This page summarizes information about the building cleaning skills exam.For more details, please refer to the official page.
※Since March 10, 2025, the Building Cleaning Specified Skilled Worker (i) Evaluation Test has been conducted as a Pearson VUE CBT test.
| Item | Content |
|---|---|
| Test Method | CBT Method (Pearson VUE) |
| How to Book | The examinee creates an account and makes the reservation and payment. Group reservations are also available only for exams taken in Japan. |
| When You Can Take the Test | You can book if there are seats available on test center business days. |
| Check Exam Venues | Tests are administered at Pearson VUE test centers in Japan, the Philippines, Cambodia, Nepal, Myanmar, Mongolia, Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Vietnam, Bangladesh, Uzbekistan, Pakistan, Thailand, India, Malaysia, Laos, and Kyrgyzstan. Check cities and availability when applying. |
※It is no longer the old fixed schedule by country. It is now a CBT booking system.
Pass results are announced on the official page. In principle, they are announced on the 15th and at the end of each month.
Test content
| Test Method | CBT Method |
| Written Exam | 20 questions, 40 points, 20 minutes. True/false and multiple-choice questions. |
| Practical Exam | 30 questions, 60 points, 30 minutes. True/false, multiple-choice, and ordering questions. |
| Passing Criteria | At least 60% of the maximum score on each of the written and practical tests |
| Language | Japanese (kanji with hiragana readings) |
| Eligibility | At least 17 years old on the test date. Indonesian nationals must be at least 18. A status of residence is required to take the test in Japan. |
| Study Method | You can use official sample questions, a CBT trial, study texts, and training videos. |
More DetailsOfficial Page
How to BookCBT Booking Guide PDF
Test Flow and Sample Questions
FY2019 Judgment Test (Questions)