Indo-Korean Centre in Pune designated TOPIK test centre for Korean language

TOPIK, first introduced in 1997, is the South Korean government’s official language proficiency test assessing reading, writing, and listening skills. Its certification is widely required for admissions to South Korean universities, employment opportunities in South Korean companies, visa procedures, and academic advancement. The test is divided into two categories — TOPIK I (beginner, Levels 1–2) and TOPIK II (intermediate to advanced, Levels 3–6) — with results valid for two years.

Earlier this year, the Indo-Korean Centre in Pune hosted the 100th TOPIK test on May 11, and is now preparing for the 103rd edition scheduled on November 16, 2025. Each session will accommodate 200 candidates for both TOPIK I and II. Registration for the upcoming test opens on August 26 and closes on August 31, or until all seats are filled. Applications can be submitted online via the IKC website: https://justkiwa.in/index.php/topik/

Dr Eunjoo Lim, director of the Indo-Korean Centre, said, “TOPIK is more than a language test — it is a key mechanism for developing the human capital needed to drive Korea–India collaboration across education, industry, and culture.”