Free JLPT mock tests online, N5 to N1
Each JLPT level on this page has five published practice exams with timed sections and an estimated score when you submit. N5 is 67 questions in 90 minutes, and the other levels are longer. These are Minna Nihongo practice tests, not the official JLPT.
Which JLPT mock test should I start with?
If you're not sure which level matches your current ability, take the free Japanese placement test first — it takes a few minutes and points you to the right starting level instead of guessing. If you already know your level, open the matching landing page: N5, N4, N3, N2, or N1.
Choose a JLPT level
- Free JLPT N5 mock tests — 18 exams
- Free JLPT N4 mock tests — 9 exams
- Free JLPT N3 mock tests — 14 exams
- Free JLPT N2 mock tests — 22 exams
- Free JLPT N1 mock tests — 21 exams
How should I use mock tests in my study plan?
Treat mock tests as a checkpoint, not a starting point. Work through vocabulary and grammar for your level first, then take a mock test every 1–2 weeks to see which sections are lagging. Time yourself strictly, even on your first attempt — the JLPT penalizes slow readers as much as gaps in knowledge. After each mock test, review every wrong answer before moving on.
Pair timed exams with focused practice on Japanese quizzes and structured courses so weak sections improve between mock attempts, instead of only retaking the same test.
Related reading
Read the JLPT passing score guide, JLPT levels explained, free JLPT practice, and the placement test guide.
Frequently asked questions
- Are these JLPT mock tests really free?
- Yes. You can take the mock tests free with instant scoring — there is no sign-up paywall to start a practice exam.
- Do the mock tests use the official JLPT time limits?
- Each mock test uses the same section time limits as the official JLPT for that level. The result is an estimated score, not an official JLPT score.
- Is this the official JLPT or a practice mock?
- These are practice exams on Minna Nihongo, not the official JLPT administered by JEES. You get an estimated score when you finish.
- How many mock tests are available per level?
- Multiple mock tests are available across JLPT levels N5–N1, so you can retake practice without memorizing a single set of answers.
- Do I need an account to take a mock test?
- No. You can start a mock test as a guest. Creating an account is optional if you want to keep history across devices.