Japan University Examination(JPUE)selects the students most suitable to admission policy of the specific university based on the results of“written test and skill test” and “interview test”. After the qualification of the university, the “Pre-admission” will be given to the selected. The “Pre-admission” will be given to each students. It include the announcement of the entrance fee, the information of the conditions for free tuition fee, scholarship, dormitory and support services, as well as the interview requirement and the points requirements for other tests.
Additionally, if the university require the students to take the “Preparatory courses”, the students is required to take it before the official admission.
Finally, the announcement of admission will be given when the students clear all those requirements provided, and made the sufficient procedure for admission, and certify the final examination.
We will help you to confirmation if your age, nationality, degree satisfy the application requirements. If you willing to confirm it by us, please fill the required form. It will take 2 weeks to reveal the results.
Students who meet the following requirements are eligible to apply for JPUE.
(1) Owners other than Japanese.
(2) According to Japan's Immigration Control and Refugee Recognition Act, students who are expected to obtain certificate of eligibility without prejudice to their college entrance.
※The application qualification may vary with universities. Please confirm the details in the admission brochures of universities.
When applying for university through JPUE, there are the following items need to be met (1) (2) or (3) (1) or (2) (3).
(1) Possess nationality other than Japanese nationality.
(2) According to Japan's Immigration Control and Refugee Recognition Act, students who are expected to obtain certificate of eligibility without prejudice to their college entrance.
(3)-1 Students who are expected to complete 12 years of education (including certificates of vocational and technical and other academic qualifications) by 31 March 2026 and who are eligible for university admission or equivalent qualifications must be over 18 years of age by 31 March 2026.
(3)-2 Students who have completed at least 12 years of school education or have higher academic ability or examination (international diploma preparatory course, Abitur, BAC and other accreditation. By March 31, 2026, they will have reached the age of 18.
(3)-3 Students who fail to graduate from high school for reasons of dropping out of school, but pass the exams equivalent to the Japanese high school diploma certification examination, and by March 31, 2026, they will have reached the age of 18.
※The application qualification may vary with universities. Please confirm the details in the admission brochures of universities.
Only in the first term, universities admitted in September 2025 will also participate.
In principle, if you want to apply for admission in September 2025, the following requirements must be met in principle: ① ② or ③ ① or ② ③.
(1) Possess nationality other than Japanese nationality.
(2) According to Japan's Immigration Control and Refugee Recognition Act, students who are expected to obtain certificate of eligibility without prejudice to their college entrance.
(3)-1 Students who are expected to complete 12 years of education by August 31, 2025 and are eligible for university admission or equivalent qualifications must be 18 years of age by August 31, 2025.
(3)-2 Students who have completed at least 12 years of school education or have higher academic ability or examination (international diploma preparatory course, Abitur, BAC and other accreditations. By August 31, 2025, they will reach the age of 18.
(3)-3 Students who have passed the exam equivalent to the Japanese high school diploma certification examination, and has reached the age of 18 by August 31, 2025.※The application qualification may vary with universities. Please confirm the details in the admission brochures of universities.
The JUPE does not accept transferred students or college students.
Students in the second year of high school may be selected as candidates for admission in April 2027 by some universities although they do not meet the requirements for admission in April 2026.
If you have any questions for the following items or application qualifications, please contact us by using the “Pre-qualification Form” on the application website.
1) If you already have residential identity in Japan.
2) Have received primary and secondary education in Education institutions in Japan.
3) Have received primary and secondary education in Japanese educational institutions abroad.
4) The total duration of primary and secondary education is less than 12 years.
5) Have dual nationality, including Japanese nationality
Students can apply for JUPE online on the application page of the official website.
After registering with your mobile phone or email, the system will automatically send a verification message.
Application officially starts after the verification is passed.
The items to be filled in at the time of application: (1) Fill in the basic information','(2) Fill in examination-related information, (3) Fill in relevant information'.
(1) 'Fill in the basic information' is mainly about the basic information of applicants, such as name, address, contact information, etc.
(2) 'Fill in exam-related information' is mainly about the expectations before and after entering university, selecting the knowledge system and examination content (foreign language subjects, cultural subjects and skill tests, etc.) that you want to study.
