In accordance with the Peking University 2026 Admission Guidelines for Recommended Exempted Graduate Students (Main Campus), the School of Chemical Biology and Biotechnology is pleased to invite applications from outstanding final-year undergraduates across China for admission to its doctoral programs via the recommendation-based exemption scheme. The detailed provisions are as follows:
Basic Requirements
1. Uphold the leadership of the Communist Party of China, demonstrate good moral character, and comply with all laws and regulations.
2. Hold a recommendation for exemption from their home university.
3. Meet at least one of the following English proficiency requirements:
1. A score of 500 or higher on the National College English Test (CET-4).
2. A score of 445 or higher on the National College English Test (CET-6).
3. A pass grade on the Test for English Majors-Band 4 (TEM-4) or Band 8 (TEM-8).
4. A pass on the WSK (PETS 5) examination.
5. A TOEFL iBT score of 90 or above. Please note: We accept scores from a single test date only (superscores are not accepted). Test must have been taken after September 1, 2024.
6. A GRE score of 300 or above. Test must have been taken after September 1, 2021.
7. An IELTS (Academic) overall band score of 6.0 or above. Test must have been taken after September 1, 2024.
8. First-author of a research paper published in an English-language SCI-indexed journal.
Application Method and Procedure:
1. Online Application
1. Application Official Website: Peking University Graduate Admissions Portal (https://admission.pku.edu.cn/)
2. Application Period: From September 1, 2025 (10 AM) to September 10, 2025 (4 PM).
Applicants should complete their program selection through the Online Application Portal:
· College: Shenzhen Graduate School
· Program: Chemistry (Chemical Genomics), Code 070322
· Degree Type: Ph.D.
· School/Department: School of Chemical Biology and Biotechnology (including Shenzhen Bay Laboratory)
· Program Type: Direct-Entry Doctoral Program (Program Duration: 5 years)
2. Paper-Based Application Materials
1. One (1) copy of the "Peking University 2026 Application Form for Recommended Exempted Postgraduate Candidates".
Instructions:
a) The form must be generated and completed online. The printed copy must then be personally hand-signed by the applicant.
b) After printing the form, the "Recommender Information" section must be completed by hand in the space provided.
c) The academic ranking entered in the application system should be filled out according to the applicant's home institution. If a comprehensive ranking is not provided, either an academic performance ranking or major-specific ranking may be provided, with a note added to the application form to explain the basis of the ranking.
d) Please note that any update in the application system generates a new form application code, always use the latest version for printing.
e) The applicant's name and ID card number entered in the system must be accurate, as these details cannot be modified after submission.
2. One (1) copy of the "Peking University 2026 Personal Statement for Recommended Exempted Postgraduate Candidates" (downloadable from the application system; may be typed, printed, and then personally hand-signed by the applicant).
3. Two (2) letters of recommendation for Peking University's 2026 Recommended Exempted Graduate Admission, to be provided by two different experts in the applicant’s intended field of study holding the academic rank of Associate Professor or above (or equivalent professional title). Each letter must be personally hand-signed by the recommender, placed in a sealed envelope, and also signed across the seal flap.
4. One (1) official copy of the undergraduate academic transcript. The transcript must bear the official seal of the university's Academic Affairs Office (or a dedicated transcript seal), be placed in the school envelope, and have the same seal applied across the envelope flap.
5. One (1) copy of an English language proficiency certificate (a photocopy of the officially certified paper score report).
6. One (1) set of supporting documents, including copies of award certificates and the first page of any representative academic publications (if applicable), as well as other relevant supporting materials.
Important Notes:
a) Documents (1), (2), and (3) can be downloaded and printed from the Peking University Graduate Admissions Portal after submitting the application.
b) Documents (1) to (5) are mandatory. Submission of Document (6) is optional and should be provided based on the applicant's individual circumstances.
c) All application materials must be authentic and valid. Any form of falsification will result in immediate disqualification from the admission process.
Additional Requirements:
The Shenzhen Bay Laboratory doctoral applicants will be admitted to the Chemistry (Chemical Genomics) program. Applicants applying for the Shenzhen Bay Laboratory project must indicate "Shenzhen Bay Laboratory Project" and their intended research group(s) on the first page of the application form in pencil.
Mailing Instructions:
All application materials must be printed on A4 paper and arranged in the specified order. Please place them in an envelope without binding; a paper clip or binder clip may be used to secure the documents.
· A photocopy of the first page of the application form must be affixed to the exterior of the envelope.
· If applicable, the intended research group(s) may be noted in pencil on the first page of the application form.
All materials must be sent or delivered no later than 17:00 on September 10, 2025 to the following address:
Ms. Lu
Building F-203, Peking University Shenzhen Graduate School, University Town, Nanshan District, Shenzhen, Guangdong 518055, China
Tel: 0755-26033164
Important Reminders:
· Please use SF Express for delivery. Even for shipments within Shenzhen, courier service is required; instant delivery services are not acceptable.
