Chinese Test Dates in 2026: HSK, YCT & BCT Complete Schedule
All official 2026 test dates for the HSK (Levels 1–9), YCT, BCT, and OPIc oral examinations — including registration deadlines and result dates. Sourced directly from 汉考国际 (chinesetest.cn).
HSK / HSK Speaking Test (Levels 1–6)
Both Paper-Based (PBT) and iBT at-center formats are available at every sitting. Note: the new HSK 3.0 format applies from the July 2026 sitting onwards.
| Month | Test Date | PBT Deadline | iBT Deadline | HSK Result | Speaking Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan. | 24 Jan (Sat) | 28 Dec 2025 | 14 Jan | 3 Mar* | 13 Feb |
| Mar. | 22 Mar (Sun) | 23 Feb | 12 Mar | 22 Apr | 13 Apr |
| Apr. | 11 Apr (Sat) | 15 Mar | 1 Apr | 15 May* | 8 May* |
| May | 16 May (Sat) | 19 Apr | 6 May | 16 Jun | 5 Jun |
| Jun. | 28 Jun (Sun) | 1 Jun | 18 Jun | 28 Jul | 20 Jul |
| Jul. | 18 Jul (Sat) | 21 Jun | 8 Jul | 19 Aug | 7 Aug |
| Aug. | 23 Aug (Sun) | 27 Jul | 13 Aug | 23 Sep | 14 Sep |
| Sep. | 13 Sep (Sun) | 17 Aug | 3 Sep | 19 Oct* | 9 Oct* |
| Oct. | 17 Oct (Sat) | 20 Sep | 7 Oct | 17 Nov | 6 Nov |
| Nov. | 7 Nov (Sat) | 11 Oct | 28 Oct | 7 Dec | 27 Nov |
| Dec. | 13 Dec (Sun) | 16 Nov | 3 Dec | 15 Jan 2027* | 4 Jan 2027 |
* Result date may be delayed due to public holiday vacations.
HSK (Levels 7–9)
The advanced HSK 7–9 is offered only twice a year and is iBT at-center only. This is the master level covering academic research, translation, and international affairs. See the full syllabus breakdown.
| Month | Test Date | Registration Deadline | Result Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| May | 9 May (Sat) | 25 Apr | 9 Jun |
| Nov. | 22 Nov (Sun) | 8 Nov | 22 Dec |
📅 Planning Tip
The next HSK 1–6 sitting is 16 May 2026 — PBT registration closes 19 April, iBT closes 6 May. Start with the free HSK 1 Requirements guide.
YCT — Chinese Proficiency Test (Youth)
Designed for primary and secondary school students outside China. Tests reading, writing, and (in selected sittings) speaking skills.
| Month | Test Date | Type | PBT Deadline | iBT Deadline | PBT Result | iBT Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan. | 10 Jan (Sat) | Written | 14 Dec 2025 | — | 10 Feb | — |
| Mar. | 21 Mar (Sat) | Written | 22 Feb | 11 Mar | 21 Apr | — |
| May | 24 May (Sun) | Written + Speaking | 27 Apr | 14 May | 24 Jun | 15 Jun |
| Aug. | 16 Aug (Sun) | Written | 20 Jul | — | 16 Sep | — |
| Oct. | 17 Oct (Sat) | Written + Speaking | 20 Sep | 7 Oct | 17 Nov | 6 Nov |
| Nov. | 22 Nov (Sun) | Written + Speaking | 26 Oct | 12 Nov | 22 Dec | 14 Dec |
BCT — Business Chinese Test
Assesses Chinese language ability in business and professional settings. Both PBT and iBT formats are available at five sittings throughout the year.
| Month | Test Date | PBT Deadline | iBT Deadline | PBT Result | iBT Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan. | 18 Jan (Sun) | 22 Dec 2025 | 8 Jan | 25 Feb* | 2 Feb |
| Apr. | 18 Apr (Sat) | 22 Mar | 8 Apr | 22 May* | 8 May* |
| Jun. | 28 Jun (Sun) | 1 Jun | 18 Jun | 28 Jul | 13 Jul |
| Aug. | 8 Aug (Sat) | 12 Jul | 29 Jul | 8 Sep | 24 Aug |
| Nov. | 15 Nov (Sun) | 19 Oct | 5 Nov | 15 Dec | 30 Nov |
* Result date may be delayed due to public holiday vacations.
OPIc Oral Examination
Available monthly. Tests spoken Chinese and is recognised internationally. Interface languages include English, Korean, Japanese, Spanish, and Russian.
| Test Date | Registration Deadline | Result Date |
|---|---|---|
| 25 Jan (Sun) | 15 Jan | 1 Feb |
| 28 Feb (Sat) | 18 Feb | 7 Mar |
| 28 Mar (Sat) | 19 Mar | 7 Apr* |
| 26 Apr (Sun) | 16 Apr | 6 May* |
| 31 May (Sun) | 21 May | 7 Jun |
| 27 Jun (Sat) | 17 Jun | 4 Jul |
| 26 Jul (Sat) | 16 Jul | 2 Aug |
| 30 Aug (Sun) | 20 Aug | 6 Sep |
| 20 Sep (Sun) | 10 Sep | 27 Sep |
| 25 Oct (Sun) | 15 Oct | 1 Nov |
| 29 Nov (Sun) | 19 Nov | 6 Dec |
| 27 Dec (Sun) | 17 Dec | 3 Jan 2027 |
* Result date may be delayed due to festival vacation.
How to Register for the HSK in 2026
Choose your level
Not sure which level to target? See the HSK 2026 Syllabus overview or start with the HSK 1 Requirements guide.
Create an account
Register on the official portal at chinesetest.cn or through your local Confucius Institute.
Select a test date & location
Pick a sitting from the tables above. Check availability at your nearest test centre — dates may vary by country.
Pay the registration fee
Fees vary by country and level. The portal will show the applicable fee during checkout.
Start studying
Use our free vocabulary lists, grammar guides, and the Pass HSK app to prepare efficiently.
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Data Source
All dates published by 汉考国际 (Center for Language Education and Cooperation) on chinesetest.cn. Published: 7 January 2026. Always verify with your local test centre before registering.