Tips
- Start with hiragana, katakana, and basic kanji (~100 for N5).
- Use flashcards, anime subtitles, and reading practice daily.
- Do mock tests regularly to build time management.
- Get JLPT books (like Minna no Nihongo, Try series).
📄 Sample Papers & Resources
Check out official JLPT samples to get a feel of the real exam.