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HSK News & Syllabus Updates

The HSK is in the middle of its biggest change in a decade. We track the official announcements from the testing authority and explain what each one actually means for learners — exam dates, registration deadlines, and syllabus revisions.

Exam announcement

HSK 3.0 Exam Date Confirmed: The First Official Test Is 13 December 2026

The 3.0 version of the HSK opens for testing worldwide on 13 December 2026. Registration closes 16 November for the paper-based test and 3 December for the computer-based test.

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Looking for the syllabus itself?

These updates cover what changed and when. For the full requirements at every level, start with the HSK 2026 Syllabus guide or the HSK 2026 Data Center.