OFFICIAL NOTICE OF REVISIONS
Subject: Changes to EPS-TOPIK and Skills Test Evaluation System
This document outlines the revisions to the EPS-TOPIK examination and Skills Test evaluation system.
1. EPS-TOPIK – Minimum Passing Score Revision
🔹 Increase in Minimum Passing Scores:
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Manufacturing Sector:
55 Points ➝ 60 Points -
All Other Sectors:
40 Points ➝ 45 Points
2. Skills Test – Major Revisions
A. Changes to Score Distribution
| Component | Current | Revised |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Skills | 40 Points | 20 Points (Industry-Specific) |
| Interview | 30 Points | 50 Points |
Only items subject to scoring changes are presented. Other components remain unchanged.
B. Basic Skills Adjustment
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Common test items: Temporarily suspended
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Specialized category: One industry-specific task introduced
C. Physical Fitness Test (No Major Structural Change)
Common Category Includes:
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Grip Strength
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Back Strength
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Height
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Weight
Specialized Category:
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Burpee Test (Single Task)
3. Changes to Interview Evaluation
🔹 Total Interview Score
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Current: 30 Points
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Revised: 50 Points
🔹 Detailed Evaluation Changes
| Item | Current | Revised |
|---|---|---|
| Self-Introduction | 3 Points | 2 Points |
| Tools | 3 Tools (3 Points) | 5 Tools (5 Points) |
| Work Instructions | 3 (6 Points) | 5 (15 Points) |
| Safety Questions | Not Applicable | 2 In-Depth Questions (10 Points) |
🔑 Key Changes to Interview
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Strengthened industry- and difficulty-specific evaluation criteria for tools and work instructions
(Increased from 3 items to 5 items) -
Introduction of 2 in-depth industrial safety questions
4. EPS-TOPIK for Skilled Workers (Root Industries)
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Introduction of a new Foundry Occupation
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Concurrent implementation with the revised Skills Test
✅ Summary of Major Changes
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Increased EPS-TOPIK minimum passing scores
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Interview weight significantly increased (30 ➝ 50 points)
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Basic Skills reduced and made industry-specific
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Stronger focus on practical tools, work instructions, and safety knowledge
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Addition of Foundry occupation category
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