12th TOPIK IBT Registration Guide - March 2026 Exam (Korea)

The official registration schedule for the 12th TOPIK IBT (Internet Based Test) in Korea has been released. This computer-based exam will take place on March 21, 2026 (Saturday) at 41 test centers nationwide.

TOPIK IBT carries the same validity and uses the same grading system as the traditional paper-based test (PBT). The difference is in the format: you take the exam on a desktop computer provided at the test center.

Registration Overview

Registration PeriodJan 13 – 19, 2026

Registration Hours10:00 AM – 4:00 PM daily

Methodtopik.go.kr

Exam DateMar 21, 2026 (Sat)

Results ReleaseApr 10, 2026, 3:00 PM


Registration Period	January 13 (Tue) – January 19 (Mon), 2026
Registration Hours	10:00 AM – 4:00 PM daily
Method	Online only via topik.go.kr
Exam Date	March 21, 2026 (Saturday)
Results Release	April 10, 2026 at 3:00 PM

Registration through the TOPIK website is available only for candidates taking the exam within Korea. You can submit your application only during the designated hours (10:00–16:00) each day of the registration period.

Exam Schedule and Format

TOPIK IBT I

Entry Window8:30 – 8:50

Exam Time9:30 – 10:40

Duration70 min

Sections

Listening (30 min)26 Q

Reading (40 min)26 Q

TOPIK IBT II

Entry Window12:00 – 12:20

Exam Time13:00 – 15:05

Duration125 min

Sections

Listening (35 min)30 Q

Reading (40 min)30 Q

Writing (50 min)3 Q

Exam	TOPIK IBT I
Section	Listening (30 min)
Questions	26
Entry Window	8:30 – 8:50
Exam Time	9:30 – 10:40
Duration	70 min

Exam	Reading (40 min)
Section	26
Questions
Entry Window
Exam Time
Duration

Exam	TOPIK IBT II
Section	Listening (35 min)
Questions	30
Entry Window	12:00 – 12:20
Exam Time	13:00 – 15:05
Duration	125 min

Exam	Reading (40 min)
Section	30
Questions
Entry Window
Exam Time
Duration

Exam	Writing (50 min)
Section	3
Questions
Entry Window
Exam Time
Duration

Exam	Section	Questions	Entry Window	Exam Time	Duration
TOPIK IBT I	Listening (30 min)	26	8:30 – 8:50	9:30 – 10:40	70 min
TOPIK IBT I	Reading (40 min)	26	8:30 – 8:50	9:30 – 10:40	70 min
TOPIK IBT II	Listening (35 min)	30	12:00 – 12:20	13:00 – 15:05	125 min
	Reading (40 min)	30
	Writing (50 min)	3

Exam Day Rules

Entry closes at the times listed above. Late arrivals cannot enter the exam room.
There is no break during the exam for either TOPIK I or TOPIK II.
Leaving early is not permitted. If you leave mid-exam, you wait in a separate area until the test ends, and your score will not be issued.
If you need to leave temporarily due to illness, a supervisor will need to verify your departure and re-entry.
After the exam ends, wait for the supervisor's instructions before leaving.

Grading Scale

TOPIK IBT I

400 points

Level 1121 – 235

Level 2236 – 400

TOPIK IBT II

600 points

Level 3191 – 290

Level 4291 – 360

Level 5361 – 430

Level 6431 – 600

Exam	TOPIK IBT I
Level	Level 1
Score Range	121 – 235
Total Points	400

Exam	Level 2
Level	236 – 400
Score Range
Total Points

Exam	TOPIK IBT II
Level	Level 3
Score Range	191 – 290
Total Points	600

Exam	Level 4
Level	291 – 360
Score Range
Total Points

Exam	Level 5
Level	361 – 430
Score Range
Total Points

Exam	Level 6
Level	431 – 600
Score Range
Total Points

Exam	Level	Score Range	Total Points
TOPIK IBT I	Level 1	121 – 235	400
TOPIK IBT I	Level 2	236 – 400	400
TOPIK IBT II	Level 3	191 – 290	600
	Level 4	291 – 360
	Level 5	361 – 430
	Level 6	431 – 600

Test Centers

The 12th TOPIK IBT will be held at 41 universities across Korea. You can register for one test center only with a single TOPIK ID, though you may take both TOPIK I and TOPIK II at the same location.

