Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC) 2027

Fully funded Chinese Government scholarship for Pakistani students

Chinese Universities

CSC Scholarship Type A (Bilateral Program) is a fully funded scholarship awarded by the Ministry of Education of China under bilateral educational exchange agreements with foreign governments, diplomatic embassies, and international organizations. Processed through the Chinese Embassy or the national education authority (such as the Higher Education Commission or Ministry of Education) in the applicant’s home country, Type A supports Undergraduate, Master’s, PhD, and non-degree visiting scholar programs across over 280 designated top Chinese universities.

Eligibility

Coverage & Benefits

  • 100% full tuition fee waiver.
  • Free on-campus dormitory accommodation or a monthly housing/accommodation subsidy.
  • Comprehensive medical and health insurance coverage for the entire program duration.
  • Monthly living stipend: RMB 2,500 for Undergraduate, RMB 3,000 for Master’s, and RMB 3,500 for PhD candidates.
  • Full or partial international round-trip airfare coverage (subject to bilateral agreement terms with your home country’s dispatching agency).
  • Coverage extends across all major degree levels including Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD, and visiting scholar programs.
  • Dedicated quota reservation per nation under official diplomatic exchange agreements.

Required Documents

  • CSC Online Application Form (Program Category A) submitted via campuschina.org.
  • Local Nominating Authority Application Form (e.g., submitted via HEC portal in Pakistan).
  • Notarized copies of highest degree certificate (or official provisional certificate).
  • Notarized copies of official academic transcripts covering all previous study years.
  • Valid ordinary passport copy (first two pages with clear photo and personal details).
  • Identity documents including National ID Card (CNIC/B-Form) and Domicile Certificate.
  • IBCC or HEC Equivalence Certificates (where applicable).
  • Study Plan or Research Proposal in English or Chinese (minimum 200 words for Undergraduate, 800 words for Master’s, and 800 to 1,500 words for PhD).
  • Valid HAT test score for Master’s/PhD or USAT test score for Undergraduate applicants (minimum score of 50/100 required for Pakistani candidates).
  • China Scholastic Competency Assessment (CSCA) score report (for Undergraduate applicants).
  • Two original recommendation letters written and signed by full Professors or Associate Professors from previous academic institutions (for Master’s and PhD).
  • Proof of language proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL, English Medium of Instruction certificate, or HSK Chinese proficiency test score).
  • Foreigner Physical Examination Form completed in English, signed by a licensed physician with hospital stamp over photograph, alongside attached blood test reports (valid for 6 months).
  • Non-Criminal Record (Police Clearance Certificate) issued within 6 months prior to application deadline.
  • Pre-Admission Letter or Supervisor Acceptance Letter from a designated host Chinese university (optional but highly recommended to secure university placement).
  • No Objection Certificate (NOC) issued by current employer (if currently employed).
  • Legal guardian authorization documents (if applicant is under 18 years of age).

Application Steps

  • Contact your local dispatching authority (e.g., your home country’s Ministry of Education/HEC or the local Chinese Embassy) to confirm eligibility criteria, specific test requirements, and obtain their designated 5-digit Agency Number.
  • Submit an application on your home country’s national scholarship portal if required by the nominating authority.
  • Create an account on the official CSC portal (campuschina.org), select Program Category A, and enter the correct Agency Number of your dispatching authority/embassy.
  • Optionally contact Chinese host universities or professors to secure a Pre-Admission Letter or Acceptance Letter to attach to your profile to guarantee target placement.
  • Complete the online form, upload all required application documents (including notarized degrees/transcripts, study plan/research proposal, Foreigner Physical Examination Form, police clearance, and two recommendation letters), and submit the application.
  • Await evaluation, screening, or interview stages conducted by your home country’s nominating agency before shortlisted files are dispatched to the CSC in Beijing for final placement approval.

Faqs

  • What is CSC Type A?

    A scholarship category for government-to-government exchange agreements and MOUs.

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Key Dates

Portals open for applications

01/11/2026

Undergraduate CSCA registration deadline

30/11/2026

HEC and CSC deadline

05/01/2027

Candidate shortlisting and review

15/03/2027

Final award results announced

15/07/2027

Official academic session begins

01/09/2027