This news reports on the opening of applications for the Korean language test under the Employment Permit System (EPS) for Nepalis seeking jobs in South Korea, along with details about the job quotas available in various sectors.
The Korean language test application has now opened for Nepalis wishing to work in South Korea under the Employment Permit System (EPS). The EPS Korea Branch, which is part of the Department of Foreign Employment under the Ministry of Youth, Labour, and Employment, has announced a total quota of 7,200 individuals for four different sectors.
Quota Details by Sector
According to a Memorandum of Understanding signed between Nepal and South Korea, HRD Korea has specified the demand for workers. A total of 5,000 workers are needed for the manufacturing sector, 2,000 for agriculture and animal husbandry, 100 for the service sector, and another 100 for the forest sector. This was stated by the EPS Korea Branch.
Application Process and Fees
Interested candidates can apply online from July 27 to August 2, 2026. The application fee are set at 28 US dollars.
Eligibility Criteria for Applicants
To be eligible to apply, candidates must be at least 18 years old and not older than 39. Furthermore, they must not been convicted by a court for any criminal offense, not have been deported from South Korea for illegal stay, not be prohibited by the Government of Nepal for travelling to other countries, and must not have resided in South Korea for five years or more on an E-9 or E-10 visa.
Examination Structure
The second phase of the examination will be conducted after the results of the first phase of the language test are published. The results for candidates who pass the final examination will remain valid for two years from the date of their publication.
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