TOPIK 1: Self-study guide from scratch with Ritika Dixit

Whenever people ask me how to prepare for TOPIK I, the biggest issue is usually not the language itself- it’s not having a clear, structured plan. Many learners jump between random videos, apps, and word lists without knowing what order to follow or how to actually become exam ready.

I made this free guide to give you a simple, step-by-step path to self-study for TOPIK I from scratch.

📌 What’s Inside:

• The Beginner Starting Line: The exact order to learn Hangeul, sound changes (Batchim), and sentence order without leaning on romanization.

1. Daily Study Framework: A simple way to combine daily vocabulary and grammar into real sentences so you don't study them in isolation.
2. Free Practice Resources: Curated links to free podcasts, webtoons, and short stories to build your reading flow and listening speed naturally.
3. The 2-Round Past Paper Method: A simple strategy to practice official past papers (once timed, once untimed) to spot your weak points and boost test-day speed.
4. Exam-Day Checklist: Everything you need to pack and know about center rules, IDs, and correction tape so there are no surprises.

🎯 What You Will Gain:

• Clear Direction: You sit down knowing exactly what to do next without second-guessing your routine.

1. Exam Readiness: You build the pacing, listening stamina, and trap-spotting instincts needed to clear Level 1 and Level 2.
2. A Reusable System: A flexible structure you can follow whether you use my booklets or entirely free resources online.

(Note: This is a 100% free digital PDF guide you can download and read on any device.)