Free HSK practice tests
Start with what CTI publishes. It is free and it is the only material guaranteed to match the real format.
Unofficial study site · every figure links to an official source
| Resource | What you get | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Official HSK 3.0 sample pack (ZIP) | Written and speaking papers, answers and audio | A full timed mock on paper |
| Official HSK 3.0 try-the-test system | The computer-based interface | Anyone taking the computer-based test |
| HSK Sprint mock | Our own original timed practice (not official papers) | Extra practice after the official samples |
Run a real mock at home
- Print the paper for your level and set a timer for the official section times.
- Play the audio once, straight through, without pausing.
- Do not use a dictionary. Mark guesses with a dot so you can see your real level afterwards.
- Score with the official answers, then list every wrong answer by type: vocabulary, grammar, time.
About “HSK past papers”
CTI publishes sample papers, not recent live papers. Sites selling “real exam” or “recalled” papers are not official, and the old 2.0 papers do not match the 3.0 format. More on past papers →
Frequently asked
Where can I find free HSK practice tests?
The official HSK 3.0 sample pack (written and speaking papers, answers and audio for each level) and the official try-the-test system are both free.
Is there an online HSK mock test?
Yes — CTI's HSK 3.0 try-the-test system shows the computer-based interface.
Our HSK 4 papers are original and follow the HSK 3.0 Level 4 written structure (70 items). Instant mock score, section drills, a mistake bank and an 8-item daily set. Not past papers, never recalled papers.
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Official sources
- Official HSK 3.0 sample paper pack (written + speaking papers, answers, audio), ZIP
- Official HSK 3.0 try-the-test system (international entry)
- Chinese Test Service Website HSK 3.0 entry page (notice, syllabus, sample pack, try-the-test)
Checked 2026-11-13. HSK Sprint is an independent study service, not affiliated with or endorsed by the Center for Language Education and Cooperation (CLEC / 语合中心), Chinese Testing International or the official HSK. All papers and audio are original. Always confirm details with chinesetest.cn and your test centre.