Introduction The Nanjing University Chinese Government Scholarship 2027 provides an opportunity for qualified international students to pursue postgraduate study at Nanjing University in China through the Chinese Government Scholarship (CGS) Type B High-Level Postgraduate Program. The 2027 scholarship programme is specifically designed for international students applying for Master’s and PhD studies at Nanjing University. Successful scholarship recipients receive a comprehensive financial support package that includes tuition fee exemption, monthly living allowance, medical insurance, and free accommodation in the university's international student dormitory during the scholarship period. The official Nanjing University announcement states that applications for the 2027 Chinese Government Scholarship Type B High-Level Postgraduate Program are accepted from 1 November 2026 to 20 January 2027 through Nanjing University's international student application system. After receiving a university pre-admission notice, applicants must also complete the Chinese Scholarship Council (CSC) online application. The CSC application must be completed by 17 March 2027. The programme is therefore not simply a single online scholarship form. Applicants must complete the required Nanjing University application first and then, if they receive the required university pre-admission documentation, proceed with the CSC application. About Nanjing University Nanjing University (NJU) is a major comprehensive university in China and is directly affiliated with the Chinese Ministry of Education. The university traces its history back to 1902 and is located in Nanjing, a historic city in Jiangsu Province. Nanjing is known for its long history, cultural heritage, educational institutions, and research environment. Nanjing University operates multiple campuses and has a large academic structure covering numerous disciplines. The university provides undergraduate, Master's, doctoral, and research programmes across a wide range of academic fields. For international students, Nanjing University maintains an international education system through which overseas students can apply for degree programmes and scholarships. Chinese Government Scholarship The Chinese Government Scholarship (CGS) is a scholarship programme established by the Chinese government to support international students and scholars who wish to study or conduct research at Chinese universities. Nanjing University participates in the Chinese Government Scholarship programme and offers scholarship opportunities to qualified international postgraduate applicants. The 2027 Type B High-Level Postgraduate Program is intended for international applicants seeking admission to Master's and doctoral degree programmes. The scholarship is administered through a combination of the university admission process and the China Scholarship Council's scholarship system. Master’s Scholarship International applicants who wish to pursue a Master's degree at Nanjing University may apply for the Type B Chinese Government Scholarship if they satisfy the programme's academic, age, nationality, health, and language requirements. According to the official 2027 scholarship notice, Master's applicants must have obtained a Bachelor's degree and must be 35 years old or younger at the time of application. Applicants who are graduating in 2027 but have not yet received their final degree certificate may provide a pre-graduation certificate issued by their current institution. The certificate must demonstrate that the applicant is expected to complete the degree and obtain the qualification by July 2027. Master's scholarship recipients normally receive support for 2–3 years, depending on the requirements and duration of the selected programme. PhD Scholarship The programme also provides Chinese Government Scholarship opportunities for international applicants seeking a PhD at Nanjing University. According to the official 2027 announcement, PhD applicants must have obtained a Master's degree and must be 40 years old or younger. Applicants who have not yet received their final Master's degree certificate at the time of application may provide an appropriate pre-graduation certificate demonstrating that they will be able to complete their degree and obtain the qualification by the required date. The official scholarship duration for doctoral students is 4 years. PhD applicants also have additional research-related requirements. In particular, applicants must provide a summary of their Master's thesis as part of the application materials. Doctoral applicants should therefore prepare their academic and research materials well before the application deadline. Fully Funded Scholarship Benefits The Nanjing University Chinese Government Scholarship is described by the university as a full scholarship. The financial support includes full tuition fee exemption during the scholarship period. Scholarship recipients also receive a monthly living allowance. The official 2027 announcement specifies: RMB 3,000 per month for Master's students RMB 3,500 per month for PhD students The scholarship also provides medical insurance support. The official announcement specifies RMB 800 per academic year for medical insurance, with scholarship students required to purchase comprehensive medical insurance according to the relevant university requirements. Accommodation is another major component of the scholarship. During the scholarship period, recipients can receive free accommodation in Nanjing University's international student dormitory. These benefits substantially reduce the major expenses normally associated with postgraduate study in China. However, applicants should note that the official 2027 Nanjing University scholarship notice does not list international airfare as a scholarship benefit. Therefore, applicants should not assume that a round-trip air ticket is included unless a separate official funding arrangement confirms it. Tuition Fee Exemption One of the central benefits of the scholarship is the exemption from tuition fees. Successful recipients do not have to pay the normal tuition fees for their approved scholarship study period. This allows international students to pursue a postgraduate degree at Nanjing University without bearing the regular programme tuition costs. Applicants should nevertheless understand that scholarship coverage is tied to the official scholarship period and applicable regulations. Monthly Living Allowance The monthly stipend provides financial support for everyday living expenses. Master's students receive RMB 3,000 per