What is HSK?

HSK stands for Hànyǔ Shuǐpíng Kǎoshì (汉语水平考试) which is an international standardized test for Chinese language proficiency organized by CTI Co., Ltd. (CTI), a specialized international Chinese language education and testing service company. HSK assesses Chinese learners' abilities to use Chinese as a second language in their daily, academic, and professional lives through a standardized examination and evaluation with a uniform grading and scoring system.

Why chose the HSK?

The HSK (Chinese Proficiency Test) serves as a vital tool for both academic and professional advancement in China. In the academic sector, a strong HSK score is essential for international students, as it is a standard requirement for college enrollment, course credits, course exemptions, and applying for scholarships or graduation. Beyond individual student benefits, educational institutions also utilize these scores to evaluate the quality of their Chinese language teaching.

In the professional realm, high HSK scores significantly enhance a foreigner's employment prospects. Employers and government officials rely on these scores during recruitment, training, and promotion decisions, and a strong performance can substantially better an applicant's chances of securing a working visa. Ultimately, the test also serves as a valuable personal benchmark, allowing Chinese language learners to heighten their own self-evaluation and measure their language proficiency accurately.

What is HSKK?

The HSK Speaking Test assesses the test takers' oral Chinese abilities. It consists of three levels, including elementary, intermediate, and advanced. The HSK speaking test is conducted in the form of an audio recording.

Please note: Under recent international testing guidelines, registration for HSK Levels 3 through 6 now includes a mandatory pairing with the HSKK oral exam.

Test Dates and Fees

Registration for the HSK / HSKK Test (old version) on November 7, 2026 is now open on the Chinese Test website.

Important Notice

This will be the last official HSK/HSKK test administered under the current (old) HSK program before the new HSK standards are gradually introduced. If you are planning to take an HSK or HSKK exam following the current format and requirements, we strongly encourage you to register for this session.

• Test Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
• Test Format: Paper-based Test
• Registration Deadline: Friday, October 9, 2026 at noon (12:00 p.m.)
• Result Release Date: December 12, 2026

• Exam registration website: www.chinesetest.cn

  For the registration, please read the Test Regulations carefully :   https://www.chinesetest.cn/regulation

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Reminders 

Facial Recognition Requirement (HSK 3 and above): Candidates takingHSK Level 3 or higher must complete facial recognition on the exam day. Please ensure that the photo uploaded during registration meets all required specifications.

HSKK Oral Test Requirement: According to current international testing regulations, registration forHSK Levels 3 to 6 must be accompanied by registration for the corresponding HSKK (Speaking Test).

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