MOFCOM Scholarship (Chinese Government Scholarship — Ministry of Commerce) 2027: eligibility, funding, deadline and how to apply

🇨🇳 China · Offered by Ministry of Commerce of China · 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: Ministry of Commerce of China
Degree levels: Master's, PhD
Funding: Tuition, accommodation, medical insurance, round-trip international airfare, settlement allowance and living stipend.
Deadline: EAD issued the 2026 call on 14 Apr 2026. The 2027 round is expected around Mar–May 2027 (unconfirmed).
Expected opening: Expected Mar–Apr 2027 (based on the 2026 EAD notice)
Duration: Master's 1–2 years; PhD 3–4 years.
Professor contact: Not required to apply.

Official website Application page

About the MOFCOM Scholarship (Chinese Government Scholarship

Master's and PhD programs for officials and professionals from developing countries, usually nominated through government channels and the Chinese embassy's economic and commercial office.

Eligibility

Who can apply

Academic requirements

Master's: Bachelor's degree, usually under 45, with work experience (often 2+ years in government or public sector). PhD: Master's degree, usually under 50, in a senior position.

Language requirements

English-taught programmes; proof of English proficiency as the university requires.

What the scholarship covers

Tuition, accommodation, medical insurance, round-trip international airfare, settlement allowance and living stipend.

Tuition: 100% tuition.
Stipend and benefits: Living stipend reported at up to CNY 42,000 per year (unverified figure from a scholarship site), plus a one-time settlement allowance.
Duration: Master's 1–2 years; PhD 3–4 years.

Deadline and opening date

EAD issued the 2026 call on 14 Apr 2026. The 2027 round is expected around Mar–May 2027 (unconfirmed).

Expected opening: Expected Mar–Apr 2027 (based on the 2026 EAD notice).

Required documents

CSC online application (agency number 00010 for MOFCOM)
University application
Passport
Notarized degree certificates and transcripts
Two recommendation letters
Employer nomination/NOC
Foreigner physical examination form
Study plan

How to apply

Choose a MOFCOM-listed programme at a Chinese university, get nominated through EAD/your employer, submit documents to the Economic and Commercial Office of the Chinese Embassy, and complete the CSC online application.

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Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for the MOFCOM Scholarship (Chinese Government Scholarship?

Officials and professionals from developing countries, including Pakistan. In Pakistan, nominations go through the Economic Affairs Division (EAD); the 2026 round had 15 slots, mainly for government officials. Master's: Bachelor's degree, usually under 45, with work experience (often 2+ years in government or public sector). PhD: Master's degree, usually under 50, in a senior position.

What does the MOFCOM Scholarship (Chinese Government Scholarship cover?

Tuition, accommodation, medical insurance, round-trip international airfare, settlement allowance and living stipend. Living stipend reported at up to CNY 42,000 per year (unverified figure from a scholarship site), plus a one-time settlement allowance.

What is the MOFCOM Scholarship (Chinese Government Scholarship deadline?

EAD issued the 2026 call on 14 Apr 2026. The 2027 round is expected around Mar–May 2027 (unconfirmed). Expected opening: Expected Mar–Apr 2027 (based on the 2026 EAD notice).

Is IELTS required for the MOFCOM Scholarship (Chinese Government Scholarship?

English-taught programmes; proof of English proficiency as the university requires.

Do I need a supervisor or professor's acceptance for the MOFCOM Scholarship (Chinese Government Scholarship?

Not required to apply.

How do I apply for the MOFCOM Scholarship (Chinese Government Scholarship?

Sources

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