The Japanese-Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) evaluates and certifies the Japanese language proficiency of non-native speakers.

The next JLPT, for levels N1 to N5, will be held on Sunday, July 5, 2026, at the Japanese-German Center Berlin (JDZB).

Online registration begins on March 3, 2026 at 13:00 (CET).

Test Participation Requirements

Please read the following policy carefully. Failure to follow these rules will result in immediate disqualification without exception: 

• Public Transportation Schedule – Please check Sunday’s public transportation schedules in advance. Organizers cannot be held responsible for missed exams due to delays or disruptions in public transport.
• Arrival Time – The arrival time is stated on the test voucher and in the reminder email sent shortly before the test. Test takers are required to arrive at the JDZB no later than the designated arrival time.
   
• Check-In Time – Arrivals after the designated check-in time will result in immediate disqualification, without exception.
• Access to the Building - Due to space limitations, entry to the building before the designated arrival time is not permitted. Early arrivals must wait outside.
• Test Voucher - Please make sure to bring a printed copy of the test voucher with you on the test day.
• No Mobile and Electronic Devices – Use of mobile phones or any other electronic devices —including making electronic sounds— at any time inside the building will result in immediate disqualification, without exception. These devices must be completely switched off and placed in a sealed envelope, which will be provided by the JDZB on the test day. The envelope must remain unopened until you exit the building after the test.
• No Exit During Breaks - Leaving the building during breaks is not permitted. Please note that food and drinks will not be available for purchase at the JDZB, and they are not permitted in the test rooms.
• Silence During Breaks - Since other levels may still be in session during your break, please remain quiet at all times.
• After the Test – Please leave the building quietly and promptly after completing your test.

• For test takers requesting Special Testing Accommodations (STA) - Due to space limitations at the JDZB and the STA application process, STA requests may not always be granted.

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Important Information Before You Register
Once you have read the above policy and decided on your test level, please read the following information carefully before registering.
Test Fee (All Levels N1–N5): €75
•    Payment methods: Stripe or PayPal (credit card or SOFORT).
•    The fee is non-refundable under any circumstances, except in case of unfulfilled STA requests due to space limitations at the JDZB.

Refusal of Entry
Entry to the test room will be denied, and no refund will be issued if you fail to present a valid, original photo ID matching your registration details and/or if you arrive after the designated check-in time.

Registration Period
•    Opens: March 3, 2026, at 13:00 (CET)
•    Closes: March 23, 2026 (or earlier if all seats are filled)

Test Guide PDF
Please read the Test Guide PDF carefully before registering. It contains important information about how to fill out your application correctly.

Where the instructions ask you to enter numbers, please use numeric digits (e.g. 1, 2, 3), not words. This may lead to errors in the registration process.

FAQs
For common questions, please refer to the official JLPT FAQ page.

Certificate of Result and Scores
•    Ensure your address is correct. We only resend certificates once, in case of return or error.
•    Notify us immediately if your address changes.
•    Within Germany: Certificates of Result and Scores will be sent by regular post (Deutsche Post). We are not held responsible for delays, losses, or issues caused by postal services.
•    Outside Germany: For international delivery, you will be charged an additional shipping fee (based on actual cost). We are not held responsible for delays, losses, or issues caused by postal services.

Indication of the CEFR Level for Reference
CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) level references will be included on the Certificate of Result and Scores. Please refer to the following website and the FAQ for details.

Indication of the CEFR Level for Reference | JLPT Japanese-Language Proficiency Test
CEFR FAQ
CEFR FAQ (Certificate)

If you have other questions not covered in the FAQ, please contact jlpt_sankou@jpf.go.jp (The Japan Foundation Center for Japanese-Language Testing).

Before registering, we recommend reviewing the following official JLPT resources:
All about JLPT: Website of JLPT
N1–N5 Level Descriptions: Website of JLPT, N1-N5
Sample Questions: Website of JLPT, Try Sample Questions

Registration Procedure
1.    Register via the link of your test level below.
2.    You will receive an email: “Please confirm the registration!”
3.    Click “Confirm & Pay” in the email.
4.    Choose your payment method and pay the test fee.
5.    You will receive an email: “Receipt of invoice”.
6.    You will receive an email: “Your registration has been confirmed.”.
7.    You will receive an email titled “News“ containing your test voucher within two weeks after your registration. Please make sure to bring a printed copy of this test voucher with you on the test day.

Application Links (Available from March 3, 13:00 CET*):
*Registration will close once the maximum participant capacity is reached.

Apply for N1 (24 seats) - the most difficult level
Apply for N2 (32 seats) 
Apply for N3 (48 seats)  
Apply for N4 (72 seats) 
Apply for N5 (76 seats) - the easiest level