NAT-TEST 3級 (Level 3) — Passing Score, Test Time & Level
Passing criteria, test sections and times, the CEFR level and the residence statuses you can use 3級 for — Japanese NAT-TEST 3級 at a glance.
95 / 180Passing score
140 minTest time (total)
A2–B1CEFR level
Passing criteria
| Total score (Score range) | 0–180 pts |
|---|---|
| Passing score | 95 pts |
Check the pass mark for each scoring section on the official website. Official site ↗
Test sections and times
| Test section | Time |
|---|---|
| Language Knowledge (Vocabulary) | 30 min |
| Language Knowledge (Grammar)・Reading | 70 min |
| Listening | 40 min |
| Total | 140 min |
CEFR correspondence
- Passing 3級(total score 95–103)A2
- Passing 3級(total score 104+)B1
Residence statuses you can use 3級for
We compared the Japanese-language requirement of each residence status with 3級.
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 3級?
95 out of 180.
Does 3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