Chinese Proficiency Test (HSK) and Youth Chinese Test (YCT)

Confucius Institute in Quebec is the only designated center in Quebec for Chinese Proficiency Test (HSK) and Youth Chinese Test (YCT).

HSK and YCT are the worldwide standardized tests for Chinese language proficiency.

Upcoming HSK1-6 Test (space limited)

Test DateSaturday, March 21, 2026
(HSK level 2 and 3 only)		Sunday, March 22nd, 2026
(HSK level 1-6)
All Levels FULL		Saturday, April 11th, 2026
(HSK level 1-6)
Level 1, 3, 5 FULL
Registration DeadlineNoon, Feb 21, 2026Noon, March 12th, 2026Noon, April 1st, 2026
Result Releasing DateApril 22nd, 2026April 7th, 2026April 27th, 2026
Test FormatPaper-based Test at Test CenterInternet-based Test at Test CenterInternet-based Test at Test Center
Test LocationConfucius Institute in QuebecConfucius Institute in QuebecConfucius Institute in Quebec

Click here to check the availability of paper-base test(s)

Click here to check the availability of internet-based test(s)

Paper-based HSK Test

You will be required to sit at a desk with the question papers and answer sheets for the listening, reading, and writing sections (level 3-6 only). You will need to write your answers in either 2B-pencil or pen.

Internet-based HSK Test at Test Center

You will be required to sit in front of a computer with the questions for the listening, reading, writing tests (level 3-6 only) presented on the screen in our test center. You will need to submit your answers through the use of a keyboard and a mouse.

How to Register:

1. Please read the test regulations carefully before taking the exam.

2. Create an account and register the test online via www.chinesetest.cn. Choose the correct test format, internet-based test at test center or paper-based test.

3. Pay for the test with the following payment instructions.

NB: Please make sure you have registered via chinesetest.cn which means secured a spot for your test before payment. To secure your test seat, we advise prompt payment of the test fee. Given the limited number of available seats at each test center, early payment is essential to avoid registration complications resulting from fully occupied test seats.

Payment Instructions:

How Much to Pay for the HSK Test:

The fees vary depending on the HSK level you’re taking. Please check the fee amounts for your specific level and select the correct amount when making your payment.

HSK
Levels Fee (Canadian Dollars)Schedule
HSK Level 1$251:30pm
HSK Level 2$359:00am
HSK Level 3$451:30pm
HSK Level 4$559:00am
HSK Level 5$651:30pm
HSK Level 6$759:00am

How to Pay for Your HSK Test

Pay with Interac e-Transfer:

  • Sign In: Access your online or mobile banking and find the option to send money with Interac e-Transfer.
  • Select Account: Choose the account you’d like the funds to come from.

  • Add Recipient: If this is your first time paying us, add a new recipient with the following details:

    • Name: Confucius Institute in Quebec (L’INSTITUT CONFUCIUS AU QUEBEC)
    • Email: services@confuciusinstitute.qc.ca

  • ***Kindly include the following details in the message section of each transfer if you’d like to receive a receipt for your payment:

    • Your full name
    • The test level
    • The email address where you would like to receive confirmation and your payment receipt
  • Enter Payment Amount: Enter the fee amount for your specific HSK level.
  • Review & Send: Confirm all the details and then send the payment.

Pay via Cash or Cheque:

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us at: