K-POP Audition Opportunities in 2025

K-POP Audition Opportunities in 2025

As the K-POP industry continues to grow, major entertainment companies are hosting auditions worldwide to discover the next generation of stars. Here are some key auditions for 2025:

[1.] SM Entertainment: 2025 SM Global Audition

• Schedule and Locations:

  • Korea:

    • Seoul: January 11, February 2, 2025
    • Busan: January 4, 2025
    • Daegu: January 5, 2025
    • Daejeon, Jeonju: January 17, 2025
    • Gwangju, Wonju: January 18, 2025
    • China: Chongqing, Guangzhou, Beijing, Shanghai (January-February 2025)
    • Japan: Tokyo, Nagoya, Osaka, Fukuoka (March 2025)
    • North America: Los Angeles (USA), Toronto (Canada) (May 2025)

  • Eligibility:

  • Open to individuals born between 2005 and 2015

  • No restrictions on nationality or gender

  • Application Method:

  • Pre-registration available on the official website (global-audition.smtown.com) starting December 12, 2024

  • Additional Information:

  • Finalists will receive professional training and a contract opportunity with SM Entertainment

[2.] Starship Entertainment: 2025 New Kids on the Starship

• Schedule:

  • 1st Round (Online) July 8–24, 2024
  • 2nd Round (Offline): Selected applicants will be notified individually

• Eligibility:

  • Males born between 2003 and 2010
  • Open to all nationalities

• Application Method:

  • Submit a self-introduction video and a performance video in one or more categories (vocal, rap, dance, acting) via the online portal

• Additional Information:

  • Successful candidates will be given the fastest debut opportunity in Starship’s history

[3.] OnMusic: 2025 United Audition Program

• Schedule:

  • February 15, 2025: Internal OnMusic trainees
  • February 22, 2025: External and international applicants

• Application Method:

  • Visit the official OnMusic website (onandon.kr) for detailed information

[4.] IPIC Project: 2025 Global K-POP Audition

• Organizers:

  • ByU Entertainment and Shocking K-POP Center

• Details:

  • More information will be released via the official IPIC channels soon

Dream Big, Work Hard
For aspiring K-POP stars, these auditions provide a golden opportunity to step into the industry. Check the official websites of each company for the most accurate and updated details.

"Your journey to stardom starts here—dare to dream, and make it happen!"