Chinese Government Scholarship 2026 at Northeast Agricultural University (NEAU) – Fully Funded

Job Description

Opportunity Description

The Chinese Government Scholarship (CGS) 2026 is a fully funded international scholarship offered at Northeast Agricultural University (NEAU) in Harbin, China. This opportunity is available for high-level international postgraduate students who wish to pursue advanced studies in China. Applicants from Afghanistan and other non-Chinese countries are eligible to apply.

This scholarship supports Master’s and PhD studies in a wide range of academic fields. Programs are offered in Chinese and English, depending on the discipline. The scholarship is administered under Chinese Government Scholarship – Program Category B and aims to attract academically strong students with solid research potential to China’s higher education system.

About Northeast Agricultural University (NEAU)

Northeast Agricultural University (NEAU) is located in Harbin, famously known as China’s “Ice City.” It is a key provincial university under Heilongjiang Province and is included in China’s prestigious “211 Project” and “Double First-Class” initiative.

NEAU consists of 17 colleges and one teaching department, offering education from undergraduate to postdoctoral levels. The university hosts 10 postdoctoral research stations, 12 first-level doctoral programs, and 21 first-level master’s programs, covering disciplines such as agriculture, engineering, science, economics, management, and life sciences.

Scholarship Benefits

The Chinese Government Scholarship at NEAU covers all major expenses for the duration of study, including:

• Full tuition fee waiver

• Free university accommodation

• Registration fee exemption

• Annual medical insurance

• Monthly living allowance:

  • 3,000 RMB for Master’s students

  • 3,500 RMB for PhD students

This comprehensive funding allows students to focus fully on academic and research activities in China.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Must be a non-Chinese citizen

• Must hold a valid passport (valid until at least September 2026)

• Must be in good physical and mental health

• Must comply with Chinese laws and university regulations

• Must demonstrate strong academic background and research ability

Educational Background and Age Limits

• Master’s applicants:

  • Bachelor’s degree

  • Under 35 years old

• PhD applicants:

  • Master’s degree

  • Under 40 years old

Language Requirements

Applicants must meet one of the following language requirements:

• Chinese-taught programs:

  • HSK Level 4 certificate

• English-taught programs:

  • TOEFL ≥ 95 or IELTS ≥ 6.5

• Native English speakers are exempt from submitting English language test scores

Fields of Study

The Chinese Government Scholarship at NEAU offers a wide range of academic fields, including:

• Agriculture and Plant Sciences

• Animal and Veterinary Sciences

• Food Science and Engineering

• Life Sciences

• Engineering and Technology

• Economics and Management

• Resources, Environment, and Climate Studies

• Artificial Intelligence in Agriculture

Programs are offered in Chinese and/or English, depending on the discipline and degree level.

Required Documents

Applicants must prepare and upload the following documents (all in PDF format):

• Notarized highest academic degree certificate

• Notarized academic transcripts (Chinese or English)

• Study or Research Plan (minimum 1,000 words, Chinese or English)

• Two recommendation letters from professors or associate professors

• Valid passport copy

• Foreigner Physical Examination Record (valid for 6 months)

• Language proficiency certificate (HSK / TOEFL / IELTS, if applicable)

• Certificate of No Criminal Record

• Academic publications or achievements (if available)

• Supervisor’s acceptance letter (if available)

How to apply?

To apply for the Chinese Government Scholarship at NEAU, applicants must apply through two online systems.

Step-by-Step Application Process

Step 1: Application Period
Submit applications between November 1, 2025 – March 15, 2026

Step 2: Apply Through Both Systems

• CSC Online Application System

  • Institution Code: 10224

  • Program Category: B

• NEAU International Student Admission System

Step 3: Upload Documents
Ensure all documents are complete and identical in both systems

Step 4: University Review
NEAU reviews all submitted applications

Step 5: Admission Results
Successful applicants are notified

Step 6: Admission Notice & Visa Documents
Admitted students receive official admission and visa forms

Important: Applications will be rejected if registration is incomplete in either system or documents do not match.

Apply via CSC Application Portal

Apply Via NEAU Admission System 

Official Link

CSC Application Portal

NEAU International Admission System

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