After that, carry out 'examination fee payment'. Payment methods include paid by credit cards and so on. Payment methods vary with different regions. Please operate according to the rules on the application website.
Finally, (3) Fill in the relevant information' is to collect the applicants' academic background, whether they have been to Japan before, and upload their photos and external examination results (English, Japanese, unified entrance examination results of universities in various countries and regions, etc.). These results will be used to evaluate the results of examinations in universities. Please upload them actively.
Please complete the following basic information according to the instructions shown on the screen.
Examination venue, name, date of birth, age, year of high school graduation, gender, current address (region only), contact information of guardian, mobile phone number, e-mail, instant messenger (IM)
Regarding the selection of examination contents, there are three choices. A) Select the language of examination, B) Select the subjects of examination (basic subjects/additional subjects), C) Select the learning system (from 18 categories and 66 fields).
Select the language of the written test ("English" or "Chinese").
Select the exam subjects you want. Examination subjects are divided into ""basic subjects"" (① to ④) and ""additional subjects"" (⑤,⑥).
The ""examination subjects"" selected here will affect the ""learning system"" that needs to be selected later. If the subjects selected are different from those required in the desired category areas, you may not be able to normally select the desired category fields.
Please select the following four subjects.
(1) Select a foreign language test: Japanese or English.
(2) Select mathematics exam: basic mathematics or science mathematics.
(3) Select science examination 1: Physics/Chemistry/Biology/None (No science examination)
(4) Select Science Examination 2: Physics/Chemistry/Biology/None (No science examination)
For students wishing to take additional subject tests, please select.
Students who wish to apply for the national universities, are required to accept the ""advanced mathematics and advanced science"" examination. Students who wish to apply for art universities, are required to accept the ""sketch (pencil) test"".
If students take the additional subjects examination, the written tests will take two days, so please make your choice after adjusting your schedule.
⑤ Advanced (Mathematics/Science) courses are selected from Basic Subjects.
If you select physics in ③Science 1 and chemistry in ④science 2, you need to take the examinations of Advanced Mathematics, Advanced Physics and Advanced Chemistry in Advanced Subjects. If (4) you select ""none"" in ④Science 2, for Advanced Science subjects, you only need to take the examination of subjects in ③ Science 1.
⑥ Sketch (Pencil) test
Check the basic descriptive ability of applicant.
If you want to select the subjects No. 14-18, you must take the ""Science Mathematics"" and ""Science 1, 2"".
If you want to select the subject No. 8, you must take the ""Sketch (Pencil) Test"".
If you want to apply for a national university, you must take the ""Advanced (Mathematics/Science)"" examination.
If you take the tests of ⑤""Advanced (Mathematics/Science)"" and ⑥""Sketch Test"", they will be conducted separately in two days.
There will be designated test subjects according to different universities. Please be sure to confirm the information of university applied for on the application website.
Applicants can select up to three optional learning systems, starting with the first choice. The learning system may cannot be selected due to the selection of certain subjects to be tested.
This part covers the filling of ""additional personal information"" and ""upload of external examination results"".
To enter the page of ""(3) fill in relevant information"", you need to complete ""(1) fill in basic information"" and ""(2) select examination content"" and pay the examination fee. Please complete the required steps in sequence.
The information filled in the ""(1) Fill in basic information"" can be modified by clicking the ""Registration information confirmation and modification"" button in the current screen.
The examination fee is 2,000 Chinese yuan.
① Online payment
Please complete online payment with credit cards or PayPal as requested.
② Bank transfer
Please make a remittance to the following assigned bank account and upload the receipt as required. (Banking service charge should be borne by applicants)
*Bank transfers are not accepted for payment in Shanghai and the Philippines.
③In-person Payment: After registering the ""Application Basic Data,"" please visit the administration office within 3 days to make the payment in cash.
Note: In-person payment is only available in Shanghai.
Examination fees paid will not be refunded.
If the examination fee is not paid within the prescribed time limit, the basic information already filled in may be cleared.
If you hold a coupon, please enter the coupon code and complete the operation.
Please enter the additional information from (I) to (VI) according to the input screen.
