HSK registration deadlines
Next deadlines as of 14 Nov 2026 (Beijing date). Official deadlines are the last day the system accepts registrations; many centres close earlier.
Unofficial study site · every figure links to an official source
| Test day | Test | Paper deadline | Computer deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Dec 2026 | HSK 1–6 + speaking | 16 Nov 2026 | 3 Dec 2026 |
| 9 Jan 2027 | HSK 1–6 + speaking | 13 Dec 2026 | 30 Dec 2026 |
| 14 Mar 2027 | HSK 1–6 + speaking | 15 Feb 2027 | 4 Mar 2027 |
| 10 Apr 2027 | HSK 1–6 + speaking | 14 Mar 2027 | 31 Mar 2027 |
| 16 May 2027 | HSK 1–6 + speaking | 19 Apr 2027 | 6 May 2027 |
The 13 Dec 2026 notice gives 24:00 Beijing time for its deadlines; the 2027 calendar lists dates only, so assume Beijing time and do not leave it to the last evening.
The pattern
- HSK 1–6 and HSK speaking share one deadline per sitting.
- Paper-based: 27 days before the test. Computer-based: 10 days before.
- HSK 7–9 (2027): computer-based at the centre only, closing 14 days before.
Refunds and deferrals use the same 27- and 10-day marks
| Withdraw (refund of the service fee) | Defer | |
|---|---|---|
| 27 days or more before | Full refund | Free |
| 27 to 10 days before | 50% | 30% of the fee as a handling charge |
| Under 10 days | Not accepted | Not accepted |
- One withdrawal or deferral per registration. A deferred test must fall within six months; centre, test, level and format cannot change.
- Centres outside mainland China (including Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan and abroad): ask your centre, not the website.
- Refunds go back to the original payment method 7–10 working days after acceptance.
- After the deadlines, only force majeure or sudden illness with official or doctor's documents, raised with the centre before the test day.
All 2027 dates with result days → · How to register →
Frequently asked
How many days before the HSK does registration close?
Paper-based: 27 days; computer-based: 10 days. HSK 7–9 in 2027 is computer-only and closes 14 days before.
Can I register after the deadline?
No — the official system stops accepting registrations; pick the next sitting. Centres may close earlier still.
Can I postpone my HSK?
Free deferral 27 or more days before; 30% handling charge from 27 to 10 days; not accepted within 10 days. One deferral, within six months.
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Official sources
- Chinese Test Service (CTI): 2027 test calendar for HSK, HSK speaking, HSK 7–9, YCT and BCT
- CTI notice: HSK 3.0 officially launched worldwide on 13 Dec 2026 (dates and registration deadlines)
- Chinese Test Service Website: information for candidates (registration, refunds, results)
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