EIKEN Grade 2 (English, B1) — Free Online Mock Test

EIKEN Grade 2 (English, B1) · listening, reading, writing & speaking. Proficiency certification in English. · Official language: English.

Intermediate Japan Language Proficiency 50 questions 90 min 50 distinct variants
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EIKEN Grade 2 exam at a glance

50
Questions
90
Minutes total
1
Section
50
Variants

EIKEN Grade 2 key facts & eligibility

EIKEN Grade 2 at a glance — verified exam facts
Conducting bodyEiken Foundation of Japan
Official websiteeiken.or.jp ↗
ModeEIKEN Grade 2 — a level of Japan’s EIKEN Test in Practical English Proficiency aimed at high-school graduates. It corresponds to CEFR B1 and is widely used to support university admissions in Japan.
FrequencyHeld three times a year at test sites across Japan.
Scoring & markingIt has two stages. The first stage covers Reading, Writing (an English summary and a composition/essay) and Listening; candidates who pass advance to a second-stage speaking interview of about 7 minutes. Results are reported on the EIKEN CSE score scale (0–4,000, up to 1,000 per skill), and the certified minimum CSE score for Grade 2 is 1,980.
Score validityThe certification does not expire.
LanguageEnglish (administered in Japan).

Who is eligible for EIKEN Grade 2?

Open to anyone; there are no age or educational prerequisites.

Last verified July 2026 against EIKEN — Grade 2. Always confirm current details on the official website before you register.

EIKEN Grade 2 section breakdown

The EIKEN Grade 2 mock test on Wrexa Edge replicates the real exam's section structure — same names, same question count per section, same time limits. No inter-section breaks — the timer runs continuously.

EIKEN Grade 2 scoring & marking scheme

+1
Per correct answer
0
Per wrong answer
0
Per blank / skipped
100–1000
Scaled score range

Strategy: EIKEN Grade 2 has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.

Scale: EIKEN Grade 2 (pass 700/1000).

How EIKEN Grade 2 is conducted

EIKEN Grade 2 time strategy

With 50 questions in 90 minutes, you have about 108 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:

Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.

EIKEN Grade 2 topics covered

Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of EIKEN Grade 2, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):

EIKEN Grade 2 (50 Q)

EIKEN Grade 2 difficulty calibration

Intermediate tier. Intermediate-level: assumes a working command of the syllabus. Most candidates need 2-4 months of focused prep.

EIKEN Grade 2 (English, B1) · listening, reading, writing & speaking. Proficiency certification in English. · Official language: English.

Verified content — Wrexa Edge's EIKEN Grade 2 bank has been deeply curated with real exam-aligned content (estimated 100% syllabus coverage).

How Wrexa Edge prepares you for EIKEN Grade 2

Expert take: what EIKEN Grade 2 really tests

EIKEN Grade 2, from the Eiken Foundation of Japan, is aimed at high-school graduates and mapped to CEFR B1, and it is widely used to support Japanese university admissions. Its first stage covers Reading, Writing (an English summary and an essay) and Listening; passing leads to a second-stage speaking interview of about 7 minutes. Results use the EIKEN CSE score scale (0–4,000), and the certification does not expire.

Preparation tips

  • Practise summary and essay writing to length.
  • Build vocabulary for social and academic topics.
  • Rehearse the ~7-minute interview with illustration narration.

⚠️ Common mistakes to avoid

  • Neglecting the essay — it is a scored writing task.
  • Under-practising the speaking interview.

EIKEN Grade 2 study plan

A phase-by-phase roadmap from your first concept to test-ready. Stretch or compress each phase to fit the time you have before your attempt.

