Applications are now open for the CUMT 2026/2027 Chinese Government Scholarship Silk Road Program. This fully funded scholarship is offered by the China University of Mining and Technology (CUMT) under the Chinese Government Scholarship scheme. It supports international students from selected countries who want to pursue undergraduate, masters, or PhD degrees in engineering and related fields in China. The program provides full financial support with no application fee. The deadline to apply is 22 May 2026 for the September 2026 intake. For more BS, MS, Phd, Postdoc Positions visit here.
Key Details:
- Host University: China University of Mining and Technology (CUMT)
- Host Country: China
- Degree Levels: Bachelor, Master, and PhD
- Application Deadline: 22 May 2026
- Scholarship Type: Fully funded
- Application Fee: None
What This Scholarship Offers:
- Full tuition fee coverage
- Free university dormitory or accommodation subsidy
- Monthly living stipend
- Comprehensive medical insurance
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Eligibility Criteria:
- You must be a citizen of one of the target countries (not Chinese citizen) and in good physical and mental health.
- Age limit: under 25 for Bachelor, under 35 for Master, and under 40 for PhD.
- Hold the required previous degree (high school for Bachelor, Bachelor degree for Master, Master degree for PhD).
- Meet language requirements: HSK Level 4 for Chinese taught programs or IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL 85 / Duolingo 110 for English taught programs.
- Meet the academic and other admission requirements set by CUMT.
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Programs Available:
| Majors | Degree Level | Language of Instruction | Target Countries |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mining Engineering | Master/PhD | Chinese/English | Uzbekistan, Bangladesh, Russia, Pakistan, Kazakhstan, Mongolia, Vietnam, Indonesia, Cameroon, Guinea |
| Safety Science and Engineering | Master/PhD | English | Uzbekistan, Bangladesh, Russia, Pakistan, Kazakhstan, Mongolia, Vietnam, Indonesia, Cameroon, Guinea |
| Science and Technology of Surveying and Mapping | Master/PhD | Chinese/English | Uzbekistan, Bangladesh, Russia, Pakistan, Kazakhstan, Mongolia, Vietnam, Indonesia, Cameroon, Guinea |
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor | Chinese | Uzbekistan, Bangladesh, Russia, Pakistan, Kazakhstan, Mongolia, Vietnam, Indonesia, Cameroon, Guinea |
| Mechanical Engineering | Master/PhD | Chinese/English | Uzbekistan, Bangladesh, Russia, Pakistan, Kazakhstan, Mongolia, Vietnam, Indonesia, Cameroon, Guinea |
| Electrical Engineering | Master/PhD | Chinese/English | Uzbekistan, Bangladesh, Russia, Pakistan, Kazakhstan, Mongolia, Vietnam, Indonesia, Cameroon, Guinea |
Required Application Documents:
- Application Form for Chinese Government Scholarship (filled in Chinese or English).
- Passport home page.
- Notarized highest education certificate (or expected graduation certificate if still studying).
- Academic transcripts.
- Language proficiency proof.
- Study Plan (minimum 1000 words in Chinese or English).
- Two recommendation letters from professors or associate professors.
- Acceptance Letter from a CUMT professor (required for Master’s and PhD). → Download format and supervisor list from CUMT website.
- Foreigner Physical Examination Form (valid for 6 months).
- Non-criminal record certificate (issued within last 6 months).
- CSCA score report (for Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering).
- Legal guardian documents (if applicant is under 18).
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How to Apply:
- Visit the official CSC website at campuschina.org and register.
- Fill the online application form and select Program Category Type B.
- Enter CUMT Agency Number: 10290.
- Upload all required documents including study plan, recommendation letters, acceptance letter (for Master and PhD), and others.
- Submit the application before the deadline.
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