Region	Seoul
TOPIK I Centers	Induk Univ., Kwangwoon Univ., Sungshin Women's Univ.
TOPIK II Centers	Seokyeong Univ., Induk Univ., Kwangwoon Univ., Sungshin Women's Univ.

Region	Busan
TOPIK I Centers	Busan Univ. of Foreign Studies, Kyungnam College of Information & Technology
TOPIK II Centers	Busan Univ. of Foreign Studies, Kyungnam College of Information & Technology

Region	Daegu
TOPIK I Centers	Keimyung Univ., Yeungnam Univ. College
TOPIK II Centers	Keimyung Univ., Yeungnam Univ. College, Kyungpook National Univ.

Region	Incheon
TOPIK I Centers	Inha Univ., Inha Technical College, Jaeneung Univ.
TOPIK II Centers	Inha Univ., Inha Technical College, Jaeneung Univ.

Region	Gwangju
TOPIK I Centers	Gwangju Univ.
TOPIK II Centers	Gwangju Univ.

Region	Daejeon
TOPIK I Centers	Woosong College, Daeduk College, Daejeon S&T Univ.
TOPIK II Centers	Woosong College, Daeduk College, Daejeon S&T Univ.

Region	Gyeonggi-do
TOPIK I Centers	International Univ., Bucheon Univ., Suwon Univ., Seojeong Univ., Ansan Univ., Gyeonggi S&T Univ., Korea Polytechnic Univ.
TOPIK II Centers	International Univ., Bucheon Univ., Suwon Univ., Seojeong Univ., Ansan Univ., Gyeonggi S&T Univ., Korea Polytechnic Univ.

Region	Gangwon-do
TOPIK I Centers	Yonsei Univ. (Mirae Campus), Halla Univ.
TOPIK II Centers	Yonsei Univ. (Mirae Campus), Halla Univ.

Region	Chungcheongbuk-do
TOPIK I Centers	Chungbuk Health & Science Univ., Chungcheong Univ.
TOPIK II Centers	Konkuk Univ. (Glocal Campus), Chungbuk Health & Science Univ., Chungcheong Univ.

Region	Chungcheongnam-do
TOPIK I Centers	Sunmoon Univ.
TOPIK II Centers	Namseoul Univ., Sunmoon Univ.

Region	Jeonbuk
TOPIK I Centers	Jeonbuk National Univ., Kunjang Univ.
TOPIK II Centers	Jeonbuk National Univ., Kunjang Univ.

Region	Jeollanam-do
TOPIK I Centers	Sehan Univ., Chodang Univ.
TOPIK II Centers	Sehan Univ., Chodang Univ.

Region	Gyeongsangbuk-do
TOPIK I Centers	Dongguk Univ. WISE Campus
TOPIK II Centers	Daegu Catholic Univ., Dongguk Univ. WISE Campus

Region	Gyeongsangnam-do
TOPIK I Centers	Changwon National Univ., Koje College, Gimhae College
TOPIK II Centers	Changwon National Univ., Koje College, Gimhae College

Region	Jeju
TOPIK I Centers	Jeju Tourism College
TOPIK II Centers	Jeju National Univ., Jeju Tourism College

If a test center receives 15 or fewer total applicants (TOPIK I and II combined), that center may be cancelled and all fees fully refunded. On the fifth day of registration, a separate announcement will list any centers at risk of cancellation.

