Prepare for HSK

HSK is an international standardized exam that tests and rates Chinese language proficiency. It assesses non-native Chinese speakers’ abilities in using the Chinese language in their daily, academic and professional lives.

In January 2017, Nottingham Confucius Institute China Ningbo Branch was successfully authorized as one of the HSK test sites. We have been given the permission to administer written HSK tests level 1 to level 6, both computer-based and paper-based exam, as well as the exam for HSKK (汉语水平口语考试), Business Chinese Test (BCT) and Youth Chinese Test (YCT).

The following resources should be useful for exam preparation.

Please note that you are required to upload an ID photo (with white background and no hats) during this stage of the online registration. The registration guide has more details. Should you experience any difficulties in doing so, please contact Yona Yuan.

You will be given an HSK permit and full instructions after your application has been processed. You will need to bring the HSK permit along with your passport to the test centre on the day of the exam. Failure to bring either of these will prevent you from being able to enter the test venue. You will only need pencils and an eraser for the test. You are not allowed to bring dictionaries or other written materials with you.

You will be able to check the test results approximately one month after the test date on the official HSK website. Your certificate will be mailed to you by the headquarters of the Exam Center , but postage is at your own expense. Please ensure that your mailing address is correct.
For further information, please send an email to us or call us on +86 (0)574 8818 0000 ext. 8340.

• What are the fees for different levels of tests?
  
  

  HSK test fees

  HSK1	HSK2	HSK3	HSK4	HSK5	HSK6
  150 RMB	250 RMB	350 RMB	450 RMB	550 RMB	650 RMB

  Starting from January 2023, the HSKK speaking test has become mandatory for all  HSK candidates at Level 3 and above. The required HSKK level corresponds to the HSK level and the fees are as follow:
  • HSK 3 → HSKK Elementary -- 200RMB
  • HSK 4 → HSKK Intermediate -- 300RMB
  • HSK 5/6 → HSKK Advanced -- 400RMB
• When and how can I get my test result?
  

  The result of paper-based test will be released on the offical HSK website one month after your exam; and two weeks time is needed for the computer-based exam.

• I am on the Level 2 Mandarin course. I haven’t attended any HSK exams before. Can I register for an HSK Level 2 exam, or do I have to start from Level 1?
  

  You can start with whichever level of test that would suit you. There are plenty of past and mock exam papers available on the official HSK website. We would advise you to do a few sets of papers before deciding on the appropriate level of test you should be taking.