This page summarizes information about the industrial product manufacturing skills exam.If you want more information, please refer to the official Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry page.
※From April 1, 2026, some functions of the old site have moved to the new site. You can check the exam outline and sample questions on the official portal.
| Test Venue | Content | Detailed Information |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | Held at Prometric test centers across Japan | Test Outline |
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India Indonesia Philippines Vietnam Myanmar |
The exam is scheduled for 2026/11/9〜11/15. Reservations are scheduled to open on 9/17 in Japan and other countries, and on 9/29 in Myanmar. Check Prometric's official page for the latest schedule and reservation information. | Prometric Official Page |
For details on exam dates and locations, see the official Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry website and the Prometric exam page.
Japan：JPY 8,000
Overseas：Varies by country or region. Check the latest exam fees by country on the Prometric official page.
You can generally check exam results within five business days after the exam via your registered email address and the reservation site My Page.
You can also check them on My Page of the reservation site you used for the test.
| Test Category | From FY2026, Specified Skilled Worker (i) has 17 categories, and Specified Skilled Worker (ii) has 3 categories. Check official information for the category you will take. |
| Number of Questions |
Written Exam ：30Questions Practical Exam ：10Questions |
| Language | Japanese |
| Category |
Choose from the following categories to take the exam. ● Machining and Metal Processing Category ● Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assembly Category ● Metal Surface Treatment Category ※The above are examples of the main categories. Check the category list and exam scope in the official guidance from the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry and Prometric. |
| Format | The written test uses true/false questions. The practical test asks you to read about work processes and materials and choose the correct answer. |
| Time | 80 minutes total for the written exam and practical exam |
| Passing Criteria |
Written Exam ：65% Practical Exam ：60% |
| Test Method | CBT Method |
| Eligibility | In principle, you must be 17 or older on the test day. Indonesian nationals must be 18 or older. You must intend to work in Japan after passing the exam. |
| Test Level | The standard is about Grade 3 of the skills test taken by people who completed Technical Intern Training No. 2. |