Chongqing Jiaotong University CSC Scholarship 2026 — Full Guide
Complete guide to applying for the Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC) at Chongqing Jiaotong University in Chongqing, Chongqing.
Quick Overview
| Scholarship | Type B (Chinese University Program) |
| Degree Levels | Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, General Scholar, Senior Scholar |
| Deadline | January – April 2026 (varies by channel) |
| Monthly Stipend | ¥2,500 (Bachelor's) · ¥3,000 (Master's) · ¥3,500 (PhD) |
| Language | English or Chinese (program-dependent) |
| Agency Number | 10618 |
CSC Scholarship Benefits at Chongqing Jiaotong University
The Chinese Government Scholarship at Chongqing Jiaotong University is fully funded and covers:
- Full tuition waiver — all academic fees covered
- On-campus accommodation — university dormitory provided free of charge
- Monthly stipend — ¥2,500 (Bachelor's), ¥3,000 (Master's), ¥3,500 (PhD)
- Comprehensive medical insurance — provided by the Chinese government
- Settlement allowance — one-time payment upon arrival
International travel costs are not included and must be arranged and paid by the student.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for the CSC scholarship at Chongqing Jiaotong University, you must meet the following criteria:
- Be a citizen of a country other than the People's Republic of China
- Be in good health and meet the physical examination requirements
- Bachelor's applicants: high school diploma, under 25 years old
- Master's applicants: bachelor's degree, under 35 years old
- PhD applicants: master's degree, under 40 years old
- Meet the language requirements of the chosen program (English proficiency or HSK for Chinese-taught programs)
- Not be receiving any other Chinese government scholarship at the time of application
Available Programs & Subjects
Chongqing Jiaotong University offers a wide range of programs for international students across multiple faculties. For the most up-to-date list of programs accepting CSC scholarship students, visit the university's international admissions page or search for Chongqing Jiaotong University on the CSC Study in China portal.
How to Apply — Step by Step
There are two main channels to apply for the CSC scholarship at Chongqing Jiaotong University:
Channel 1: Apply Directly to Chongqing Jiaotong University (University Route)
- Contact a professor — email potential supervisors at Chongqing Jiaotong University with your CV and research interests. Securing an acceptance letter greatly improves your chances.
- Create your CSC account — register at campuschina.org and begin the online application. Use agency number 10618.
- Complete the CSC application form — fill in your personal details, education history, study plan, and preferred program.
- Upload and prepare documents — gather all required documents (see checklist below) and upload them to the CSC portal.
- Submit to Chongqing Jiaotong University — also apply through Chongqing Jiaotong University's own international admission portal if required.
- Wait for results — results are typically announced between June and August.
Channel 2: Apply Through Your Country's Embassy (Bilateral Route)
- Check your embassy's deadline — contact the Chinese embassy or your country's education ministry for the bilateral program deadline and requirements.
- Complete the CSC online application — same process as above at campuschina.org.
- Submit to your embassy — deliver printed application materials to the designated authority in your country.
- Embassy nominates candidates — your embassy shortlists and forwards applications to CSC.
Required Documents
Prepare the following documents for your CSC application to Chongqing Jiaotong University:
- CSC Application Form (printed from campuschina.org)
- Highest degree diploma (notarized copy)
- Academic transcripts (notarized copy)
- Study plan or research proposal (minimum 800 words)
- Two recommendation letters from professors or associate professors
- Valid passport copy
- Foreigner Physical Examination Form (completed within 6 months)
- Language proficiency certificate — English: IELTS/TOEFL (or university attestation); Chinese: HSK certificate
- Acceptance letter or pre-admission letter from Chongqing Jiaotong University (if available)
- Published papers or academic achievements (if applicable, especially for PhD)
- No Criminal Record certificate
All documents not in Chinese or English must be notarized translations.
Application Deadline
| Application Channel | Typical Deadline |
|---|---|
| University Direct (Chongqing Jiaotong University) | February – April 2026 |
| Embassy / Bilateral Program | December 2025 – March 2026 (varies by country) |
| CSC Online System Closes | Usually end of April 2026 |
Always verify exact deadlines on the Chongqing Jiaotong University website and your country's embassy.
Tips for a Strong Application
- Chongqing Jiaotong University can be an excellent strategic choice with lower competition than top-tier universities.
