Can I get a Japan student visa without IELTS?

IELTS is not the only pathway. Many universities in Japan accept PTE, TOEFL iBT, Cambridge, or institutional tests. Visa offices still expect credible English proficiency and consistent documentation — waivers vary by institution and intake.

What replaces IELTS for Indian students targeting Japan?

Common alternatives include PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT Home Edition where accepted, Duolingo (only where the institution explicitly lists it), and pathway/pre-sessional English. Always confirm the visa subclass rules for your passport at the time of application.

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Study in Japan without IELTS: compare PTE, TOEFL, Duolingo, university waiver rules, pathway English and visa evidence for Indian students.

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This page summarizes the essentials for Indian students at the without ielts intent. NexStudy currently lists 51+ universities for Japan so you can compare fees, cohort cities, scholarships, and visas in one funnel.

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