The Test of Proficiency in Korean (TOPIK) is a standardized test designed to assess the Korean language skills of non-native speakers. It is divided into two levels: TOPIK I (beginner) and TOPIK II (intermediate to advanced). The test evaluates Listening, Writing, and Reading skills based on different question formats.

TOPIK I Structure

TOPIK I consists of two sections: Listening and Reading. There is no writing section in this level.

Listening Section

• 30 questions | 40 minutes
• Question types:
  • Listen to the dialogue and choose the appropriate topic
  • Listen to the dialogue and choose what the speaker is going to say next
  • Listen to the dialogue and choose the appropriate picture

Reading Section

• 40 questions | 60 minutes
• Question types:
  • Read the sentences and choose the topic
  • Read the sentences and fill in the blank
  • Look at the pictures and choose the appropriate description
  • Read the passage and answer the questions

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TOPIK II Structure

TOPIK II includes three sections: Listening, Writing, and Reading.

Listening Section

• 50 questions | 60 minutes
• Question types:
  • Listen to the dialogue and choose the appropriate picture
  • Listen to the dialogue and choose the appropriate chart
  • Listen to the dialogue and choose what the speaker is going to say next
  • Listen to the dialogue and choose the appropriate topic
  • Listen to the talk and answer the questions

Writing Section

• 4 questions | 50 minutes
• Question types:
  • Read a passage and fill in the blanks
  • Describe a chart
  • Write an essay on given topics

Reading Section

• 50 questions | 70 minutes
• Question types:
  • Vocabulary-based questions
  • Look at the pictures/charts and choose the appropriate description
  • Rearrange the sentences in the correct order
  • Read the passages and choose the correct answer
  • Read the newspaper title and choose an explanation
  • Read the literary work and answer comprehension questions

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FAQs About the TOPIK Test Structure

1. How is the TOPIK I test structured?

TOPIK I consists of two sections: Listening and Reading. There is no writing section.

• Listening: 30 questions (40 minutes)
• Reading: 40 questions (60 minutes)
  The total test duration is 100 minutes, and the maximum score is 200 points.

2. How is the TOPIK score calculated?

TOPIK I and TOPIK II are scored differently:

• TOPIK I: The total score is 200 points. A score of 80 qualifies for Level 1, and 140 qualifies for Level 2.
• TOPIK II: The total score is 300 points, with scores determining Levels 3 to 6. The final level is based on the average score across Listening, Writing, and Reading.

3. How many levels are in the TOPIK exam?

The TOPIK exam has six levels, categorized under two test types:

• TOPIK I: Levels 1 and 2
• TOPIK II: Levels 3 to 6

4. How many questions are on the TOPIK exam?

• TOPIK I: 70 questions (30 Listening 40 Reading)
• TOPIK II: 104 questions (50 Listening 4 Writing 50 Reading)

The total number of questions varies depending on the test level.

Conclusion

Understanding the TOPIK test structure is essential for effective preparation. Whether you are a beginner aiming for TOPIK I or an advanced learner targeting TOPIK II, practicing with past papers and mock tests can help improve your score.

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