· Please retain your tracking number and monitor the delivery status yourself.
· All materials must arrive by the specified deadline. Applications received after the deadline will not be accepted.
· Once submitted, application materials will not be returned.
· For special circumstances, you may call 0755-26033164 or email luyanan@pku.edu.cn for specific inquiries.
3. Application via the National Recommendation and Exemption Service System
The "National Information Disclosure and Management Service System for Recommended Exempted Postgraduate Candidates " (hereinafter referred to as the "NRE System", website: http://yz.chsi.com.cn/tm) administered by the Ministry of Education serves as the unified information registration, disclosure, and online application and admission platform for recommendation-based exemption procedures.
Applicants must possess the recommendation-for-exemption qualification granted by their home institution (as determined by the official list of recommended students submitted by the home institution to the NRE System). In accordance with the requirements of the Ministry of Education and the admitting school/department, applicants must log in to the NRE System to complete the following steps: register, fill in basic personal information, and complete the online application process, which includes uploading a digital photo, paying fees online, submitting program choices, confirming acceptance of an interview (if applicable), and finally confirming acceptance of any offer of admission.
Preliminary Review and Interview
1. Upon receipt of the application materials, the School will convene an expert panel to conduct a preliminary review. A list of candidates eligible for the interview will be determined based on this assessment. Shortlisted applicants are required to attend the interview at the time and in the format specified in the official notification from the department.
2. Interviews will be conducted on-site.
3. Admission is competitive and merit-based.
4. The interview will be conducted as a comprehensive assessment. In principle, the interview for each shortlisted candidate will last no less than 30 minutes. A minimum score of 60 points is required to pass the interview. Candidates who fail to achieve a passing score will not be considered for admission.
5. The School will assess the ideological and moral character of candidates throughout the interview and admission process. This evaluation, conducted in a practical and realistic manner, will focus on the candidate's political stance, ideological inclinations, moral quality, law-abiding conduct, and personal integrity. Candidates who fail to meet the standards in this assessment will not be admitted.
For detailed interview rules and specific arrangements, please refer to the official notice on the School's website: http://scbb.pkusz.edu.cn
Provisional Admission and Public Notification
1. The School will determine a list of candidates for provisional admission based on the interview results, selecting the most outstanding applicants. If an applicant who has passed the School's interview and obtained provisional admission status fails to secure the recommendation-for-exemption qualification from their home university, their provisional admission status will become invalid.
2. The School will send provisional admission notifications to intended candidates via the National Recommendation and Exemption Service System. Applicants must confirm their acceptance of the provisional admission online within the period specified by the School. Failure to accept or confirm within the stipulated timeframe will result in the revocation of the provisional admission status.
3. The list of intended admittees will be published online by the School no later than October 20, 2025. Applicants may check this list on the School's official website or the Peking University Graduate Admissions Website. Any inquiries must be raised with the School within the public notification period.
4. Once admitted as a recommended exempted student by our School, the applicant will be ineligible to apply for that year's master's degree program admission examinations. Violation of this rule will lead to the cancellation of their admission status.
Final Review and Enrollment
Prior to the issuance of the official admission letter, the University will conduct a final qualification review of the recommended exempted students in accordance with the following requirements. Failure to pass this review will result in the revocation of the provisional admission status.
1. The student must have completed all credit requirements stipulated in their undergraduate program, including the completion of all prescribed courses, practical training components, and the undergraduate thesis or internship.
2. The undergraduate thesis or graduation design must have received a grade of "Good" or 80 points or higher.
3. Following the attainment of the recommended exemption qualification, no failing grades are permitted in any compulsory undergraduate courses.
4. From the time of obtaining the recommended exemption qualification until the date of enrollment, the student must have no record of violating laws, regulations, or receiving disciplinary sanctions.
Upon enrollment, successfully admitted students must present their original ID card, bachelor's degree certificate, and undergraduate graduation diploma for verification during registration. Failure to obtain both the bachelor's degree and undergraduate graduation diploma prior to enrollment will result in revocation of admission status.
Additional Matters
1. Applicants must guarantee the authenticity of all personal information, application details, and submitted documents. Any verified instances of academic misconduct, professional ethics violations, or lack of integrity—whenever identified—will lead to the revocation of application and admission eligibility, with formal notification sent to the applicant's home institution.
2. In the event that new enrollment policies are issued by higher-level authorities for the 2026 academic year, the School will make corresponding adjustments and announce them promptly.
3. Applicants are responsible for regularly checking relevant documents and notices published or disseminated by the University and the admitting School. Any and all consequences resulting from an applicant's personal negligence or failure to do so shall be borne solely by the applicant.
Contact Information
Contact Person: Ms. Lu
Inquiry Tel: 0755-26033164
Inquiry Email: luyanan@pku.edu.cn
Address: Room F-203, Peking University Campus, 2199 Lishui Road, Nanshan District, Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, China
School of Chemical Biology and Biotechnology, Peking University
September 2, 2025