month, while PhD students receive RMB 3,500 per month. The stipend is paid during the scholarship period according to the applicable Chinese Government Scholarship regulations. Applicants should understand that the stipend is intended as living support and that actual expenses can vary depending on accommodation arrangements, personal spending, transportation, food, and other circumstances. Accommodation Scholarship students can receive free accommodation in Nanjing University's international student dormitory during the scholarship period. This is particularly significant because accommodation is one of the major expenses for international students studying abroad. The exact room type, dormitory arrangements, check-in procedures, and applicable university rules should be confirmed with Nanjing University after admission. Medical Insurance The scholarship also provides support for comprehensive medical insurance. The official 2027 notice specifies an insurance amount of RMB 800 per academic year and states that scholarship students must purchase comprehensive medical insurance according to the university's requirements. Applicants should follow the university's instructions regarding insurance registration after arrival. Eligibility for International Applicants The programme is open to non-Chinese citizens who are in good physical and mental health. For Master's applicants, the academic requirement is a Bachelor's degree, and the age limit is 35 years. For PhD applicants, the academic requirement is a Master's degree, and the age limit is 40 years. Applicants who are still completing their current degree can apply if they provide the required pre-graduation documentation and are able to complete the degree by the required deadline. Applicants must also satisfy the language requirements of their selected programme. English-Taught Programmes Applicants applying to English-taught programmes must demonstrate English-language proficiency. The official 2027 Chinese Government Scholarship notice lists the following minimum admission requirements: IELTS 6.0 or above TOEFL iBT 85 or above TOEFL Essentials 9 or above Duolingo English Test 100 or above The official notice states that applicants who do not meet the required language level will not be accepted for the programme. The exact language documentation requirements should be checked in the current application system and the selected academic programme before submission. The university's current application guidance also lists the same English-language thresholds for its English-taught Master's programmes. Chinese-Taught Programmes Applicants applying to Chinese-taught programmes must satisfy Chinese-language requirements. For admission, the official 2027 scholarship notice specifies: HSK Level 4 with a score of at least 180 for science programmes HSK Level 5 with a score of at least 180 for liberal arts programmes The scholarship notice also specifies higher Chinese-language requirements for graduation. For graduation, science students are required to reach HSK Level 5 with a score of at least 180, while liberal arts students are required to reach HSK Level 6 with a score of at least 180. Applicants who plan to study in Chinese should therefore consider both the admission requirement and the later graduation language requirement. English Test Validity The official scholarship announcement confirms that English-taught applicants must submit an accepted English-language test result. The commonly listed tests are IELTS, TOEFL, and Duolingo English Test, with the minimum scores specified above. The published 2027 scholarship notice does not clearly state a universal two-year validity rule for these certificates. Applicants should therefore verify the validity requirement displayed in the current Nanjing University application system and any additional requirement of the selected programme. Applicants should use a valid and verifiable test report and should not submit an expired result. Application Documents Applicants need to prepare a number of documents for the Nanjing University application. The official 2027 scholarship notice requires applicants to provide their highest academic qualification certificate. Applicants must also submit their academic transcripts. PhD applicants must provide transcripts from both their Bachelor's and Master's studies. Applicants must provide two recommendation letters from professors, associate professors, or individuals holding equivalent academic positions. The recommendation letters should evaluate the applicant's academic ability, future development, study objectives, and other relevant qualities. The university's official notice also describes information that may be included regarding cooperation between Chinese and overseas institutions or supervisors where applicable. Applicants for English-taught programmes must provide their accepted English-language test results. Applicants for Chinese-taught programmes must provide the relevant HSK certificate. A personal statement using the university's prescribed template is also required. Applicants should additionally submit a list of academic publications and research achievements, together with representative works or abstracts if available. A valid physical examination record is required. Applicants must provide the first page of their passport. A non-criminal record certificate is also required. PhD applicants must submit a summary of their Master's thesis. Applicants for Architecture and Urban Planning programmes must additionally provide a portfolio. Application Process The application process has multiple stages. First, applicants must register and apply through the Nanjing University International Student Online Service System. The application period for the 2027 Type B High-Level Postgraduate Program is 1 November 2026 through 20 January 2027. When completing the Nanjing University application, applicants should select “Chinese Government Scholarship B” as the study programme/type. Applicants should upload all required documents before the application deadline. After submission, Nanjing University states that applicants normally receive an initial review response within three working days. If the university requests supplementary materials, applicants should provide them before the application deadline. University Review After the initial administrative review, applications undergo academic review. According to the official 2027 timeline, all applications that pass the initial review will enter professional or faculty-level review in late February 2027. The university expects the review results to be