QUESTION FORMAT
NAT-TEST question formats and counts.
Every level covers language knowledge, reading, and listening, while the section structure and question count differ by level.
| Level | Vocabulary / grammar / reading | Listening | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1Q | 71 | 31 | 102 |
| 2Q | 75 | 32 | 107 |
| 3Q | 35 + 39 | 28 | 102 |
| 4Q | 28 + 29 | 28 | 85 |
| 5Q | 21 + 22 | 24 | 67 |
Vocabulary and characters
Practice kanji readings, written forms, words in context, paraphrases, and usage. Learn to judge meaning inside a sentence instead of memorizing isolated lists.
Grammar and reading
Work on grammar forms, sentence order, text flow, short and long passages, and information search. Higher levels add more integrated and argument-focused reading.
Listening
Listening tasks include task comprehension, key points, general meaning, expressions, and quick responses. Practice identifying the information requested before the audio begins.
Separate daily drills from exam-style practice
Use short section drills on most days and complete a level-specific set once a week. Official guidance notes that listening time may vary by test administration, so check the latest official information before the exam.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Are NAT PASS sets official past papers?＋
No. NAT PASS provides independent original practice questions and does not reproduce official exam content.
Can I practice listening separately?＋
Yes. Select listening from category practice.
Official sources
Official NAT-TEST time and question countsOfficial NAT-TEST workbookNAT PASS
Turn the guide into practice.
Use NAT PASS to practice 9,260 original questions and 100 sets across levels 1Q–5Q.