- A well-written study plan matters even more at less competitive universities — show clear motivation and research direction.
- Contact professors directly through the university website. Smaller universities often have more responsive faculty.
- Submit your application as early as possible. Late applications often face stricter review.
- Have all documents professionally translated and notarized well before the deadline.
About Chongqing Jiaotong University
Introduction
Chongqing Jiaotong University (CQJTU) is a municipal public university in Nan'an, Chongqing, China. It is affiliated with the City of Chongqing.
Programs
Chongqing Jiaotong University is authorized to confer three Ph.D. degree programs, 27 master's degree programs and 42 bachelor degree majors. It is qualified to confer master's degrees to personnel of the same academic background and authority to confer engineering master's degrees in five fields.
The total enrollment of full-time students is over 16,000.
Staff
The university has a staff of 1,700 including 1,000 academic faculty members.
In addition, the university has 120 talents including top-level candidates of the “thousands and hundreds talents project” of the Ministry of Communications (MOC), scientific and technical talents of the MOC, top-class academic and technological leaders of the Chongqing Municipality and provincial-ministerial-level specialists and experts, all entitled to governmental special allowances of the State Council.
The university has engaged over 140 part-time professors including academics of the China Academy, the China Academy of Engineering, foreign academics, experts and scholars both home and abroad.
Teaching
In 2001, the university underwent a teaching level evaluation of normal college undergraduates given by the Ministry of Education and the evaluation result was “Fine”. The graduate supply of the university falls short of demands and initial employment rate of normal college graduates has exceeded 90% for eight consecutive years. Over 50 years of operation, the university has cultivated over 40,000 graduates for the State including Zhemg Jielian, academic of the China Academy of Engineering, and Liu Xiaofeng, vice governor of Sichuan Province.
Research
In the last five years[when?] the university has undertaken 40 scientific research programs of State grade, 250 scientific and research programs of provincial and ministerial grades and has published 100 academic works and 4,000 academic papers.
The university has obtained 20 patents for inventions.
It has issued three public academic journals among which Applied Mathematics and Mechanism (whose chief editor Qian Weichang is an academic of the China Academy of Science) is mainly operated by the university and included in SCI and EI. The journal is published in Chinese and English versions to more than 50 states and districts all over the world. The Journal of Chongqing Jiaotong University (natural science edition) is a scientific and technological journal associated with the university.
Library
The university library has 1.4 million books and a broadband Internet network that covers the entire campus.
Campuses
Nan’an Campus
Located at No. 66 Xuefu Avenue, Nan’an District, Chongqing, the Nan’an Campus serves as the main campus of Chongqing Jiaotong University. It houses the university’s administrative center and major research facilities. This campus primarily accommodates third- and fourth-year undergraduate students as well as postgraduate students. Academic and research buildings include the Mingde Building, Teaching Buildings No. 1–4, and the Language Laboratory Building. Student housing is provided in residential areas such as Huiyuan and Zhiyuan.
Science City Campus
The Science City Campus is located in Shuangfu New District, Jiangjin District, Chongqing. It was largely completed in 2011 and began hosting first-year students that same year. The campus is primarily responsible for the education of first- and second-year undergraduate students. Situated in a gently rolling area, the campus features Lizi Lake, which spans approximately 115 mu (7.7 hectares). Plans include 2,500 mu (170 ha) of land for academic and research use, with a total building area of 850,000 square metres (85 ha). Additionally, 400 mu (27) to 500 mu (33 ha) is designated for the development of residential facilities for faculty and staff. Facilities currently in operation include the First Teaching Building, the Experimental Center, the Science City Campus Library, Deyuan Residential Area, Deyuan Service Center, and the Student Activity Center.
Awards
Since 2000, after receiving State invention award in 1996 and the second and the third prizes of the State scientific and technological progress in 1998, the university has received another three State prizes: the State first prize and the second prize for scientific and technological progress, the State second prize for teaching fruit.
International collaboration
Chongqing Jiaotong University has cooperative relationships with 30 foreign universities and scientific research units including the University of Texas in United States, University of Hannover in Germany, University of St. Petersburg in Russia, University of Burgos in Spain and University of Hanoi in Vietnam. Since 2004, the university has started to enroll overseas students.
Disclaimer: The university information above is sourced from Wikipedia and may not reflect the most current data. We recommend verifying details on the official Chongqing Jiaotong University website.
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