S-JEP (Sundai Japanese Examination for Proficiency, formerly JPET)
About this exam
Score-based Japanese test for study and work. Formerly the Japanese Proficiency Evaluation Test (JPET); renamed in April 2026.
Residence statuses this exam can support
A S-JEP (Sundai Japanese Examination for Proficiency, formerly JPET) result can be used toward the Japanese-language requirement for the following residence statuses. Levels shown are guidelines and vary by institution and job.
- Study abroad — Enrol at a Japanese-language institution350 or above
Sundai Japanese Examination for Proficiency (S-JEP) 350 or above
Levels
| Level | Can-do summary | CEFR |
|---|---|---|
| Score 350 or above | — | — |
Upcoming sessions
| Session | Registration | Exam date | Results | Countries & venues |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Round 91 | — – Aug 31, 2026 | Sep 19, 2026 | Sep 30, 2026 | Japan — 東京・大阪・横浜・名古屋 |
| Special Round | — – Aug 31, 2026 | Oct 3, 2026 | Oct 14, 2026 | Japan — 札幌・福岡 |
| Round 92 | — – Sep 28, 2026 | Oct 17, 2026 | Oct 28, 2026 | Japan — 東京・大阪・仙台 |
| Round 93 | — – Oct 26, 2026 | Nov 14, 2026 | Nov 25, 2026 | Japan — 東京・大阪 |
| Round 94 | — – Nov 23, 2026 | Dec 13, 2026 | Dec 23, 2026 | Japan — 東京・大阪 |
Main countries: Japan and others (varies by session)。 Per-session countries and venues are in the table above.Cross-exam calendar →
Study & mock tests (free)
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