YCT Test Prep & Study Resources
Prepare for the YCT with practice tests, online mock exams, study materials, and textbook resources for Levels 1–4. Use them to review vocabulary, understand the test format, and get more practice before exam day.
Printable vocabulary lists for each level are available on our Printables page.
These sample tests were provided by Hanban (汉办), the Chinese Ministry of Education organization that developed the YCT exam. For official exam information, visit Chinese Test Service.
YCT Resources
★ Practice YCT Levels 1–4 with timed online mock tests based on questions from past exams. HSKCourse offers YCT practice through their website, including YCT mock tests for Levels 1–4 with listening and reading questions, countdown timers and automatic scoring. Multiple tests are available for each level, and the page also includes a helpful comparison of YCT and HSK levels. Some practice is available free, while access to the complete test library requires a paid membership.
Free / Paid
★ Practice with authentic YCT exams using official test structure, timing, question types, and scoring. HSK Mock is an official HSK and YCT mock testing platform recognized by Chinese Testing International, offering YCT Levels 1–4 practice with real past papers, exam information, sample questions, vocabulary review, immediate scoring, and progress tracking. Free practice and study tools are available, while full mock exams can be purchased. Visit their YCT practice page. Available on Android and iOS.
Limited Free / Paid
★ Authorized YCT textbooks combine structured lessons with exam-focused practice. YCT Standard Course is a six-book series for YCT Levels 1–4, featuring vocabulary, grammar, activities, stories, songs, and model test practice. Learn more on their website. Purchase the series from China Books, Purple Culture and other retailers.
Textbook Series