How do I check my JLPT results?
Quick Answer
Log in to the official JLPT website with your registration info about 2 months after the exam. Results appear online before certificates are mailed.
JLPT results are released approximately 2 months after the exam. Here's how to access them:
Online Results (First Available)
**Step 1: Visit Official Website** - Japan Foundation JLPT website (for most countries) - Country-specific site (US: AATJ website)
**Step 2: Log In** - Use your registration email/ID - Enter your password (created during registration) - Have your test voucher number ready if needed
**Step 3: View Results** - Click "Results" or equivalent - See pass/fail status - View detailed score breakdown
Result Release Timeline
- July exam: Late September/early October - December exam: Late February/early March - Online first, then mailed certificates
What Your Results Show
1. Overall score (out of 180) 2. Section scores: - Language Knowledge (Vocabulary/Grammar) - Reading - Listening 3. Pass/Fail status 4. Section grades (A/B/C for N1)
Certificate Mailing
- Mailed 2-3 weeks after online release - Sent to address from registration - Official document for applications - Cannot be expedited
If You Can't Access Results
- Verify registration email/password - Check country-specific site - Contact local JLPT organizer - Results cannot be given by phone/email
Understanding Your Score Report
- 180 points maximum - Each section has minimum scores required - You can pass overall but fail due to section minimums - Score helps identify areas for improvement
After Checking Results
- Passing: Certificate arrives in 2-3 weeks - Not passing: Plan for next attempt - Borderline: Focus on weak sections - Save results page for records
Country-Specific Notes
- US: Results via AATJ website - Japan: Results via jlpt.jp - Other countries: Check local organizer website
Key Takeaways
- 1Results available online ~2 months after exam
- 2Log in with registration credentials
- 3Online results appear before mailed certificates
- 4Score breakdown shows section performance
- 5Keep registration info safe for results access
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