Note that these items are mandatory for all candidates taking the JPUE exam, so please ensure that you complete the registration without omission.
Names and addresses of primary school, middle school and high school respectively, admission date, graduation date and length of schooling
Experience in Japan, Purpose, Type of Visa, Entry Day, Exit Day
Please fill in your family registry address, whether you have Japanese Nationality or not.
Photos are used for admission card for entrance examination.
It is used to confirm whether you are the individual in person on the exam day. Please upload it in accordance with the following regulations.
Please prepare photo data according to the following requirements.
Size: 560 pixels long x 420 pixels wide (file size less than 1MB)
Shooting within 6 months
No Borders
Applicant's photo which can clearly distinguish the front face (no shadows on the face)
Only the applicant himself is shown in the photo.
Upper body, no crown, whole head included.
There is nothing behind the character, and the background can be pure white or other monochrome (light color).
*The photo will be printed on the admission card.
*The use of photographs other than those specified above may result in disqualification.
Students who apply for the art department may need to upload their works in advance.
Pictures are only related (video data is not allowed) data form: PDF only, A4/1 file. Any number of pages. The capacity limit is 3MB.
*Documents in the form of JPEG are not accepted.
*We are unable to submit data different from the above specifications.
Please be sure to fill in the items specified below. In order to avoid mismatches in actual interview, please answer as carefully as possible.
Applicants of departments other than art departments (Departments number: 1-7, 9-16)
Please create a statement of purpose that incorporates the following aspects:
The motivation for wanting to study abroad in Japan.
The academic field you wish to study in Japan.
The challenges or experiences you would like to pursue while studying at a Japanese university.
Your aspirations and career plans after graduating from a Japanese university.
The dreams you hope to achieve in the future.
Applicants of art departments (Departments number: 8)
Please fill in the application reasons in the following two themes.
Theme 1: What do you want to learn in the field of art?
Theme 2: What do you want to do in the field of art in the future?
The following (Ⅶ) to (Ⅻ) external examination results are submitted according to individual circumstances. They will be used for the evaluation results of universities, and may affect tuition remission, scholarship award, etc. Please upload them actively.
If you have participated in the Examination For Japanese University Admission (EJU) organized by JASSO, please upload the scanned transcript.
Please upload the scanned transcripts of tests (JLCAT,JLPT,JTEST,NAT,BJT,JCAT, etc.) that can prove your Japanese proficiency.
Please upload scanned transcripts of tests (TOEFL,TOEIC,IELTS, etc.) that can prove your English proficiency.
Please upload the scanned transcripts of the common tests (SAT, ACT, IB, etc.) taken for European and American college entrance examinations.
Please upload the scanned copy of the common examination transcript of your university entrance examinations.
Please upload the scanned transcript of the graduation examination of your high school.
Sealed transcripts should not be unpacked and sent directly to the local office.
※If you are required to present the application form when applying for the transcript from senior high school, please click here to download, fill in the necessary information and hand it to the senior high school.
JPUE held written test and skill test at each area at the same time. The applicants need to arrive at the arranged test room in time and take the test all together. Applicants can choose the language of the test from native language, English and Japanese. It is not necessary to understand Japanese for the test.
From this year, we added the drawing skill tests for art school applicants.
The written test consists of two parts: basic subjects and additional subjects. The latter is divided into two parts: the "advanced subjects" examination which is required to apply for national universities and the skills examination which is required to apply for art departments. The written test lasts for two days. The first day is for basic subjects, and the next day is for additional subjects. Candidates who do not choose additional subjects only need to take the first day examination.
The written test is held in the designated examination room, and all candidates will gather in the examination room to take the written test. The subjects to be taken by the candidates on the written test day are determined by the subjects they selected when they register. In principle, the written test subjects cannot be changed on the written test day.
The written test starts at 9:00 a.m. on that day. Please sign in between 8:00 and 8:30 a.m. According to the regional conditions, the examination schedule may be adjusted. If this happens, the examination bureau will contact the candidates directly to inform. Candidates who are more than 30 minutes late for each subject will be disqualified for that subject. In addition, in the event of natural disasters and other situations where the Bureau cannot contact the candidates, please follow the warning and response benchmarks issued by the local government.
