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Topik website back up after NIRS fire

The Topik website, which has been down following the fire at the National Information Resources Service's Daejeon headquarters, is back up again.

2025-10-31

Topik exam schedules announced for 2026

The Ministry of Education announced Topik exam schedules for 2026 on Thursday, with more countries administering internet-based tests (IBTs) due to the rising popularity of Korean.

2025-10-09

Hannam University students engage in intensive summer Korean language program to enhance speaking skills

Over 20 students at Hannam University are engaged in an intensive summer Korean language program, enhancing their skills in writing and speaking, with aspirations to attend Korean universities and integrate into local culture.

2025-07-21

Author of best-selling Topik book touts importance of 'experience' to pass language test

Although many Topik books are out on the market, one of the most popular picks is "TOPIK II Pass Recipe," first published in 2019.

2025-04-15

Education Ministry to expand Korean language education through support center

The Ministry of Education hopes to enhance Korean language learning abroad by opening a Korean language education support center and continuing to offer more TOPIK exams.

2024-11-25

Your guide to taking the TOPIK in 2025

With the final test of the year taking place next month, the 2025 TOPIK schedule is now out. Here's when the tests are taking place and how you can sign up.

2024-10-24

2025 TOPIK schedule announced with more internet-based exams, new global locations

The Ministry of Education announced the 2025 TOPIK schedule on Thursday, increasing the number of internet-based tests and expanding the test to seven additional countries.

2024-10-10

Academic misconduct on the rise as TOPIK test-takers hit new high

The number of TOPIK test-takers is on the rise, though this increased popularity has also led to a surge in academic misconduct cases.

2024-09-30

Startup to run 5 mock Topik tests at The Catholic University of Korea

The startup Maiden Voyage signed a memorandum of understanding with the university to offer mock tests to its students five times a year, according to the company on Thursday.

2024-02-15

Topik to be held more frequently in over 90 countries next year

The number of times the Test of Proficiency in Korean (Topik) is conducted abroad will double starting next year, the Ministry of Education said Wednesday.

2023-10-11