Provided is a test apparatus that tests a device under test including an optical coupler for transmitting optical signals in a surface direction and a first groove for holding an optical transmission path connected to the optical coupler. The test apparatus comprises a substrate on which the device under test is to be loaded; an optical transmission path to be connected to the optical coupler; and a pressing section that presses the optical transmission path from the substrate side toward the first groove. Also provided is a test method.