The University of Science and Technology Beijing (USTB) has officially opened the 2026 Pre-Admission Application process for the Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC Type A – Bilateral Program). This opportunity invites international students from all countries to apply for the Pre-Admission Notice, an essential document that strengthens scholarship applications submitted through Chinese embassies, consulates, or national education authorities.
The CSC Type A Bilateral Program is a fully or partially funded scholarship established under agreements between the Chinese government and the governments or institutions of other nations. It provides financial support to outstanding students for pursuing undergraduate, master’s, or doctoral studies in China. Applicants for the High-Level Postgraduate Program or Silk Road Program (CSC Type B) are not eligible for this pre-admission notice.
The Pre-Admission Notice from USTB does not guarantee final admission but serves as a formal confirmation that the university supports the candidate’s application to the Chinese Government Scholarship through their home country’s recommending authority. Students are encouraged to list University of Science and Technology Beijing (USTB) as their first-choice university in their official CSC application to enhance their chances of final selection.
Application Process of USTB China Government Scholarship 2026
Applicants for USTB Chinese government scholarship 2026-2027 batch must email their complete set of materials to its application portal, using the subject line:
“Pre-Admission (Type A) Application + English Full Name.”
The email body should clearly specify the degree level and program name (in Chinese or English).
Upon receiving complete materials, USTB will review the submission and issue the Pre-Admission Notice within seven working days, sending it directly via email to the applicant. If you got successful then they will intimate you to file another CSC scholarship application on later stages.
Required Documents
Applicants of USTB scholarship should prepare and submit the following materials in Chinese or English (original or notarized):
- Copy of passport
- Bachelor’s and Master’s degree certificates (or proof of enrollment with expected graduation date)
- Academic transcripts with grading scale and course list
- Study plan specifying intended degree level and major
- HSK certificate for Chinese-taught programs or English proficiency certificate (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent).
If no language certificate is available, applicants should explain the reason in their email.
Why Apply Early?
Early applicants can receive their pre-admission notice faster, which significantly improves their chances of success during the national CSC Type A nomination process in their home country. By securing USTB as a confirmed host institution, students strengthen their overall scholarship profile and increase their likelihood of being accepted for fully funded study in China.
Application Timeline
The last date to apply for the Pre-Admission for the Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC Type A – Bilateral Program) at the University of Science and Technology Beijing (USTB) is March 31, 2026. The pre-admission application window remains open from November 2025 until the end of March 2026, giving international students ample time to prepare and email their scholarship application document materials.