Henan Government Scholarship 2027: eligibility, funding, deadline and how to apply

🇨🇳 China · Offered by Henan education authorities · For Master's, PhD applicants.

Updated 10 November 2026 · Researched from the sources listed at the end. Confirm current details on the official website before you apply.

Country: 🇨🇳 China
Provider: Henan education authorities
Degree levels: Master's, PhD
Funding: Mainly a tuition award: up to CNY 30,000/year (Master's) and about CNY 40,000/year (PhD); some universities add a living allowance for PhD.
Deadline: Set by each Henan university, usually Jan–Jun (e.g. Zhengzhou University 31 May 2026).
Expected opening: Expected Jan 2027 (university notices)
Duration: Awarded per year and usually renewed after an annual review, for the normal length of the degree.
Professor contact: Recommended: a professor's support or acceptance letter makes the application stronger.

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About the Henan Government Scholarship

Provincial/municipal scholarship for international students at universities in Henan, usually full or partial (Type A/B). Apply through the host university's international office, often together with admission; a professor's support helps.

Eligibility

Who can apply

Non-Chinese citizens in good health (Pakistan qualifies). Usually cannot hold another Chinese government scholarship at the same time.

Academic requirements

Master's: Bachelor's degree, usually under 35. PhD: Master's degree, usually under 40. Good academic record; admission to a university in the province.

Language requirements

English-taught programmes: IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL 80 or proof of English-medium study. Chinese-taught: usually HSK 4–5. Set by the host university.

What the scholarship covers

Mainly a tuition award: up to CNY 30,000/year (Master's) and about CNY 40,000/year (PhD); some universities add a living allowance for PhD.

Tuition: Full tuition up to the annual cap.
Stipend and benefits: Mainly a tuition award: up to CNY 30,000/year (Master's) and about CNY 40,000/year (PhD); some universities add a living allowance for PhD.
Duration: Awarded per year and usually renewed after an annual review, for the normal length of the degree.

Deadline and opening date

Set by each Henan university, usually Jan–Jun (e.g. Zhengzhou University 31 May 2026).

Expected opening: Expected Jan 2027 (university notices).

Required documents

University online application
Passport
Notarized degree certificate and transcripts
Study/research plan
Two recommendation letters
Foreigner physical examination form
Non-criminal record
Language certificate
Acceptance letter from a supervisor (if the university asks)

How to apply

Apply to a university in Henan and select the Henan government scholarship in its application (or via its international office). The university nominates to the provincial education department.

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Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for the Henan Government Scholarship?

Non-Chinese citizens in good health (Pakistan qualifies). Usually cannot hold another Chinese government scholarship at the same time. Master's: Bachelor's degree, usually under 35. PhD: Master's degree, usually under 40. Good academic record; admission to a university in the province.

What does the Henan Government Scholarship cover?

Mainly a tuition award: up to CNY 30,000/year (Master's) and about CNY 40,000/year (PhD); some universities add a living allowance for PhD. Mainly a tuition award: up to CNY 30,000/year (Master's) and about CNY 40,000/year (PhD); some universities add a living allowance for PhD.

What is the Henan Government Scholarship deadline?

Set by each Henan university, usually Jan–Jun (e.g. Zhengzhou University 31 May 2026). Expected opening: Expected Jan 2027 (university notices).

Is IELTS required for the Henan Government Scholarship?

English-taught programmes: IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL 80 or proof of English-medium study. Chinese-taught: usually HSK 4–5. Set by the host university.

Do I need a supervisor or professor's acceptance for the Henan Government Scholarship?

Recommended: a professor's support or acceptance letter makes the application stronger.

How do I apply for the Henan Government Scholarship?