JLPT practice

JLPT N2 exam: structure, timing and scoring

The N2 exam (on the JLPT framework) has about 107 questions in 155 minutes, with a maximum score of 180. Below are the sections and the scores needed to pass.

Test sections and timing

SectionTimeQuestions
Language Knowledge (Vocabulary, Grammar) · Reading105 min75
Listening50 min32
Total155 min107

Question counts are approximate figures from the test organizers; a real exam session can differ slightly.

How scoring works

Maximum score 180. You need a total of at least 90 and every section at or above its own minimum.

Score sectionScaleMinimum
Language Knowledge0–6019
Reading0–6019
Listening0–6019

Real exam scores use the organizers’ own method; GoMe only gives an estimated score so you can see where you stand.

Free mock tests

Coming soon

Free N2 mock tests are in preparation. Meanwhile you can practise each section and take the placement test in the GoMe app.

Other levels