안녕하세요~!
As I prepare for the upcoming TOPIK exam, I want to share the process of how I registered for the exam. This guide will help those of you who are planning to take the TOPIK exam in the future. Let me share my experience and some important tips for a smooth registration.
Actually, I couldn’t register on the first day as I was working outside that day. Knowing that TOPIK registration operates on a first-come, first-served basis, I checked the registration site every day. Unfortunately, I didn’t have any luck until the last day, which was May 27th. On that day, I quickly registered when I saw openings! Pheww!
Let me show you some of the steps to register!
Steps to Register:
Before D-Day:
1. Visit the Official TOPIK Website
First, navigate to the official TOPIK website (http://www.topik.go.kr).
2. Create an Account
If you don’t already have an account, click on the “Sign Up” button and fill in your details. Make sure to use a valid email address, as you’ll need it for verification. Creating an account ahead of time is really gonna help you save time.
3. Fill Out Your Information
Once your account is created and verified, log in and fill out all necessary personal information. This includes your name, date of birth, nationality, and contact details. Having this information ready will save you valuable time on the registration day.
4. Prepare a Photo
Prepare a recent ID photo that meets the TOPIK requirements. The photo should be 3.5cm x 4.5cm, in jpg or jpeg format, and no larger than 200kb. The photo must have a white background and be taken within the last 6 months. This photo will appear on your test admission ticket and score certificate, so ensure it meets all specifications.
Before you upload the ID photo you prepared earlier, ensure your photo meets all the criteria.
Translations 👇
*Photo Specifications
1. Reference: The photo must adhere to the <Foreign Registration Photo Specifications> provided by the Ministry of Justice. Download and check the file for exact requirements. [Photo Specification Guide Download]
2. Size: The photo should be 3.5cm x 4.5cm, and the file size must be within 200kb in jpg or jpeg format.
3. Background and Date: The photo must have a white background and be taken within the last 6 months.
4. Usage: The photo will appear on your test admission ticket and score certificate.
5. Compliance: If the photo does not meet the specifications or if your face is judged to be different from the photo on the test day, you may face disadvantages such as being unable to take the exam or having your scores invalidated.
On D-Day
1. Log In Early
On the registration day, log in to the TOPIK website early. Registration operates on a first-come, first-served basis, so being prompt is essential. 10 minutes earlier is the best!
2. Go to the Registration Page
After logging in, choose if you are registering for TOPIK I or TOPIK II, you’ll see the test date and which round of exam you'll be taking.
Once you're in there, you'll this page.
This page is where you choose your exam centres where you take your test. You can choose anywhere you prefer, but please, do some research beforehand so you won't waste any seconds. Cause you know, you have to be faster than others!
In my case, you can see all the exam centres were already filled up when I logged on. 마감 means they are closed due to unavailability. I tried everyday until the last day and I got this page!
잔여 means remaining / balance. And that means, there are seat for you! SOOO! Keep trying till the last day, they always have extra seats at the end (Keep logging on and check!).
3. Proceed to Payment
Proceed to the payment section. The registration fee can be paid via credit card or Korean bank transfer. If you can't pay immediately, you can opt for the 무통장입금 (bank transfer without an account) option and go to the nearest ATM in Korea, and do the deposit! Or if you are currently overseas, ask someone who is in Korea to pay for you.
**You can also ask me for help, but with a service charge!
👇 If you choose 무통장입금 (Bank Transfer Without an Account):
At the [Payment] stage, select virtual account (가상계좌), verify the account information to receive a refund, and click 'Pay'.
You can check the issued virtual account number by clicking the 'Check Virtual Account' button in [My Page] > [Registration Status] > Payment Status.
You can find the virtual account number through the selected method (SMS or email).
Please note that: Overseas remittance is not possible.
4. Confirmation
Once the payment is completed, you’ll receive a confirmation email. Keep this email safe, as it contains important details about your test.
Tips for a Smooth Registration:
Make sure to fill out all your information on your account before the registration day to save time.
This guide is for registering in Korea only. If you are registering from outside Korea, please refer to the specific guidelines for your region.
Registering for the TOPIK exam can be a bit stressful due to the first-come, first-served system, but with preparation and timely action, it’s manageable. I hope this guide helps you in your registration process.
Stay tuned for my weekly updates on how I prepare for the exam. If you have any questions, feel free to leave a comment below!
Happy studying, and best of luck with your TOPIK exam preparation!
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