Candidates will be notified in advance of each examination venue.
Please bring the following items to the examination room on the day of the examination.
(1) Admission card (Please print the electronic version of the admission card and bring it to the examination site.)
(2) Identity card
(3) Written test appliances
(4) Calculator (Please check here for the types can be used during the test..)
(5) Lunch (Depending on the test venue, there may be no stores nearby.)
(6) Drawing tools (only for those who take the sketch test. (Knives, pencils, erasers)
※The drawing board (B3) for the sketch test will be distributed on that day.
① Foreign language examination "Japanese" or "English"
90-minute Compulsory subjects 9:00-10:30
② Mathematics examination "Basic Mathematics" or "Science Mathematics"
90-minute Compulsory subjects 10:50-12:20.
③ Science examination 1 "Physics", "Chemistry", "Biology"
60-minutes Optional subjects 13:00-14:00
⑤-1 Advanced Mathematics examination
90-minute 9:00-10:30
⑤-2 Advanced Science examination "Physics", "Chemistry", "Biology"
60-minute 10:50-11:50
※➄-2/ When taking two science examinations, the examination time is 120 minutes.
⑥ Sketch (Pencil) test"
120-minutes 14:00-16:00
The range of questions in written test and previous exam papers can be viewed or downloaded on this website. In addition, the additional subjects and skills examination are new examination items to be which implemented since the 1st term in 2021. The scoring criteria for the skill tests can be viewed from the range of questions in the above websites, but there are no previous exam papers. (Currently, September 20, 2019)
According to the provisions of the senior high school syllabus in the JPUE implementation area, calculators can be used in written tests in some areas. The type of calculator that can be used in written test follows the regulations of the entrance examination of universities in different regions, and is limited to the type allowed in the entrance examination of universities in different regions. For details, please refer to the following regional calculator usage specifications.
In addition, if you use a calculator model beyond the permitted range or use a modified calculator in a written test, you will lose the qualification for the examination.
Shanghai and Surrounding Areas
For written tests other than English, only calculators officially approved for use in the "Gaokao" (National College Entrance Examination) are permitted.
Please refer to the Gaokao calculator usage regulations for the Shanghai area.
Hong Kong
For written tests other than English, only calculators officially approved for use in the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (DSE) are permitted.
※List of approved calculators.
Taiwan
For written tests other than English, only calculators with basic arithmetic functions provided by the administration office on the day of the exam are permitted.
Bringing your own calculator is not allowed.
Malaysia
For written tests other than English, only calculators officially approved for use in the Malaysian Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) are permitted.
※List of approved calculators.
If you want to re-take exam, you can use the previous written test results for the interview.
However, the written test results that can be used are only applicable to the same year's examination.
Upon approval, the applicant will be exempted from the written test after contacting the secretariat at the time of application.
Even if you are exempt from the written test, the application fee will not change.
Inerview test follow the same rule as written test and skill test. Applicants need to arrive at the arranged room in time. It is possible the proffesors will come to the country for interview, or interview online. Applicants can choose the language from native language, English and Japanese for translation. It is not nessesory to understand Japanese for the interview test.
The 'interview examination' will be conducted based on the results of the preliminary selection of candidates for the interview, which is performed by each university.
The selection of candidates for the interview is based on several factors including the 'desired academic field' registered by the applicants at the time of application, the 'statement of purpose,' 'external exam scores,' and the results of the 'written and practical tests' conducted just before the interview.
※If you have a clear preference for a particular university or academic field, it is important to express this strong intention through your statement of purpose and external scores from the time of application.
The 'interview examination' will be conducted by faculty members from the participating universities, either by visiting the site on the day of the interview or through video communication. They will conduct the interview with each selected student individually. The interview will last approximately 20 minutes and can be conducted in Japanese, English, or the applicant's native language through an interpreter.
The schedule for the 'interview examination' will be structured to maximize efficiency for the participating universities. Therefore, all applicants must be present by the designated time on the day of the interview to confirm their attendance.
