The EJU (Examination for Japanese University Admission) is an exam designed to assess the necessary Japanese language proficiency and basic knowledge level of international students wishing to study at Japanese universities.
The EJU (Examination for Japanese University Admission) is an exam designed to assess the necessary Japanese language proficiency and basic knowledge level of international students wishing to study at Japanese universities.
Previously, international students wishing to study in Japan had to take two exams that many Japanese universities required them to take: the "Japanese Language Proficiency Test" and the "Examination for Self-Funded Foreign Students". Since 2002, the Examination for Japanese University Admission (EJU) has replaced these two exams and is held both inside and outside Japan, twice a year (in June and November).
By taking the EJU exam, students do not need to travel to Japan to take the test, and their results are widely recognized by Japanese universities. Currently, more than 900 Japanese universities use EJU exam results for admissions.
In addition, JASSO (Japan Student Services Organization) also offers scholarships of 48,000 Yen/month to high-achieving students in the Japan University Entrance Examination.
Normally, the scholarship period is one year, but for candidates taking the EJU exam abroad, it is possible to apply for an extension of the scholarship for the entire duration of their studies if they achieve certain academic results at their current school. This is a special privilege reserved for candidates taking the EJU exam abroad.
How to participate:
Candidates choose their exam subjects from the following list, according to the requirements of the university they wish to apply to.
The language used in the exam is either Japanese or English. (For the Japanese exam, the questions will be in Japanese only).
The Japanese language exam consists of both multiple-choice and essay questions. The Natural Sciences, Social Sciences, and Mathematics exams are all multiple-choice.
Admission process:
After receiving their EJU results, candidates complete their application package for the university they wish to attend and submit the application along with other necessary documents.
Schools will conduct the selection process after receiving the application documents. If you are accepted, you will begin the enrollment process.
Exam dates:
Sunday, November 8, 2026 (7:00 AM - 11:30 AM; 2:00 PM - 4:30 PM)
Application deadline:
From July 6, 2025 (Monday) – July 31, 2026 (Friday)
The application package includes:
- Application form for the exam:
+ For candidates taking the exam in Hanoi : Live broadcast at the exam registration location.
+ For candidates taking the exam in Ho Chi Minh City: Please contact the exam registration location directly.
- 3 photos, 3cm x 4cm
- Examination fee: 275,000 VND
Details: https://surli.cc/gjvblg
Contact address:
In Hanoi: Foreign Trade University, Japanese Language Department
91 Chua Lang Street, Lang Thuong Ward, Dong Da District, Hanoi (Room B301)
Tel: 84-24-3775-4692 (ext.566)
Email: Khoatiengnhat@ftu.edu.vn
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kythiduhocNhatBanEJUtaihanoi
In Ho Chi Minh City: University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Ho Chi Minh City
Language Center (K.001)
10-12 Dinh Tien Hoang Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Tel: 028.3822.2550
Email: cfl@hcmussh.edu.vn
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cflhcmussh
For more details, visit:
Website of the Japan Student Services Organization:
http://www.jasso.go.jp/en/eju/index.html (English, Japanese)
https://www.jasso.org.vn/eju1 (Vietnamese)
Website of the Japanese Department, Foreign Trade University:
http://khoatiengnhat.ftu.edu.vn/ (Vietnamese)
Facebook page of the Japanese Department at Foreign Trade University:
https://www.facebook.com/khoatiengnhat.ftu/
Source: https://danviet.vn/ky-thi-du-hoc-nhat-ban-dot-2-nam-2026-d1439379.html
