The NAT-TEST gives a general evaluation of the candidate’s Japanese language proficiency. The administration board of SenmonKyouiku Publishing Co. manages the NAT test. It is located in Shinjuku, Tokyo. NAT is the second-most popular Japanese language test globally. Over 50 cities in 16 Asian countries offer the examination. The exam is usually held six times per year. This test has five levels of difficulty (Q1 to Q5). Q5 is the easiest, while Q1 is the hardest. It measures the candidate’s ability in three skills: vocabulary and grammar, reading, and listening comprehension. There are many benefits to taking the Japanese NAT test.
First, the score helps applicants apply for student visas or meet admission requirements in Japan. This includes schools, vocational institutions, language schools, colleges, and universities. All candidates will receive a score report, and those who pass will be awarded a Certificate of Proficiency. The official institution score report of the Japanese Language NAT-TEST can be used as part of a student visa application or as part of the admission requirements of Japanese language institutions. Besides, it may be important while applying for a job in Japan. The passing criteria are the same as for the JLPT. One must pass the overall examination and each section, respectively, scoring more than the passing marks, i.e., more than 25%. If the required score is obtained in both the sectional and overall tests, the candidate is believed to have passed the exam.
