Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC) · bachelor's
Required: Mathematics + Professional Chinese (STEM or Humanities, by major)
Depends on the university: Physics and/or chemistry if the university requires them for the major
2Prepare· About CSCA
The CSCA test guide 2026–2027
来华留学本科入学学业水平测试
One academic test for international students who apply for a bachelor's degree in China. Here are the subjects, dates, fees and what each paper covers, then how to prepare, step by step.
- 5 subjects
- Online from home and test centres
- Results within 10 working days
- Scored out of 100 per subject
Facts from csca.cn · last checked 25-10-2026
What is the CSCA test?
A test organised by the China Scholarship Council (CSC), according to its official website csca.cn, that measures a student's language ability and academic foundation before a bachelor's degree in China. Universities use its result as a reference for admission and scholarships; each university decides which subjects and scores it requires for each major, so there is no single national pass mark.
Source: csca.cn: about the test
How it is taken
Mostly online from home, with computer test centres being added in some countries.
Questions
All multiple-choice; each subject scored out of 100.
Results
Released within 10 working days after the test ends.
Official fees
One subject RMB 450, two or more RMB 700, paid on csca.cn only.
The five subjects
Mathematics, physics and chemistry in Chinese or English, so you choose the paper language your university asks for. Professional Chinese is in Chinese only, in two kinds: STEM and Humanities.
| Subject | Paper language | Time | Questions | Programs on our site asking for it now | To prepare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics · 数学 | Chinese or English | 60 min | 48 questions | None right now | Mathematics course |
| Physics · 物理 | Chinese or English | 60 min | 48 questions | None right now | Physics course |
| Chemistry · 化学 | Chinese or English | 60 min | 48 questions | None right now | Chemistry course |
| Professional Chinese: STEM · 理科中文 | Chinese only | 90 min | 80 questions | By program | We offer no course in it |
| Professional Chinese: Humanities · 文科中文 | Chinese only | 90 min | 80 questions | By program | We offer no course in it |
Which subjects do you need?
According to the official guidance; each university and major then sets exactly what it requires. Send us your universities and we will tell you the subjects and the paper language.
Chinese-taught programs
Required: Mathematics + Professional Chinese
Depends on the university: Physics and/or chemistry depending on the program
Test dates November 2026 – June 2027
Each session takes two days. In the November 2026 session, day 1 is Professional Chinese then mathematics, and day 2 is physics then chemistry. The times of the other sessions are announced on csca.cn. Times are Beijing time (UTC+8); convert them to your time zone. Your admission ticket is the final word.
- 14–15 November 2026Registration closed (it ran 15–21 October 2026) · starts 14:00 Beijing timeNext session
- 19–20 December 2026Registration dates are announced on csca.cn · Time announced on csca.cnUpcoming
- 23–24 January 2027Registration dates are announced on csca.cn · Time announced on csca.cnUpcoming
- 13–14 March 2027Registration dates are announced on csca.cn · Time announced on csca.cnUpcoming
- 24–25 April 2027Registration dates are announced on csca.cn · Time announced on csca.cnUpcoming
- 26–27 June 2027Registration dates are announced on csca.cn · Time announced on csca.cnUpcoming
The November 2026 timetable
| Day 1 | Professional Chinese | 14:00–15:30 |
| Day 1 | Mathematics | 17:00–18:00 |
| Day 2 | Physics | 14:00–15:00 |
| Day 2 | Chemistry | 16:30–17:30 |
What does each paper cover?
Our summary of the official syllabus topics. The original syllabi are free on the official site.
Mathematics · 数学4 parts
- Sets and inequalities
Sets and their operations; solving quadratic and rational inequalities.
- Functions
Function properties; power, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions; sequences; derivative basics.
- Geometry and algebra
Analytic geometry (lines, circles, conics); vectors and complex numbers; solid geometry.
- Probability and statistics
Classical probability; mean and variance; basics of the normal distribution.
Physics · 物理5 parts
- Mechanics
Kinematics; Newton's laws; momentum; work and energy; circular motion and gravitation; SHM and waves.
- Electromagnetism
Electrostatics; DC circuits; magnetic fields and forces; electromagnetic induction.
- Thermodynamics
Kinetic theory; the ideal gas equation; the first law.
- Optics
Reflection and refraction; interference and diffraction.
- Modern physics
The photoelectric effect; atomic structure; nuclear basics.
Chemistry · 化学4 parts
- Basic concepts and calculations
States of matter; symbols and equations; concentration and pH; amount of substance; the ideal gas law.
- Substances and reactions
Common inorganic substances; basic organic compounds; redox; ionic reactions and tests.
- Theories and laws
Atomic structure and the periodic law; bonding; rates and equilibrium; electrolyte solutions.
- Experiments and applications
Lab safety and apparatus; preparing and testing gases; separation and purification; industrial processes.
Professional Chinese: STEM · 理科中文2 parts
- Question types
Character recognition, word choice, telling words apart, building a paragraph, completing sentences, reading comprehension.
- Text topics
Symbols and formulas in maths, physics and chemistry; university course basics; programming terms; lab descriptions, charts and academic texts.
Professional Chinese: Humanities · 文科中文2 parts
- Question types
The same Professional Chinese item types: characters, words, paragraphs, sentences and reading.
- Text topics
Literature, philosophy, law, education, history, the arts, media and other humanities majors.
How to register and prepare
- 1
Know your subjects
From your universities, major and scholarship type, and the right paper language. We work them out with you in the free consultation.
- 2
Pick your session
The next session: 14–15 November 2026. Register in the window csca.cn announces.
- 3
Register and pay on csca.cn
RMB 450 for one subject, RMB 700 for two or more. csca.cn
- 4
Prepare, then sit the test
Start with a free practice test, then the subject's course. The tests
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Questions about CSCA
Is there one pass mark for CSCA?
No. Each subject is scored out of 100, and each university sets the subjects and scores it requires for each major.
Can I take the test from home?
Mostly yes. You take the test online from home, and some countries have computer test centres. Your admission ticket is the final word on how you sit it.
What language is the paper in?
Mathematics, physics and chemistry come in Chinese or English, so you choose the language your university asks for. Professional Chinese is in Chinese only.
How much is the test, and who is paid?
RMB 450 for one subject and RMB 700 for two or more, paid on csca.cn only, never to us.
When is the result out?
Within 10 working days after the test ends; you view and download the score report on csca.cn.
Where do I register?
On the official site csca.cn only, in the window it announces for each session. Before you register, we tell you the subjects and paper language your universities ask for.
Is EventyChina an official CSCA body?
No. EventyChina and Eventy Academy are an independent preparation and advice provider. Registration, fees and results are on csca.cn only, and our practice tests are our own, not official questions.