TOPIK 2025: Complete Guide to the Korean Proficiency Test (Dates, Fee, and Registration)
Are you planning to take the TOPIK 2025 exam? Whether you're applying for a Korean university, a job, or simply want to measure your Korean skills, the Test of Proficiency in Korean (TOPIK) is the official exam recognized by the Korean government. In this post, you’ll find everything you need to know about the 2025 TOPIK exam including dates, levels, how to register, and tips for beginners.
2025 TOPIK Exam Dates - PBT (Paper-Based Test) / iBT (Internet-Based Test)
The official 2025 TOPIK schedule has been released. For test takers outside of Korea, registration dates may differ from those listed above. Please check with your local test center or Korean embassy for the exact schedule. Test results will be released at 3:00 PM (Korean time) on the official TOPIK website (http://www.topik.go.kr) on the designated score announcement date.
| Type | Exam Round | Registration Period (Korea) |
Test Date (Korea) |
Test Date (America, Europe, Africa, Oceania) |
Test Date (Asia) |
Results Release Date |
| PBT | 101th | 2025.05.13 (TUE) ~ 2025.05.19 (MON) |
07.13 (SUN) | 07.12 (SAT) | 07.13 (SUN) | 08.21 (THU) 15:00 |
| IBT | 8th | 2025.07.15 (TUE) ~ 2025.07.21 (MON) |
09.13 (SAT) | - | 09.13 (SAT) | 10.02 (THU) 15:00 |
| PBT | 102nd | 2025.08.05 (TUE) ~ 2025.08.11 (MON) |
10.19 (SUN) | 10.18 (SAT) | 10.19 (SUN) | 12.11 (THU) 15:00 |
| IBT | 9th | 2025.08.26 (TUE) ~ 2025.09.01 (MON) |
10.25 (SAT) | - | 10.25 (SAT) | 11.14 (FRI) 15:00 |
| PBT | 103rd | 2025.09.02 (TUE) ~ 2025.09.08 (MON) |
11.16 (SUN) | - | 11.16 (SUN) | 12.23 (TUE) 15:00 |
| IBT | 10th | 2025.09.23 (TUE) ~ 2025.09.29 (MON) |
11.29 (SAT) | - | 11.29 (SAT) | 12.19 (FRI) 15:00 |
TOPIK Test Fees (Korea)
| Test Type | PBT (Paper-Based Test) | IBT (Internet-Based Test) |
| TOPIK I (Level 1–2) | 40,000 KRW | 70,000 KRW |
| TOPIK II (Level 3–6) | 55,000 KRW | 95,000 KRW |
The TOPIK 2025 exam is a great opportunity to prove your Korean skills and open doors to study or work in Korea. Stay updated with the official dates, register early, and start preparing step by step. Even if you’re a beginner, with consistent practice, you can reach your goal.
Good luck with your TOPIK journey!
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