Test of English Proficiency by Seoul National University

About TEPS Test Structure and Item Types The TEPS Scoring Procedure Score Report

For more accurate evaluation, TEPS uses a scoring system based on item response theory (IRT). The TEPS Center analyzes test items and yields scores based on a standardized procedure. Also, through quality control, multiple verification steps, and test equating, the TEPS Center ensures that the same score on any TEPS form represents the same level of English proficiency.

TEPS Level System

TEPS divides test takers into 10 levels based on their total test scores.
TEPS is certified by the Ministry of Education, and those who achieve a certain score on the exam are eligible to receive a national certificate. Test takers whose scores are 327 or higher (from test No.248) qualify to receive a certificate (level 2 to level 1+), which qualifies as a valid national certificate according to Article 23 of the Framework Act on Qualifications.

Level	Score	Level Description
1+	526~600	Native Level of English Proficiency A score at this level typically indicates the highest level of English proficiency for a non-native speaker, close to that of an educated native speaker. A test taker at this level is able to perform technical tasks required in a specialized field.
1	453~525	Near-Native Level of English Proficiency A test taker at this level is able to perform technical tasks required in a specialized field after short-term intensive training.
2+	387~452	Advanced Level of English Proficiency A test taker at this level is able to perform general tasks in English after short-term intensive training.
2	327~386	High Intermediate Level of English Proficiency A test taker at this level is able to perform general tasks in English after mid- to long-term intensive training.
3+	268~326	Mid Intermediate Level of English Proficiency A test taker at this level is able to perform some general tasks in English after mid- to long-term intensive training.
3	212~267	Low Intermediate Level of English Proficiency A test taker at this level is able to perform some general tasks in English after mid- to long-term intensive training.
4+	163~211	Novice Level of English Proficiency A test taker at this level is able to perform limited tasks in English after long-term intensive training.
4	111~162
5+	55~110	Near-Zero Level of English Proficiency A test taker at this level has very limited proficiency in English.
5	0~54