HSK/HSKK Test
HSK, also known as the Chinese Proficiency Test, is an internationally standardized assessment of Chinese language proficiency. The test consists of six levels: HSK Level 1, HSK Level 2, HSK Level 3, HSK Level 4, HSK Level 5, and HSK Level 6.
In addition, HSKK (Hanyu Shuiping Kouyu Kaoshi) evaluates test-takers oral Chinese abilities and has three levels: HSKK Primary, HSKK Intermediate, and HSKK Advanced.
If you have any questions about the HSK or HSKK tests, please don't hesitate to email us at hsktest@confuciusgroningen.nl.
Important News!!!
1.HSK Test Version Update:
- March–June 2026 will use the current HSK2.0 version at our test center.
- Whether the new HSK 3.0 will be implemented after June 2026 is not yet confirmed. We will update our website once official notification is received.
- Syllabus for New HSK3.0.pdf
- Sample Test Papers
2.Mandatory Pairing of HSK 3–6 with the HSK Speaking Test:
Starting in January 2025, the HSK and the HSK speaking test for both paper-based and internet-based versions in the Netherlands will be combined. For details, please visit FAQ ｜Mandatory Pairing of HSK 3–6 with the HSK Speaking Test.
*Our testing center now offers two exam types: Paper-Based Test and Internet-Based Test.
| Date | Type | Location | Registration Deadline | Payment Deadline | Result Releasing Date |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 22 March (Registration starts on 21 January) | HSK1-6 + HSKK | Rotterdam | 13 February | 18 February | 22 April |
| 2 | 11 April (Registration starts on 18 February) | HSK1&2 | Wassenaar | 6 March | 11 March | *15 May |
| 3 | 11 April (Registration starts on 18 February) | HSK3-6 + HSKK | Groningen | 6 March | 11 March | *15 May |
| 4 | 16 May (Registration starts on 16 March) | HSK1-6 + HSKK | Arnhem | 10 April | 15 April | 16 June |
| 5 | 28 June (Registration starts on 29 April) | HSK1-6 + HSKK | Zwolle | 25 May | 27 May | 28 July |
* The test result will be released one week later due to Chinese holidays. Some minor adjustments might be added later.
- Spots are limited for the tests and the registration will be closed when no more seats are available.
- The paper-based exam dates for the second half year of 2026 will be announced this summer.
- Before registration, please refer to our test plan to confirm the actual test locations and the corresponding available test levels.
- You can find more information about test fee and registration procedure of the paper-based test by clicking here.
| Date | Type | Location | Registration Deadline | Payment Deadline | HSK Result releasing date | HSKK Result releasing date | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 22 March (Registration starts on 5 February) | HSK1-6+HSKK | Amsterdam | 5 March | 8 March | 7 April | 13 April |
| 2 | 11 April (Registration starts on 23 February) | HSK1-6+HSKK | Amsterdam | 25 March | 29 March | 27 April | *8 May |
| 3 | 16 May (Registration starts on 30 March) | HSK1-6+HSKK | Amsterdam | 29 April | 3 May | 1 June | 5 June |
| 4 | 28 June (Registration starts on 11 May) | HSK1-6+HSKK | Amsterdam | 11 June | 14 June | 13 July | 20 July |
| 5 | 13 Sep. (Registration starts on 1 June) | *HSK1-6+HSKK | Amsterdam | 1 July | 5 July | 29 September | *9 October |
| 6 | 17 Oct. (Registration starts on 31 August) | *HSK1-6+HSKK | Amsterdam | 30 September | 4 October | 2 November | 6 November |
| 7 | 7 Nov. (Registration starts on 21 September) | *HSK1-6+HSKK | Amsterdam | 21 October | 25 October | 23 November | 27 November |
| 8 | 13 Dec. (Registration starts on 26 October) | *HSK1-6+HSKK | Amsterdam | 26 November | 29 November | 28 December | 4 January,2027 |
*The registration for the internet-based HSK and HSKK tests on June 28 has now closed. The next test session will be held on September 13, and the registration channel is open untill 1 July.
* For the second half of 2026 (starting in September), it has not yet been officially announced whether the HSK examinations will fully adopt the new HSK 3.0 system. Please stay tuned to our official website and the website of the Chinese Test Center for the latest updates. The announcement is expected to be released around July.
* Due to a public holiday, the release date of the results will be postponed.
- Please note that a delay of 1–2 minutes may occasionally occur, which is normal.
- Spots for the internet-based test are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. If you're interested, don't delay – register for the test and complete the payment as soon as possible to secure your spot.
- You can find more information about the internet-based test by clicking here.