1 First-stage skills Weeks 1-5
  • Reading passages
  • English summary and essay
  • Listening
2 Writing practice Weeks 6-8
  • Essay structure
  • Summary writing
  • CEFR B1
3 Interview prep Weeks 9-10
  • Illustration narration
  • Q&A exchanges
  • Rehearse the ~7-min interview

Where EIKEN Grade 2 can take you

A strong EIKEN Grade 2 result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:

Best books & official prep for EIKEN Grade 2

Official practice: Practise the first-stage reading, summary and essay writing and listening with official past papers, and rehearse the second-stage speaking interview.

Previous-year papers: The Eiken Foundation publishes past questions for each grade.

Frequently asked questions

What is the EIKEN Grade 2 exam pattern?
EIKEN Grade 2 (English, B1) contains 50 questions across 1 section: EIKEN Grade 2 (50 Q). Total duration is 90 minutes (about 108 seconds per question).
Does EIKEN Grade 2 have negative marking?
No — EIKEN Grade 2 has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, so attempt every question.
How is EIKEN Grade 2 scored?
Scaled score range: 100 to 1000. EIKEN Grade 2 (pass 700/1000).
How can I practise EIKEN Grade 2 online for free?
Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free full-length EIKEN Grade 2 mock tests — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 40 more with Pro. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.
What is the difficulty level of EIKEN Grade 2?
EIKEN Grade 2 is rated Intermediate difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Intermediate-level: assumes a working command of the syllabus. Most candidates need 2-4 months of focused prep. EIKEN Grade 2 (English, B1) · listening, reading, writing & speaking. Proficiency certification in English. · Official language: English.
How long is the EIKEN Grade 2 exam?
EIKEN Grade 2 runs for 90 minutes total. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including no inter-section breaks.
What topics are covered in EIKEN Grade 2?
EIKEN Grade 2 is split into: EIKEN Grade 2 (50 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. EIKEN Grade 2 (English, B1) · listening, reading, writing & speaking. Proficiency certification in English. · Official language: English.
What tools or aids are allowed during EIKEN Grade 2?
No special tools are required. Note: real exam is proctored — Wrexa Edge mirrors this with a webcam-based proctoring flow you can enable.
Is the EIKEN Grade 2 test adaptive?
No — EIKEN Grade 2 is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
How many EIKEN Grade 2 mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct EIKEN Grade 2 variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 10 free for everyone and 40 more with Pro. That's 2500 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
Is there a free EIKEN Grade 2 test series 2026?
Yes. The Wrexa Edge EIKEN Grade 2 test series for 2026 gives you 10 free full-length mock tests (50 in total) plus subject-wise and topic-wise tests — instant scoring and detailed analysis, no card required.
Are EIKEN Grade 2 previous year question–style papers included?
Every EIKEN Grade 2 mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 50-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
Which is the best free EIKEN Grade 2 mock test online?
Wrexa Edge's EIKEN Grade 2 mock test replicates the real exam interface, timing and marking scheme, with instant score, section-wise analysis and 50 fresh variants — a strong free choice for 2026 preparation.
Can I take the EIKEN Grade 2 mock test on mobile?
Yes. EIKEN Grade 2 mock tests run in any browser on mobile, tablet or desktop — no app or download needed. Start on your phone and your progress and analytics sync when you sign in.
What is the EIKEN Grade 2 syllabus?
The EIKEN Grade 2 syllabus maps to its 1 section: EIKEN Grade 2 (50 Q). Wrexa Edge's mock tests cover the complete syllabus topic by topic — see the topics-covered breakdown above — so you practise every area at real exam difficulty.
What is the eligibility for EIKEN Grade 2?
Eligibility for EIKEN Grade 2 — age, qualification and number of attempts — is set by the official conducting body and can change each cycle, so always confirm the current official notification before applying. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic EIKEN Grade 2 practice: 10 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
When is the EIKEN Grade 2 exam and how should I prepare?
Official EIKEN Grade 2 exam dates are announced by the conducting body for each cycle — check the latest notification for the current schedule. To be ready, follow a phased study plan and take full-length timed mocks; Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free EIKEN Grade 2 mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.

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