The JLPT 2026 at the University of Edinburgh takes place in December 2026. It is the only JLPT test centre in Scotland, and it runs the December session only — there is no July test in Edinburgh. Registration details will be published on the University of Edinburgh website by the end of June 2026.
Key Facts: JLPT Edinburgh 2026
- Test date: Sunday 6 December 2026
- Session: December only (no July test in Edinburgh)
- Venue: University of Edinburgh (Centre for Open Learning)
- Levels: N1, N2, N3, N4, N5
- Fee: £100 (no refunds, no transfers)
- Eligibility: All non-native Japanese speakers aged 16+
- Registration opens: Details to be published by end of June 2026
- Registration email: [email protected]
- Official page: col.ed.ac.uk — JLPT Edinburgh
Registration is online only. The University of Edinburgh does not accept in-person or postal applications.
Exam Day Information
- Registration begins: 10:30am. Arrive by 10:30am — do not be late.
- No lunch break. There is a 20-minute break between sections for N1 and N2, and a 15-minute break for N3, N4, and N5. Bring food and snacks.
- Electronic devices: All mobile phones, smartwatches, and electronic devices must be switched off for the entire test day, including breaks. This rule has been in effect since December 2025.
- ID: Bring valid photo ID. The name on your ID must match your application exactly (middle names may be omitted).
- Waiting room: The building has a waiting room. Guardians must remain there and are not permitted in exam areas.
Results
Results for the December test are released in early March 2027. You can access your results online using the unique password sent after registration. Score Reports are posted to all examinees. Successful candidates also receive a Certificate of Proficiency.
If you haven’t received your report by the end of March 2027, contact [email protected].
The JLPT certificate never expires.
Getting to the University of Edinburgh
The University of Edinburgh Centre for Open Learning is based in central Edinburgh.
- By train: Edinburgh Waverley station is the main station, about 15–20 minutes’ walk or a short bus ride from the university.
- By bus: Lothian Buses serve the university from across Edinburgh. Routes 23, 27, 35, 45 stop nearby.
- By air: Edinburgh Airport is about 30 minutes from the city centre by tram (Edinburgh Gateway) or bus.
If you’re travelling from outside Edinburgh, December can bring cold and unpredictable weather in Scotland. Allow extra travel time and check ScotRail for any disruptions.
Why Edinburgh?
Edinburgh is the only JLPT test centre in Scotland. If you’re based in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Dundee, Aberdeen, or anywhere else in Scotland, this is your nearest option for the December test.
For the July test, you’ll need to travel to one of the three English centres: SOAS London, King’s College London, or the University of Leicester.
See the full JLPT UK 2026 guide for all five test centres →
Not Sure Which Level to Take?
The JLPT has five levels — N5 (beginner) to N1 (advanced). If you’re not sure where you stand, take a free mock test before you register. It’s the fastest way to find out.
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