The interview starts at 9:20 a.m. Please sign in between 8:00 and 8:30 a.m. As mentioned above, the interview schedule will be made on the morning of the same day according to the attendance of the candidates. If the candidates are late, the number of candidates who are interviewed will be greatly reduced. Therefore, the candidates who are late on the interview day will be disqualified in principle. According to the local conditions, the examination schedule may be adjusted. If this happens, the Examination Bureau will contact the candidates directly. In addition, in the event of natural disasters and other situations where the Bureau cannot contact the candidates, please follow the warning and response benchmarks issued by the local government.
The examination venues in different regions will be notified in advance. Please note that there may be differences between the written test venue and the practical skill test venue.
Please bring the following items to the examination venue on the day of the examination.
① Admission card (Please print the electronic version of the admission card and bring it to the examination venue.)
② Identity card
③ Written test appliances
④ Lunch (Depending on the test venue, there may be no stores nearby.)
⑤ Collection of paintings (only for students who choose art categories. Optional.)
※Because candidates will directly meet with the university teachers on the interview day, so please pay attention to the dress. For more details,
The interviews are scheduled to be held in the following time slots:
Morning: 9:20 AM – 12:35 PM
Afternoon: 1:20 PM – 5:00 PM (with 20-minute intervals per session)
※Each university will allocate approximately 20 minutes per candidate.
※Each university and booth will conduct a maximum of 17 interviews.
※The interview schedule for candidates will be announced on the day of the interview.
※As mentioned, each university will have pre-selected interview candidates, so interviews cannot be conducted for those who are not selected.
Interviews can be conducted in Japanese, English or mother tongue (with translators).
After the written test, interview, based on the content of registration and examination results, participating universities will give "pre-admission" notification to candidates who meet their self-admission criteria.
These "pre-admissions" will be posted online or at designated venues on the dates indicated in the examination schedules.
In addition, the "pre-admission" is divided into four types of "OFFER". The eligibility conditions, tuition remission and scholarship and other treatment offered by each kind of "offer" are different, please note.
At the same time, these "pre-admissions" are internal decisions of each university. If candidates contact with the Examination Committee by phone or email to inquire about relevant matters, the Examination Committee can not answer any questions.
'Pre-admission' is a qualification notice that comprehensive evaluates the candidates' current academic qualifications and themselves, including university admission funds, tuition fees, scholarships and other admission conditions.
As a prerequisite for this qualification to be translated into final admission, candidates need to master Advanced Japanese language ability. Some 'pre-admission' requires candidates only to master Advanced Japanese ability to be admitted, while other 'pre-admissions' require candidates to achieve certain results in some external examinations in addition to their Japanese ability. There are differences among all kinds of 'pre-admissions'.
The university has judged that the student's academic ability and comprehensive quality are in line with requirements of the university. As long as you complete the preparatory courses, and then obtain a score equivalent to JLPT N2 or above, you can enter the school.
Only one such OFFER can be selected.
As long as you complete the preparatory courses, then obtain a score equivalent to JLPT N2 or above, and confirm the learning status of Japanese at the final interview, you are admitted after passing the examination. In addition, when there are subjects taught in English, students will be required to submit their English scores or conduct an interview in English.
The university has judged that the student's academic ability and comprehensive quality are in line with requirements of the university. As long as you complete the preparatory courses, and then obtain a score equivalent to JLPT N2 or above, and take other appointed interviews and written tests, finally you will be admitted or not according to this.
You can select two such OFFERs at the same time.
Although the university does not give a pre-admission, there would be a higher pass rate if the students applied, so the Examination Committee judges that the possibility of qualifying after the students submitted for the examination would be very high, and issues a qualified notice to the students. As long as you complete the preparatory courses, then get a score equal to JLPT N2 or above, and participate in other appointed interviews and written tests, finally you will be admitted or not according to this.
When choosing such OFFER, you can choose two at the same time.
A university may grant a number of "pre-admissions" to different departments and under different conditions.
Some universities may offer different kinds of "pre-admissions" as mentioned above.
The "pre-admission" obtained through JPUE is only applicable to examinations within the scope of JPUE. It is not suitable for other colleges’ entrance examinations.
Each region will set up a 'guardian's instruction meeting' for guardians of students who have received 'pre-admission', and a 'University guidance meeting' for students and their guardians to attend at the same time.
