3rd KET Exam Guide
The 2026 3rd KET Exam will be held as follows.
1. Overview
The 『2026 3rd KET Exam』 evaluates and certifies Korean language proficiency.
2. Registration & Exam Schedule
- Registration period: Sep 22, 2026 (Tue) 12:00 AM – Sep 25, 2026 (Fri) 11:59 PM
- Exam date: Sep 26, 2026 (Sat) 12:00 AM – 11:59 PM
- Score release: Scheduled for September 27, 2026 (Sun)
- Score report & certificate: Available for download immediately after results
3. Eligibility
Anyone wishing to have their Korean language proficiency assessed may apply.
4. Exam Format
- Exam type: Choose from KET-1, KET-2, or KET-3
- Format: Online, remote proctored
- Assessment area: Comprehensive writing ability
5. Registration Fee & Payment (20% off this round)
- KET-1, KET-2:
₩30,000→ ₩24,000 (20% off) - KET-3:
₩40,000→ ₩32,000 (20% off) - Payment methods: Credit card, debit card, bank transfer, PayPal
6. Notes
- Please ensure a stable internet connection before the exam.
- Cheating will result in a score of 0 and may restrict future participation.
- You may enter the exam at any time during the exam window and must complete it within 2 hours of entry. However, if you enter late and the exam window closes (Sep 26, 11:59 PM) before your 2 hours are up, any unfinished attempt is automatically submitted at that time.
- Refunds are only available before the exam starts.
- Registration is only possible during the registration period — please check the dates carefully.
7. Contact
For further inquiries, please use the customer support page.
- Email: ket@ket.ai.kr
- Hours: Weekdays 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM