CSCA Exam Guide

Everything you need to know about the China Standardized College Admission exam

Exam Schedule

Global exam launch and schedule

Next ExamJanuary 25, 2026

Registration PeriodDec 24, 2025 - Jan 10, 2026

Regular Schedule (2026+)5 times per year: Jan, Mar, Apr, Jun, Dec

Results Release7 business days (online), 14 days (paper)

Exam Format

Test structure and format options

Test FormatOnline proctored (home) + Offline centers

Offline Centers (2026)Vietnam, Thailand

Scoring0-100 points per subject

Exam Subjects

Subject details and requirements

Subject	Test Language	Duration	Questions	Score Range
Chinese (Arts)	Chinese only	90 minutes	80 multiple choice	0-100
Chinese (Science)	Chinese only	90 minutes	80 multiple choice	0-100
Mathematics	Chinese / English	60 minutes	48 multiple choice	0-100
Physics	Chinese / English	60 minutes	48 multiple choice	0-100
Chemistry	Chinese / English	60 minutes	48 multiple choice	0-100

Chinese (Arts)

Test LanguageChinese only

Duration90 minutes

Questions80 multiple choice

Score Range0-100

Chinese (Science)

Test LanguageChinese only

Duration90 minutes

Questions80 multiple choice

Score Range0-100

Mathematics

Test LanguageChinese / English

Duration60 minutes

Questions48 multiple choice

Score Range0-100

Physics

Test LanguageChinese / English

Duration60 minutes

Questions48 multiple choice

Score Range0-100

Chemistry

Test LanguageChinese / English

Duration60 minutes

Questions48 multiple choice

Score Range0-100

Exam Fees

Registration costs (CNY)

1 Subject¥450 CNY

2+ Subjects¥700 CNY

NotePayment via Alipay, WeChat Pay, or bank transfer

January 25, 2026 Schedule (Beijing Time)

Chinese Language13:00 - 14:30

Mathematics15:30 - 16:30

Physics17:30 - 18:30

Chemistry19:30 - 20:30

How to Choose Subjects

Select subjects based on your application type

CSC Scholarship Applicants

✅ Required: Mathematics + Chinese (Arts or Science based on major)
📝 Optional: Physics, Chemistry (check university requirements)
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Self-Funded Applicants

✅ Required: Mathematics + Chinese (for Chinese-taught programs)
📝 Optional: Physics, Chemistry (based on major requirements)

Subject Overview

Mathematics

•Algebra & Functions
•Calculus
•Geometry
•Probability & Statistics

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Physics

•Mechanics
•Electricity & Magnetism
•Optics
•Modern Physics

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Chemistry

•Organic Chemistry
•Inorganic Chemistry
•Physical Chemistry
•Chemical Reactions

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Chinese Language

•Reading Comprehension
•Vocabulary
•Grammar
•Writing

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Important Notes

• Math, Physics, and Chemistry can be taken in English or Chinese
• Chinese subject is required for CSC scholarship applicants
• Each university sets its own score requirements
• Dec/Apr/Jun exams are scheduled for Asia-Pacific timezone
• Jan/Mar exams are scheduled for Europe/Americas timezone

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All Three Subjects

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