Japanese Language Capability Test is one of the popular Japanese language testing exam that is growing popular in Nepal. It measures the Japanese language communication capability of the non-native Japanese speakers. It consists of 5 levels which are JCT1, JCT2, JCT3, JCT4, JCT5. JCT5 is the starting level of test. There are three section of this test:
- Japanese Language knowledge (Character, vocabulary, grammar).
- Comprehension reading.
- Listening.
The Japanese-Language Proficiency Test JLPT is a standardized criterion-referenced test to evaluate and certify Japanese language proficiency for non-native speakers, covering language knowledge, reading ability, and listening ability. The test is held twice a year in Japan and selected countries (on the first Sunday of July and December), and once a year in other regions (on the first Sunday of December).
Sponsor Organization
NAT-TEST Senmon Kyouiku Publishing Co., Ltd.
“NAT-TEST” Administration Committee (Tokyo)
China:
Regional Office: The NAT-TEST Chinese Executive Office
Administrations: ATA Co., Ltd. (Beijing)
JLPT In Japan: Japan Educational Exchanges and Services
Outside of Japan: The Japan Foundation
Number Of Time Held
JLPT Test – Twice per year (http://www.jlpt.jp/e/index.cgi)
NAT TEST – Six times per year (http://www.nat-test.com/)