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Tuesday, 22 May, 2012
Test of Proficiency in Putonghua
Test of Proficiency in Putonghua (TPP)
(This is a Putonghua test recognised by the CEF)

Press Release: Test of Proficiency in Putonghua 2012 (Chinese Version)

Test of Proficiency in Putonghua (TPP) 2012

Entry Qualifications
This proficiency test in Putonghua is offered by the HKEAA. There are no specific entry requirements. Those who are interested may apply.

Test Date
TPP is usually conducted in July annually.

Test Format
Revisions have been made to the TPP with effect from July 2006. While the TPP still consists of written (listening, transcription) and oral components and maintains a similar standard, candidates may now take the components indicated below individually or with combination:

  • Listening Test
  • Transcription Test
  • Oral Test

Leaflet (Chinese only)
Information Sheet (Chinese only)
Listening & Oral Descriptors (Chinese only)

Registration Procedures
Registration of TPP 2012 will commence from 12 March 2012. Entry Forms and Instructions to Applicants are available during the registration period at the HKEAA offices in Southorn Centre and San Po Kong. Related information and the entry forms can also be downloaded from the links below during the registration period. Completed entry forms may be submitted by post, in person or via an authorised representative to the HKEAA Southorn Centre office. Enquiries can be made with the Public Examinations Information Centre on 3628 8860.

Test of Proficiency in Putonghua – Registration

Applications for entry for TPP 2012 will be accepted in the following schedule:

12.3.2012 - 13.4.2012 Application by post-
completed entry forms to be submitted by post to the School Examinations and Assessment Division
(Address: 12/F, Southorn Centre, 130 Hennessy Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong)
12.3.2012 - 30.4.2012 Application in person / by an authorised representative-
completed entry forms to be submitted in person or via an authorised representative during office hours to the School Examinations and Assessment Division
(Address: 12/F, Southorn Centre, 130 Hennessy Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong)


Entry forms and Notes for Persons Entering for the Test are available at HKEAA offices at Southorn Centre, Wan Chai and San Po Kong during the registration period. These documents can also be downloaded here.


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