What is EPS TOPIK? EPS-TOPIK , i.e., Employment Permit System – Test of Proficiency in Korean, is a specialized Korean ability test. The KLA...
What is EPS TOPIK?
EPS-TOPIK, i.e., Employment Permit System – Test of Proficiency in Korean, is a specialized Korean ability test. The KLAT or TOPIK are general tests useful for various purposes. In contrast, this is a special test for a particular purpose, i.e., to get foreign workers for the Korean labor market.
Who conducts the EPS TOPIK?
The Human Resources Development Service of South Korea administers the test. The HRD Korea operates under South Korea’s Ministry of Employment and Labor. They also collaborate with different governments that help them organize the test.
Application Process
There are two ways to register for the test — offline and online. You can visit the approved place. Fill out the form, choose the dates and test center, and submit the registration fee. You can register online on the government website when dates are available. This is the simplest way.
Fill out the form with personal details and things related to this test. Attach the scanned copy of your passport and photo. Finally, complete the form and pay the cost.
Test Structure
This is a single-level exam. There are two sections:
Listening: 20 questions — 100 points, 25 minutes
Reading: 20 questions — 100 points, 25 minutes
The total number of questions is 40, and the duration is 50 minutes. There is no break between these two modules. Candidates can choose between two methods:
PBT (Paper-Based Test), and
CBT (Computer-Based Test)
All questions are MCQ (Multiple-Choice Questions), and you have to pick one correct answer out of 4 choices.
The Examination Curriculum
This tests your basic understanding of Korean society, business culture, and industry-specific information. You also need beginner communication skills in the Korean language to perform daily activities.
The reading segment has elementary vocabulary, grammar, comprehension, and practical day-to-day duties.
Test Dates
Exam | Registration Period | Test Dates | Result Dates | Locations |
86th | Dec 6, 2022 – Dec 12, 2022 | January 29, 2023 | February 23 | Korea |
87th | Feb 7, 2023 – Feb 13, 2023 | April 8-9, 2023 | May 25 | Korea/ Overseas |
88th | March 7, 2023 – March 13, 2023 | May 14, 2023 | June 22 | Korea |
89th | May 30, 2023 – June 6, 2023 | July 8-9, 2023 | August 17 | Korea/ Overseas |
90th | Aug 1, 2023 – Aug 8, 2023 | October 14-15, 2023 | November 30 | Korea/ Overseas |
91st | Sept 5, 2023 – Sept 11, 2023 | November 12, 2023 | December 14 | Korea |
The exam fee differs depending on the country, but it can range between $20 to $40.
References:
Gupta, V. (2023, January 1). Everything about EPS-TOPIK. Joy Of Korean.
https://joyofkorean.com/eps-topik/#eps-topik-2022-dates
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