JLPT N3 — overview

Title

JLPT N3 — overview

Level

N3

Scope

JLPT N3 Overview

The JLPT N3 acts as a bridge between the beginner levels (N5/N4) and the advanced levels (N2/N1). It certifies the ability to understand Japanese used in everyday situations to a certain degree.

Test Sections & Time Limits

1. Language Knowledge (Kanji / Vocabulary): 30 minutes
2. Language Knowledge (Grammar) & Reading: 70 minutes
3. Listening: 40 minutes

Scoring Breakdown

• Total Score: 180 points
• Overall Pass Mark: 95 / 180 points
• Sectional Pass Marks (must pass all three individually):
  • Language Knowledge (Kanji/Vocab/Grammar): 19 / 60 points
  • Reading: 19 / 60 points
  • Listening: 19 / 60 points

Required Knowledge

Candidates need approximately 650 kanji, around 3,700 vocabulary words, and about 100 to 150 grammar patterns.

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