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NAT-TEST 1級 (Level 1) — Passing Score, Test Time & Level

Passing criteria, test sections and times, the CEFR level and the residence statuses you can use 1級 for — Japanese NAT-TEST 1級 at a glance.

100 / 180Passing score
165 minTest time (total)
B2–C1CEFR level

Passing criteria

Total score (Score range)0–180 pts
Passing score100 pts

Check the pass mark for each scoring section on the official website. Official site ↗

Test sections and times

Test sectionTime
Language Knowledge (Vocabulary/Grammar)・Reading110 min
Listening55 min
Total165 min

CEFR correspondence

  • Passing 1級(total score 100–141)B2
  • Passing 1級(total score 142+)C1

See the level comparison table for other tests →

Residence statuses you can use 1級for

We compared the Japanese-language requirement of each residence status with 1級.

Upcoming test dates

  • Nov 2026 (BD)2026-11-14
  • Nov 2026 (NP)2026-11-14
How to apply →

Test fee

  • Bangladesh
    In Bangladesh. Published by each country's test organizer (checked 2026-09)    ৳4,000
  • Bhutan
    BTN 2,980–3,430 depending on venue. Published by each country's test organizer (checked 2026-09)    from BTN 2,980
  • Cambodia
    Charged in USD. Published by each country's test organizer (checked 2026-09)    $30
  • China
    Levels 1–2: RMB 520 / Levels 3–5: RMB 430. Published by each country's test organizer (checked 2026-09)    from CNY 430
  • India
    GST included. Published by each country's test organizer (checked 2026-09)    ₹2,360
  • Indonesia
    IDR 500,000–555,000 depending on venue. Published by each country's test organizer (checked 2026-09)    from Rp 500,000
  • Japan
    Tokyo venue    ¥6,000
  • Kyrgyzstan
    In Kyrgyzstan. Published by each country's test organizer (checked 2026-09)    KGS 2,000
  • Mongolia
    In Mongolia. Published by each country's test organizer (checked 2026-09)    ₮65,000
  • Myanmar
    Yangon venue; Mandalay MMK 60,000–65,000. Published by each country's test organizer (checked 2026-09)    K 72,000
  • Nepal
    In Nepal. Published by each country's test organizer (checked 2026-09)    Rs 4,500
  • Philippines
    Manila venue (USD 35 from Oct 2025); Davao PHP 1,700. Published by each country's test organizer (checked 2026-09)    $35
  • Sri Lanka
    In Sri Lanka. Published by each country's test organizer (checked 2026-09)    Rs 7,000
  • Thailand
    Levels 1–2: THB 1,500 / Levels 3–5: THB 1,000. Published by each country's test organizer (checked 2026-09)    from ฿1,000
  • Uzbekistan
    In Uzbekistan. Published by each country's test organizer (checked 2026-09)    UZS 400,000
  • Vietnam
    In Vietnam. Published by each country's test organizer (checked 2026-09)    ₫800,000

Same for all levels. For other countries, check with the local test organizer.

FAQ

What is the passing score for 1級?
100 out of 180.
Does 1級meet the requirement for "Study abroad — Enrol at a Japanese-language institution"?
Yes. The Japanese-language requirement for "Study abroad — Enrol at a Japanese-language institution" is: Japanese NAT-TEST Level 5 or above.

Source: Japanese NAT-TEST official website (results & passing criteria) ・ Official website (test sections & time) ・ Last checked: 2026-10-01