Nanjing University Chinese Government Postgraduate Scholarships 2026

If you are considering applying for a fully funded master’s degree in China in 2026, the Nanjing University Chinese Government Scholarship (Type B, High-Level Postgraduate Program) is an excellent opportunity. Below is a comprehensive guide on this scholarship, its benefits, requirements, timeline, and how to apply.

🎓 Scholarship summary

• Location: Nanjing University, Nanjing, China

• Study level: Master’s (and also doctoral) programs under the Chinese Government Scholarship (Type B, High-Level Postgraduate)

• Target group: International (non-Chinese) students seeking master’s or doctoral degrees

• Fields / Majors: Wide range of disciplines (Chinese-taught or English-taught programs) offered across Nanjing University’s many departments - See list of majors here

• Scholarship Coverage:

  • Full waiver of tuition fees

  • Monthly stipend: RMB 3,000 for master’s students; RMB 3,500 for doctoral students

  • Health insurance (RMB 800/year)

  • Free lodging in international dormitory accommodations for the scholarship duration

• Duration:

  • Master’s: 2–3 years depending on program

  • Doctoral: up to 4 years

• Application period / deadlines:

  • Online application at NJU portal: between Nov 1, 2025 and Jan 20, 2026 

  • CSC (China Scholarship Council) application: before Mar 17, 2026 (for candidates who hold pre-admission letters)

  • Final results typically released by July 2026

• Eligible to: Non-Chinese citizens, bachelor’s degree holders under age 35 (for master’s), in good health, fulfilling language / academic prerequisites

📚 Scholarship overview

This scholarship belongs to the Chinese Government Scholarship program (Type B, High-Level Postgraduate) administered through the China Scholarship Council (CSC) in collaboration with Nanjing University. Its aim is to enable talented students from all over the world to study and conduct research in China, strengthening educational exchange, cultural understanding, and cooperation.

Under this scheme, Nanjing University receives nominations from CSC and evaluates candidates through departmental assessments. Successful applicants receive pre-admission letters from NJU and are then formally nominated through CSC’s system before final scholarship allocation.

The scholarship requires full-time residency on campus, no long-distance or part-time study, and limited leave during regular academic terms (except under emergency approval).

Annual reviews are conducted (typically between March and May) to assess performance, research progress, and adherence to regulations. Students failing the review risk suspension or cancellation of the scholarship.

🎁 Benefits & support

• Tuition fully waived for the duration of the degree program

• Monthly stipend to help with living expenses (RMB 3,000 for master’s, RMB 3,500 for doctoral)

• Health insurance support (~ RMB 800/year)

• Free accommodation in the international dormitories of NJU

• Access to university facilities, resources, departmental networks, and the cultural environment of Nanjing

• Prestige and academic value as a CSC-backed scholarship at a top Chinese university

✅ Eligibility criteria

To be eligible for the Nanjing University CSC Type B scholarship for master’s studies in 2026, you must:

• Be a non-Chinese citizen in good physical and mental health

• Hold a bachelor’s degree, or for those graduating in 2026, provide a pre-graduation certificate showing they will complete in July 2026

• Be no older than 35 years at time of application for master’s programs

• Meet language requirements:

  • For Chinese-taught programs: Admission requires HSK 4 (for natural sciences, engineering, medicine) or HSK 5 (for liberal arts, business/social sciences); Graduation requires HSK 5 or HSK 6 respectively.

  • For English-taught programs: Admission requirement: IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL 85 / TOEFL Essentials 9 / Duolingo 100; Graduation requirement: HSK level 3

• Not hold any other Chinese scholarships for the same academic year (2026–2027)

• Submit all required documents truthfully and not conceal any conflicting funding; violations may lead to cancellation or disqualification for up to 3 years

📝 Application procedure

Step 1: Application on NJU portal

• Application window: Nov 1, 2025 – Jan 20, 2026 

• Use the NJU China International Student Service System (nju.17gz.org), choose “CSC Scholarship Type B” program type

• Upload the following required documents (in English or Chinese, with notarized translation when needed):

  • Academic transcripts (for bachelor’s degree; for doctoral applicants, both bachelor’s and master’s)

  • Certificate / diploma of highest degree achieved

  • Two recommendation letters from professors/associate professors, addressing your academic objectives, abilities, and potential growth

  • Language proficiency certificate: HSK (for Chinese-taught) or IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo (for English-taught)

  • Personal statement / study plan

  • Published papers or abstracts (optional)

  • Physical examination report for foreigners (within last 6 months)

  • First page of passport copy

  • Non-criminal record certificate (issued in last 6 months)

  • For doctoral applicants: abstract of master’s thesis

  • For architecture / urban planning applicants: a portfolio of design works

• Within about 3 working days of submission, you will receive feedback on initial review and may be asked to re-upload documents if needed

Step 2: Departmental evaluation & pre-admission

• Applications passing initial review will be forwarded to relevant schools / departments at NJU for assessment in late February 2026 

• Results communicated via email / system message in first half of March 2026 

• Successful candidates receive a pre-admission letter from NJU (doctoral applicants also receive supervisor’s signed personal statement)

Step 3: Application at CSC portal

• Before Mar 17, 2026, candidates with NJU pre-admission letters should log into the China Scholarship Council (CSC) website (studyinchina.csc.edu.cn)

• Use Agency No. “10284” for Nanjing University, and select “Program Type B” 

• Upload the NJU pre-admission letter (and signed personal statement for doctoral), and ensure documents match what was submitted on NJU’s portal

• If you submitted your CSC application earlier without the pre-admission letter, withdraw and resubmit with the required letter

• Failure to complete CSC application by the deadline may be treated as withdrawal of nomination.

Final admission & registration

• After CSC selects awardees, NJU will issue formal admission documents and notify successful students via email / system message, and mail documents if needed

• The new semester is expected to begin September 2026; the formal registration date will be in the admission notice

• At registration, bring the admission notice, passport, physical exam report, original diploma(s), and any required translations / notarizations to verify eligibility. Those failing verification may lose the scholarship.

👌🏻 Tips, cautions & strategic advice

• Start preparing well in advance: gathering recommendation letters, transcripts, and language test scores takes time.

• Ensure your documents are consistent across NJU portal and CSC portal—mismatches can lead to disqualification.

• Be honest and transparent: any falsification may disqualify you or bar you from future applications.

• For the personal statement, integrate how your research interests align with Nanjing University’s departments, and why you choose China as your study destination.

• If applying to Chinese-taught programs, aim to strengthen your HSK score; for English programs, make sure your English tests meet the requirement.

• Monitor the auditing / annual review required by NJU—poor performance or violation of regulations may lead to cancellation of funding.

• Double-check deadlines—especially the March 17 CSC submission, which is critical for final nomination.

• After admission, plan visa / travel logistics early, and ensure you understand the requirements for registration in China.

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