HSK 3.0 - Trial Examination
Published: 21 May 2026
Be among the first candidates in the UK to experience the new HSK 3.0 examination! The trial exam will take place on Sunday, 20 September 2026 and is open to candidates taking HSK Levels 1–6.
HSK 3.0 Trial Examination – September 2026
We are very excited to be part of the new HSK 3.0 trial. This trial is part of the ongoing development and implementation of the updated HSK system and provides an opportunity for candidates to gain experience of the new examination format and procedures. The examination will take place on Sunday, 20 September 2026.
The trial examination will be available for HSK Levels 1–6, and candidates will receive an official score report following the examination.
Key Information
- Examination Date: Sunday, 20 September 2026
- Format: Paper-based
- Registration Period: 3 August – 9 September 2026
- Examination Fees: Please see the below fee schedule
Important Changes for HSK Levels 3–6
Candidates registering for HSK Levels 3–6 must also take the corresponding speaking examination at the same level. The speaking component is now integrated into the HSK examination system for these levels.
Further Information
Candidates are encouraged to register within the registration period and to familiarise themselves with the new examination arrangements in advance.
For any questions, please contact the Confucius Institute team.
Related Materials
The HSK 3.0 exam syllabus and sample questions can be found here.
Examination Fees
Enrolment fee: £10 / person
Examination Fee for different levels:
| Level | Written Test | Oral Test | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| HSK 1 | £15 | - | £15 |
| HSK 2 | £25 | - | £25 |
| HSK 3 | £35 | £25 | £60 |
| HSK 4 | £45 | £35 | £80 |
| HSK 5 | £55 | £45 | £100 |
| HSK 6 | £65 | £45 | £110 |
First published: 21 May 2026