TOPIK I Mock Test

TOPIK I is your foundation. Level 1 (≥80) means you can handle basic survival Korean. Level 2 (≥140) opens EPS-TOPIK eligibility, King Sejong Institute scholarships, and gives you proof of an A2-equivalent base before you push for TOPIK II.

Practise the full TOPIK I online. Our mock tests replicate the exact structure, timing, and question types of the official exam — Listening (듣기) and Reading (읽기), 100 minutes total. Know exactly where you stand before you book your official TOPIK slot at KCC India.

100 min total 2 skills tested No writing section

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TOPIK I exam format — two skills, 100 minutes

듣기 (Listening)

40 min · 30 questions

Short dialogues, public announcements, and simple instructions. Questions test global understanding, speaker intent, and detail extraction. Audio plays twice.

읽기 (Reading)

60 min · 40 questions

Signs, short messages, advertisements, schedules, and brief informational texts. Tests vocabulary, sentence-level grammar, and reading comprehension.

TOPIK I Scoring — Level 1 vs Level 2

Section	Max points	Items
듣기 (Listening)	100	30
읽기 (Reading)	100	40
Total	200	70

Level 1 (1급)

≥ 80 / 200 total marks

Level 2 (2급)

≥ 140 / 200 total marks

Unlike TOPIK II, there is no separate writing section. Your total raw marks decide your level — no per-skill minimums.

What you'll master with our TOPIK I mock tests

Full TOPIK I structure: section order, timing, and scoring weights

Recognising the 200 most common Korean particles (은/는, 이/가, 을/를, 에, 에서)

Decoding Hangul (한글) at exam-required reading speed

Listening to natural-pace Korean conversations between two speakers

Reading strategies for short ads, public notices, and simple emails

Core vocabulary for shopping, family, food, weather, daily routines

Common Level-1 and Level-2 grammar patterns: -아/어요, -습니다/ㅂ니다, -고 싶다

How to convert raw marks into Level 1 (80+) or Level 2 (140+) on test day

Who needs TOPIK I?

EPS-TOPIK industrial workers

Workers entering Korea under the Employment Permit System (EPS) must pass the EPS-TOPIK test — a separate exam, but TOPIK I prep is the perfect foundation.

First-time Korean learners

Anyone completing a King Sejong Institute beginner course or a Korean major foundation year — TOPIK I confirms you have a functional A1/A2 base.

K-pop & K-drama enthusiasts

TOPIK I is a satisfying first goal for fans who have learned Hangul and want a recognised certificate before pushing toward TOPIK II fluency.

University foundation requirement

Some Indian Korean-studies programmes (JNU, Delhi University, EFLU) expect TOPIK I before entry into intermediate courses or exchange programmes.

Frequently asked — TOPIK I

Is TOPIK I the same as EPS-TOPIK?

No. They are two distinct exams. Regular TOPIK I is an academic/general beginner Korean proficiency test administered by NIIED. EPS-TOPIK is a separate entry exam run under the Employment Permit System programme for industrial workers heading to Korean factories. They have different formats, vocabulary scopes, and registration channels — but TOPIK I preparation is excellent foundation for EPS-TOPIK.

How long does it take to prepare for TOPIK I from zero?

Starting with Hangul, most learners reach TOPIK I Level 1 in 3–4 months of focused study (1 hour daily). Level 2 typically needs 6–9 months. Indian learners who already know basic Hangul from K-content can compress this further.

What is the TOPIK I exam fee in India?

TOPIK I fees in India are typically ₹4,000–₹4,500 per sitting at the Korean Cultural Centre India (KCC India). Fees are paid via the official registration portal — see our TOPIK Exam Fees in India guide for current rates.

Can I take TOPIK I from home in India?

No. TOPIK is an offline paper-based exam. You must travel to an authorised centre — KCC India (Delhi) is the main venue, with occasional sittings in Mumbai, Bangalore, and Chennai through King Sejong Institute partner venues.

Should I skip TOPIK I and go straight to TOPIK II?

If your target is GKS scholarship or a Korean university (which require Level 3+), you can skip TOPIK I and sit only TOPIK II. However, TOPIK I is a useful confidence-builder and proof-point for K-content learners, K-pop fans, and EPS-TOPIK preparation.

How long is a TOPIK I certificate valid?

TOPIK certificates are valid for 2 years from the result publication date. Plan your university or visa application within that window, or re-sit closer to your application date.

What is the pass mark for TOPIK I?

There is no single 'pass' mark. Score 80 or more (out of 200) and you receive Level 1. Score 140 or more and you receive Level 2. Below 80 means no level is awarded for that sitting.

Preparing for a higher level?

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