CSCA Exam Guide

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

Exam Schedule

Global exam launch and schedule

First Global ExamDecember 21, 2025

January 2026 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 (2025)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

Exam Fees

Registration costs (CNY)

1 Subject¥450 CNY

2+ Subjects¥700 CNY

NotePayment via Alipay, WeChat Pay, or bank transfer

December 21, 2025 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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