For those guardians who still have doubts about studying in Japan, the advantages of studying in Japan are analyzed in a relatively easy-to-understand way, and the 'pre-admission' universities that students have obtained, and the requirements for admission, scholarship system, tuition remission system and dormitory system are introduced in detail.
"Preparatory courses" refers to the preparatory courses that students who have obtained “pre-admission” in the JPUE shall take before studying in Japan.
This course starts from basic courses, and uses task-based teaching method. Through the rhythm of 90 minutes for each class of four classes a day, in this independently developed tutorial, students conquer small goals one after another and master proficient oral conversation skills unconsciously. Students who are full of Chinese characters can reach the level of Advanced Japanese in a total of 360 class hours in half a year, while those who are not full of Chinese characters can reach the level of Advanced Japanese in a year of 720 class hours.
Through studying this course, students can finally acquire the Advanced Japanese ability to listen to the teachers normally in Japanese universities, which is equivalent to four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing in Japanese proficiency test N2 and above.
The course also includes tutorial classes for the final interview. It is developed to integrate Japanese politics, geography, history and other basic knowledge about Japan, as well as conversation skills and manners that should be paid attention to when interviewing with university teachers, so that every student can obtain the final qualification.
Students obtaining “Pre-admission” need to take “Preparatory Courses” within six months, so as to acquire their Advanced Japanese ability, then submit their application to the desired school and attend the final interview.
As mentioned above, Pre-admissions are divided into the following four categories.
(1)Unconditional OFFER
(2) Conditional OFFER with interview
(3) Conditional OFFER
(4) JPUE conditional OFFER
The types of Pre-admission that need final interview are (2) and (3) and (4) above.
When obtaining pre-admission for Category 3, you may be asked professional-related questions in the final interview, or you may need to submit additional test scores as supplementary materials in addition to Japanese learning. Such kind of pre-admission is slightly more difficult than other types. Please be careful when choosing.
After the final interview is completed, the university will make the final admission decision. Typically, the results are announced within a few days and communicated to the examination committee, and the official 'cceptance Letter'will be sent to the student.
Upon receiving the 'cceptance Letter,'the student will be required to make payment for the admission fee and a portion of the tuition fees as part of the enrollment process. This payment should be transferred to the university's designated account from abroad. Once the university confirms receipt of the payment, an 'dmission Permit'will be issued. With this 'Admission Permit,' the student can proceed to apply for a 'Certificate of Eligibility' with the Immigration Services Agency of Japan.
Typically, the student will need to submit documents such as the 'High School Graduation Certificate,' 'High School Transcript,' 'Family Register,' 'Financial Support Statement,' 'Proof of Financial Supporter's Bank Balance,' and 'Proof of Financial Supporter's Income.' After ensuring that all required documents are complete and there are no discrepancies in the application form, the documents are submitted to the Immigration Services Agency of Japan. The 'Certificate of Eligibility' is usually issued within about two months.
With the 'Certificate of Eligibility,' the student can then proceed to apply for a formal 'Student Visa' at the nearest Japanese embassy or consulate abroad. After a few weeks, the student visa will be issued, and the student will be able to travel to Japan officially.
In each region, a 'Departure Ceremony' will be held for students who have passed the JPUE and will be studying at Japanese universities. This ceremony is an opportunity to bid farewell to classmates and faculty while also marking the beginning of a new journey. During the ceremony, information and important details regarding traveling to Japan and living there will also be provided.
Once the 'Student Visa' is issued, you will begin preparing for your departure. This includes finalizing your travel schedule and arranging your flight. Additionally, consider finding accommodation based on the university's location and surrounding environment. While some universities may provide dormitories, you may need to rent an apartment or a condominium on your own. If you choose to rent independently, it is advisable to visit and inspect the accommodation before signing a lease. Many cases require a guarantor for renting, and you might consider using a guarantor service if needed.
Upon arrival in Japan, you will need to arrange for airport pickup, complete resident registration, open a bank account, and sign up for a mobile phone plan. Universities often provide guidance for these tasks, but in the case of large comprehensive universities, you might need to handle these matters independently. If you encounter any issues or need assistance, you can consult the administrative office in your area for appropriate advice.
