HSK (Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi) is an international standardised exam that tests and rates Chinese language proficiency.
It assesses non-native Chinese speakers’ abilities in using the Chinese language in their daily, academic and professional lives.
HSK consists of six levels, namely the:
HSK (level 1) assesses basic language skills while HSK (level 6) is the highest level-test takers who are able to pass this level can easily comprehend written and spoken information in Chinese and can effectively express themselves in Chinese, both orally and in written form.
HSK Speaking Test (HSKK) assesses the test takers’ oral Chinese abilities. HSKK consists of three levels, HSKK (Primary level), HSKK (Intermediate level) and HSKK (Advanced level). HSKK is conducted in the form of audio recording.
Starting from January 2023, test takers for HSK 3 and above are required to take both HSK and HSK Oral Test (HSKK).The corresponding level is as follows:
Who can take the test?
Non-native Chinese speakers (including Chinese Malaysians) who want to evaluate their Chinese language proficiency. It is commonly taken by students, professionals, and individuals interested in studying or working in a Chinese-speaking environment.
Exam Date: 22 June 2025, Sunday
Registration Deadline: 23 May 2025, Friday
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HSK Levels | Test Time | Duration (minutes) |
Test Structure (Listening: L; Reading: R; Writing: W) |
Passing line/ Total Score | Vocabulary |
1 | 13:30-14:10 | 40 | L20 R20 | 120/200 | 150 |
2 | 09:00-09:55 | 55 | L35 R25 | 120/200 | 300 |
3 + HSKK (Basic) |
13:30-15:00 | 90 | L40 R30 W10 | 180/300 | 600 |
4 + HSKK (Intermediate) |
09:00-10:45 | 105 | L45 R40 W15 | 180/300 | 1200 |
5 + HSKK (Advanced) |
13:30-15:35 | 125 | L45 R45 W10 | 180/300 | 2500 |
6 + HSKK (Advanced) |
09:00-11:20 | 140 | L50 R50 W1 | 180/300 | 5000 |
Level | Fees | Fees (including 8% SST) |
---|---|---|
HSK 1 | RM120.00 | RM129.60 |
HSK 2 | RM150.00 | RM162.00 |
HSK 3 & HSKK Oral Test (Basic Level) | RM300.00 | RM324.00 |
HSK 4 & HSKK Oral Test (Intermediate Level) | RM370.00 | RM399.60 |
HSK 5 & HSKK Oral Test (Advanced Level) | RM430.00 | RM464.40 |
HSK 6 & HSKK Oral Test (Advanced Level) | RM460.00 | RM496.80 |
Step 1: Materials preparation
Register into the HSK registration form and do upload the following within the form:
Step 2: Submission
Payment Procedure:
Credit card payment (Mastercard /Visa / AMEX)
Other payment methods
For crossed cheque or bank draft:
For bank transfers or direct bank-in:
Email: hanyutest@nottingham.edu.my
Phone: +60 3 8924 8295
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