Test of Proficiency in Korean (TOPIK)
Paper-Based Test (PBT) at Enderun Colleges Registration is now closed
Enderun Colleges is an officially designated TOPIK Paper-Based Test (PBT) Center in the Philippines, operating in coordination with the National Institute for International Education (NIIED) under the Korean Ministry of Education.
The Test of Proficiency in Korean (TOPIK) is the official, internationally recognized examination that measures Korean language proficiency among non-native speakers. Scores are widely used for:
- Admission to Korean universities and graduate programs
- Employment in Korean companies and institutions
- Visa, residency, and immigration requirements
- Personal and professional validation of Korean language proficiency
2026 TOPIK PBT Test Dates at Enderun Colleges
April 12, 2026
July 5, 2026
October 18, 2026
Enderun Colleges administers TOPIK PBT only.
*TOPIK IBT and TOPIK Speaking are not offered at this center.
Registration Period
(April 12 Test Date Only)
- February 2–8, 2026
- Registration will be handled directly by Enderun Colleges.
- System behavior:
- Auto-open: February 2, 2026
- Auto-close: February 8, 2026
- No late registration, no manual reopening without admin override
Test Venue
Enderun Colleges
BGC McKinley Hill, Taguig City, Philippines
Test Levels & Fees
TOPIK I
(Beginner)
PHP 1,500
TOPIK II
(Intermediate & Advanced)
PHP 2,000
TOPIK PBT Test Schedule
Date: April 12, 2026 (Sunday)
Changes to the officially prescribed test time are not permitted.
General Instructions
All examinees must arrive at the designated test venue no later than 8:00 AM for TOPIK I and 11:00 AM for TOPIK II.
Entry deadlines are strictly 30 minutes before the start of each session.
For country-specific variations, please refer to the TOPIK Overseas Operations Manual – Test Timetable.
Detailed Schedule
| Category | Session | Section(s) | Entry Deadline | Start | End | Duration (minutes) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOPIK I | Session 1 | Listening, Reading | 08:40 | 09:10 | 10:50 | 100 |
| TOPIK II | Session 1 | Listening, Writing | 11:50 | 12:20 | 14:10 | 110 |
| TOPIK II | Session 2 | Reading | 14:30 | 14:40 | 15:50 | 70 |
Evaluation Areas & Scoring
TOPIK I (Beginner)
- Sections: Listening (30 items), Reading (40 items)
- Total Score: 200 points
- Time Allotted: 100 minutes
- Level Determination:
- Level 1: 80 points or above
- Level 2: 140 points or above
TOPIK II (Intermediate & Advanced)
- Sections: Listening (50 items), Reading (50 items), Writing (4 tasks)
- Total Score: 300 points
- Time Allotted: 180 minutes
- Level Determination:
- Level 3: 120 points or above
- Level 4: 150 points or above
- Level 5: 190 points or above
- Level 6: 230 points or above
Score Validity
TOPIK scores are valid for two (2) years from the official score release date and are recognized globally by universities, employers, and government institutions.
Test Room Regulations
Prohibited Items
- All devices with electronic display screens (LCD, LED, etc.)
- Electronic dictionaries and electronic watches
- Rechargeable items such as e-cigarettes and power banks
- CASIO electronic watches, digital stopwatches, wireless earphones, and similar devices
Note: Any electronic or rechargeable device not explicitly listed above is also considered prohibited.
Mobile ID Usage
Mobile IDs are not accepted at our test center.
- Examinees must present a valid physical government-issued ID for entry.
- Digital copies, screenshots, or mobile ID apps are not permitted.
- This policy is stated explicitly to prevent confusion among applicants.
Photo Requirements for Identity Verification
During identity verification, proctors must carefully compare the applicant’s face with both the photo roster and the photo on the ID.
- The following types of photos are not permitted at the time of application:
- Selfies
- Re-photographed images of ID cards
- Celebrity photos
- Excessively edited or altered photos that hinder accurate verification