I would like to take the TOPIK test. How can I apply?
Step-by-step guide for foreigners on how to register for the Test of Proficiency in Korean (TOPIK), including test schedules, registration instructions, levels, and payment options, as well as resources for preparing for the exam.
TOPIK (Test of Proficiency in Korean) is a standardized test designed for non-native speakers of Korean. It evaluates and certifies Korean language proficiency, allowing test-takers to use their results for various purposes, such as academic admissions, job applications, and immigration-related processes in Korea.
Test Schedule
- The TOPIK is held six times a year: January, April, May, July, October, and November.
- Test dates and registration details are available on the official TOPIK website.
Test Structure
- Test Levels:
- TOPIK I (Basic level): Covers Grades 1 and 2.
- TOPIK II (Intermediate to Advanced level): Covers Grades 3 to 6.
- TOPIK Validity Period:
- Valid for two years from the announcement of the test score.
How to Apply
- Access the TOPIK website and sign up or login (if you already made an account)
- Click Register for TOPIK (시험 접수) button on the top-left side.
- You can only register on registration period.
- Select Test and Level
- Choose TOPIK test period (ex. 9th TOPIK Test/한국어능력시험 제95회).
- Choose TOPIK level (ex. TOPIK II 접수).
- Enter your basic information
- Enter your English name based on ARC/Passport, Date of Birth, Gender.
- Click I agree checkbox ✅
- Then select To the next step (다음 단계로).
- Selec Test Site
- Choose your preferred City/Region (ex. 서울특별시/Seoul).
- Choose your preferred test site in that City/Region (ex. Konkuk University/건국대학교).
- If there is no remaining seats, it will be marked as finished.
- Check your selection and click To the next step (다음 단계로).
- Enter your detailed information and photo
- Click Upload Photo (사진등록) to upload your photo.
- You can verify in advance if your photo meets the required specifications here.
- Enter all of your information (Korean name, country of origin, mother language, occupation, email, phone number, address, how do you know about the test, why you take the test).
- Select payment method (Credit Card/신용카드 or Virtual Account Transfer/가상계좌).
- Click I agree to provide the information checkbox ✅
- Click Next (다음 단계로), then the payment window will appear.
- Make a payment.
- Check whether your transaction and registration were successful and correct.
※ You can also follow the instruction here to register for the test.
Study for TOPIK
- TOPIK website provides learning material that you can use to prepare your TOPIK exam below.
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