communicated through the application system and email in early March 2027. Applicants who pass the university's review are expected to receive a pre-admission notice from Nanjing University. For PhD applicants, the university states that the pre-admission materials will also include a personal statement confirmed and signed by the relevant supervisor. CSC Application Receiving Nanjing University's pre-admission documentation is followed by the second major application stage. Applicants who receive the required pre-admission notice must complete the online Chinese Government Scholarship application through the China Scholarship Council (CSC) system. The official notice requires applicants to complete this CSC application by 17 March 2027. The CSC agency number for Nanjing University is 10284. Applicants must select scholarship programme category Type B in the CSC application system. Applicants should carefully read the CSC application instructions and scholarship document requirements before submitting the second application. Final Selection Nanjing University submits qualified applications through the relevant scholarship process, after which the final scholarship decision is determined. The official university notice explains that the final CSC result date cannot be determined precisely in advance. Nanjing University states that in the previous year the final result was announced around early May, but this is provided only as a reference and should not be treated as a guaranteed 2027 result date. Successful applicants will receive further information from Nanjing University through email or the university's online system. Enrollment Students selected for the 2027 scholarship are expected to begin their studies at Nanjing University in September 2027. The exact registration date will be stated in the admission documents. At registration, students must present their admission documents and other required original materials. These may include the Nanjing University admission notice, JW201 visa application form, physical examination documentation, and original highest academic qualification certificate. If an original qualification document is not written in Chinese or English, a notarized Chinese or English translation may be required. Nanjing University will verify scholarship eligibility during registration. Applicants who fail the required verification may have their scholarship eligibility cancelled. Annual Scholarship Assessment Chinese Government Scholarship recipients are required to participate in an annual scholarship assessment. According to the official Nanjing University notice, the annual assessment takes place between March and May each year. Students who successfully pass the annual assessment can continue receiving scholarship support according to the applicable rules. Students who fail the annual assessment may have their scholarship suspended or cancelled. Therefore, receiving the scholarship initially does not remove the requirement to maintain satisfactory academic and conduct standards throughout the study period. Study Requirements Scholarship students are required to study full-time at Nanjing University. The official notice states that the programme does not support remote study. Scholarship recipients are also expected to complete their study, research, and thesis or dissertation work at the university according to the applicable regulations. Students must comply with Nanjing University's rules and regulations and the requirements of the Chinese Government Scholarship programme. Restriction on Transfer Scholarship recipients are not permitted to freely transfer to another university. The official notice states that the programme does not support transfer and that suspension of study can result in termination of the scholarship. Students should therefore select their programme and university carefully before applying. Other Chinese Scholarships Applicants who have already received another Chinese government scholarship for the 2027–2028 academic year are not eligible to apply for this particular scholarship programme. The official notice states that if an applicant is found to have concealed another scholarship or funding source, the Chinese Government Scholarship qualification may be cancelled and previously received scholarship funds may have to be returned. Applicants should therefore provide accurate information regarding any existing Chinese scholarship support. Available Academic Fields Nanjing University is a comprehensive university with a broad academic structure. The university offers Master's and doctoral programmes across multiple disciplines, including areas related to sciences, engineering, humanities, social sciences, business, medicine, and other academic fields. However, applicants must check the official 2027 programme catalogue to determine which specific programmes are available under the Chinese Government Scholarship Type B route. Not every university programme should automatically be assumed to be eligible for the scholarship. Research Opportunities The programme is particularly relevant for applicants interested in postgraduate research. Master's applicants should identify a suitable programme and research direction, while PhD applicants should pay particular attention to their research proposal, previous research experience, publications where applicable, Master's thesis, and potential academic supervisor. For doctoral applicants, the university's review process can involve academic and faculty-level assessment, making the quality and relevance of research materials important. No Separate Universal IELTS Rule Applicants should not interpret “without IELTS” claims circulating online as meaning that IELTS is never required. For Nanjing University's English-taught programmes under the 2027 Chinese Government Scholarship, the official scholarship notice explicitly requires an accepted English-language qualification, including IELTS 6.0, TOEFL 85, or Duolingo 100, unless the applicant meets an applicable university/programme-specific exemption

• Check the eligible 2027 Master’s or PhD programme
• prepare academic and supporting documents
• register at the Nanjing University International Student Online Service System
• select Chinese Government Scholarship B as the study programme
• upload all required documents
• submit the Nanjing University application between 1 November 2026 and 20 January 2027
• complete any supplementary document request
• wait for university review and pre-admission notice
• then complete the CSC online application by 17 March 2027 using agency number 10284 and Type B