TOPIK Test of Proficiency in Korean
Verified · notesVerified Jun 19, 2026
TOPIK is a Korean language proficiency test for which you should check the exam schedule, registration, test-taking information, score results, and score validity period on the official website.
Direct answer
TOPIK is a Korean language proficiency test for which you should check the exam schedule, registration, test-taking information, score results, and score validity period on the official website.
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Last verified: Jun 19, 2026
This guide is verified but has caveats — read the notes and check the sources below.
Task
Education
Visa
All visas
Program
General
Region
Nationwide
What to check
- On the official TOPIK website, check the exam schedule, registration period, test centers, application fee, ID requirements, and photo specifications.
- TOPIK I and TOPIK II, the grade/score criteria, and the score validity period follow the official guidelines.
- The required level and recognized validity period for university admission, scholarships, employment, and residency status applications may differ for each receiving institution.
- Overseas exams may differ by country in the number of times they are held, registration offices, payment methods, and how score reports are issued.
- Check whether changes, cancellations, or refunds are possible after registration in the notice for that session and on the registration screen.
What K cannot answer
- "Can I still register for this exam?"
- "What TOPIK level do I need for my visa?"
- "Can I get into university with this score?"
The questions above require checking the latest announcements on the official TOPIK website and from the receiving institution.
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