Fees and Payment

Exam	Fee
TOPIK IBT I	₩70,000
TOPIK IBT II	₩95,000

Payment Deadlines

Credit card: Same day as registration, by 4:00 PM
Virtual account (bank transfer): Same day as registration, by 11:59 PM

Payment from overseas bank accounts or with cards issued outside Korea is not accepted. If you're registering from abroad to take the test in Korea, arrange a Korean payment method in advance.

Refund Policy

Refund Period	Jan 13, 10:00 – Jan 19, 9:59
Refund Rate	100%
TOPIK I	₩70,000
TOPIK II	₩95,000

Refund Period	Jan 19, 10:00 – Jan 26, 23:59
Refund Rate	50%
TOPIK I	₩35,000
TOPIK II	₩47,500

Refund Period	Jan 27, 00:00 – Mar 20, 13:00
Refund Rate	40%
TOPIK I	₩28,000
TOPIK II	₩38,000

Refund Period	Refund Rate	TOPIK I	TOPIK II
Jan 13, 10:00 – Jan 19, 9:59	100%	₩70,000	₩95,000
Jan 19, 10:00 – Jan 26, 23:59	50%	₩35,000	₩47,500
Jan 27, 00:00 – Mar 20, 13:00	40%	₩28,000	₩38,000

The website will be temporarily down for maintenance on January 19 from 8:30 to 10:00 AM. Plan your refund requests around this window. Refunds are processed within one business day.

How to Register

Create or update your account at topik.go.kr before registration opens. Go to My Page → Edit Member Information to confirm your details are correct.
Register during the application window (January 13–19, 10:00–16:00 daily). Select your test center and exam level.
Complete payment by the deadline (credit card by 4:00 PM, virtual account by 11:59 PM on the same day).
Print your admission ticket starting March 9 via the TOPIK website.

Registration Requirements

Bring a valid ID on exam day. Accepted IDs include passport and Alien Registration Card.
The name on your registration and ID must match exactly. Verify your English name spelling before submitting.
You can only take the exam at the test center you registered for.

Correcting Your Information

If you need to change your registered information (name, date of birth, photo) after the registration period closes, submit a correction request between January 19, 18:00 and March 16, 18:00.

To request a correction:

Log in to topik.go.kr → Application Status → Request Information Correction
Email the correction request form and a copy of your ID (passport or ARC) to itopik@korea.kr

Changes made through "Edit Member Information" after registration closes will not update your application. Use the formal correction request process instead.

The scope of allowed corrections is limited, and requests are processed after the March 16 deadline in order of submission.

Disability Accommodations

If you have a disability under Korea's Disability Welfare Act or a physical condition that makes standard exam-taking difficult, you can apply for testing accommodations.

Submit your request within 5 business days after the registration deadline. Include the accommodation request form and supporting documentation, either by mail or in person to:

Digital TOPIK Team, Korean Language Testing Center National Institute for International Education 191 Jeongja-illo, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do

The center will review your documentation and notify you of available accommodations.

Key Dates Summary

Event	Date
Registration opens	January 13, 2026, 10:00 AM
Registration closes	January 19, 2026, 4:00 PM
100% refund deadline	January 19, 2026, 9:59 AM
50% refund deadline	January 26, 2026, 11:59 PM
Information correction deadline	March 16, 2026, 6:00 PM
Admission ticket available	March 9, 2026
40% refund deadline	March 20, 2026, 1:00 PM
Exam date	March 21, 2026 (Saturday)
Results released	April 10, 2026, 3:00 PM

Website: topik.go.kr

12th TOPIK IBT Registration Guide - March 2026 Exam (Korea)

Registration Overview

Exam Schedule and Format

TOPIK IBT I

TOPIK IBT II

Exam Day Rules

Grading Scale

TOPIK IBT I

TOPIK IBT II

Test Centers

Fees and Payment

Payment Deadlines

Refund Policy

How to Register

Registration Requirements

Correcting Your Information

Disability Accommodations

Key Dates Summary

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