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Remarkable Growth in TOEIC® Program for 2025

The International Institute for Business Communication (IIBC), based in Nakano, Tokyo, oversees the TOEIC program in Japan and has recently released data revealing that the number of candidates and organizations adopting the TOEIC® tests has reached unprecedented levels in 2025. This development reflects a growing interest in measuring English communication abilities among individuals and organizations across the country.

TOEIC Program Overview

The TOEIC program includes several tests, including the TOEIC® Listening & Reading Test and the TOEIC® Speaking & Writing Tests. As of 2025, approximately 2.16 million candidates registered for the program, alongside around 3,900 organizations, marking a notable increase from the previous year with roughly 60,000 additional candidates and 700 organizations participating.

Breaking Down the Numbers

Among the various tests, the total number of candidates for the TOEIC Listening & Reading Test reached 1.964 million, which is an increase of 29,000 compared to 2024. More notably, the TOEIC Speaking & Writing Tests experienced a substantial growth of 30%, with 51,000 candidates taking the test in 2025. The number of organizations participating in the TOEIC S&W test rose to approximately 460, setting new records since its launch back in 2007.

Average Scores Insights from DAA2026

In conjunction with these numbers, the IIBC also released the TOEIC Program DATA & ANALYSIS 2026 (DAA2026), detailing average scores for the 2025 tests. The average score for the TOEIC Listening & Reading Test was 616 for the public test and 492 for the institutional test (IP test). For the TOEIC Speaking & Writing Tests, average scores were reported as follows:

• - Speaking: 131.5 (public) and 110.1 (IP)
• - Writing: 141.0 (public) and 119.9 (IP)

These average scores have remained relatively stable over the past three years, indicating consistent performance within these assessments.

Analyzing TOEIC S&W Candidates

Examining the demographics of TOEIC S&W candidates reveals that 21.7% scored in the 800 range, while nearly 70% of candidates scored above 600. For instance, those scoring in the 600 range averaged 110.4 in speaking and 131.8 in writing. With regards to daily life and workplace applicability, those scores correlate to practical communication tasks, such as guiding visitors or drafting memos to supervisors.

Job Categories Leading the Charge

An analysis of participants in the TOEIC S&W by profession indicated that the education, technology, and sales sectors had the highest number of candidates for the public test. The technology sector led the numbers in both public and institutional tests.

Comments from IIBC

Takuyoshi Miyakawa, IIBC's Public Relations Officer, remarked that the data points toward an increasing demand for both TOEIC L&R and TOEIC S&W tests. In this era of advancing AI technology, the ability to communicate effectively based on intention, purpose, and clarity becomes increasingly significant. The TOEIC S&W effectively evaluates practical communication skills in various contexts, emphasizing the necessity to convey messages successfully.

Miyakawa stated, "With the prevalence of AI, understanding and conveying messages become ever more critical. We encourage individuals to leverage the TOEIC S&W to visualize their English proficiency in effective communication. We will continue to offer opportunities for learning and English language assessment through the TOEIC program moving forward."

Conclusion

As the TOEIC program continues to expand its reach globally, it serves as a vital tool for individuals and organizations alike to gauge and improve English skills necessary for thriving in a global environment. The insights drawn from DAA2026 indicate a trend towards greater participation and a commitment to enhancing communication proficiency among professionals across various industries.

For more details, visit the official report at TOEIC DAA2026.