Gaokao (理科) (National College Entrance Examination — Science Stream (China)) — Free Online Mock Test
Gaokao 理科 (Science stream), 750 marks across 6 subjects: Chinese 语文 (150), Mathematics 数学 (150), English 英语 (150), and the 理综 science paper — Physics 物理 (110), Chemistry 化学 (100), Biology 生物 (90). 逐科练习见下方。 · Official language: Chinese (中文).
Gaokao (理科) exam at a glance
Gaokao (理科) full-length mock tests
Attempt 50 full-length Gaokao (理科) mock tests, each a distinct question set built on the real 150-question, 540-minute pattern — with instant scoring and section-wise analysis. The first 3 are free.
Gaokao (理科) key facts & eligibility
| Conducting body | China’s Ministry of Education and provincial examination authorities |
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| Official website | moe.gov.cn ↗ |
| Mode | The Gaokao (National College Entrance Examination, 高考) — the standardised national exam that determines admission of high-school graduates to Chinese universities. National policy is set by the Ministry of Education, while each province administers its own papers. |
| Frequency | Held once a year, typically in early June over about two to three days. |
| Scoring & marking | Structure varies by province. Under the common "3+1+2" model there are three compulsory subjects — Chinese, Mathematics and a foreign language (usually English), each out of 150 — plus one of Physics or History and two further electives, for a total commonly of 750 (a "3+3" model is used in some provinces, and totals such as Shanghai’s 660 differ). Scoring is subject-specific, and some elective scores are scaled or grade-converted before being summed. |
| Score validity | The score is valid for the current year’s admission cycle only; candidates re-sit the exam to apply again. |
| Language | Chinese (the foreign-language subject is usually English, with other options in some provinces). |
Who is eligible for Gaokao (理科)?
Chinese high-school graduates (or equivalent) meeting provincial registration requirements.
Last verified July 2026 against Ministry of Education of the PRC. Always confirm current details on the official website before you register.
Gaokao (理科) section breakdown
The Gaokao (理科) mock test on Wrexa Edge replicates the real exam's section structure — same names, same question count per section, same time limits. No inter-section breaks — the timer runs continuously.
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Chinese 语文 (150分)
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Mathematics 数学 (150分)
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English 英语 (150分)
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理综 · Physics 物理 (110分)
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理综 · Chemistry 化学 (100分)
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理综 · Biology 生物 (90分)
Gaokao (理科) scoring & marking scheme
Strategy: Gaokao (理科) has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.
Scale: Gaokao 理科 (0-750).
How Gaokao (理科) is conducted
- Mode
- Test format
- Backtracking
- Mark for review
Gaokao (理科) time strategy
With 150 questions in 540 minutes, you have about 216 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
- Chinese 语文 (150分)
- Mathematics 数学 (150分)
- English 英语 (150分)
- 理综 · Physics 物理 (110分)
- 理综 · Chemistry 化学 (100分)
- 理综 · Biology 生物 (90分)
Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.
Gaokao (理科) topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of Gaokao (理科), the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
Chinese 语文 (150分)
- 语文 — 古诗文 · 14
- 语文 — 成语 · 13
- 语文 — 文学常识 · 3
Mathematics 数学 (150分)
- 数学 — 三角函数 · 5
- 数学 — 数列 · 4
- 数学 — 平面向量 · 4
- 数学 — 圆锥曲线 · 3
- 数学 — 复数 · 3
- 数学 — 导数 · 2
- 数学 — 解析几何 · 2
- 数学 — 概率 · 2
English 英语 (150分)
- English · 15
- Reading — Globalization · 1
- Reading — Trade History · 1
- Reading — Vaccines · 1
- Reading — Computer Science · 1
- Reading — Marine Biology · 1
- Reading — Neural Networks · 1
- Grammar — Subject-Verb Agreement · 1
理综 · Physics 物理 (110分)
- 物理 — 振动与波 · 4
- 物理 — 牛顿定律 · 3
- 物理 — 电场 · 3
- 物理 — 电磁感应 · 3
- 物理 — 光学 · 3
- 物理 — 磁场 · 2
- 物理 — 能量 · 1
- 物理 — 光电效应 · 1
理综 · Chemistry 化学 (100分)
- 化学 — 电化学 · 5
- 化学 — 化学平衡 · 4
- 化学 — 有机化学 · 4
- 化学 — 反应与能量 · 3
- 化学 — 化学实验 · 3
- Chemistry · 1
理综 · Biology 生物 (90分)
- 生物 — 调节 · 4
- 生物 — 生态系统 · 4
- 生物 — 遗传 · 3
- 生物 — 变异 · 2
- 生物 — 进化 · 2
- 生物 — 光合作用 · 1
- 生物 — 呼吸作用 · 1
- Biology · 1
Gaokao (理科) difficulty calibration
Elite tier. Elite-tier: among the toughest exams in its category. Most successful candidates prepare for 6-12+ months.
Gaokao 理科 (Science stream), 750 marks across 6 subjects: Chinese 语文 (150), Mathematics 数学 (150), English 英语 (150), and the 理综 science paper — Physics 物理 (110), Chemistry 化学 (100), Biology 生物 (90). 逐科练习见下方。 · Official language: Chinese (中文).
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Expert take: what Gaokao (理科) really tests
The Gaokao (National College Entrance Examination) is the standardised national exam that determines undergraduate admission across China. National policy is set by the Ministry of Education while provinces administer their own papers. Under the common "3+1+2" model there are three compulsory subjects — Chinese, Mathematics and a foreign language (each out of 150) — plus one of Physics or History and two further electives, for a total commonly of 750 (a "3+3" model and different totals apply in some provinces). The score is valid for the current year’s admission cycle only.
Preparation tips
- Confirm your province’s model (3+1+2 or 3+3) and electives.
- Prioritise the three compulsory subjects — each is out of 150.
- Practise provincial past papers under full timing.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Assuming a single national structure — it varies by province.
- Neglecting elective-subject scaling in the total.
Gaokao (理科) study plan
A phase-by-phase roadmap from your first concept to test-ready. Stretch or compress each phase to fit the time you have before your attempt.
- Chinese language
- Mathematics
- Foreign language (usually English)
- Physics or History
- Two further electives
- Provincial model (3+1+2 or 3+3)
- Provincial past papers
- Timed full papers
- Total commonly 750
Where Gaokao (理科) can take you
A strong Gaokao (理科) result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:
- Chinese university admission
- Province-specific
Best books & official prep for Gaokao (理科)
- Provincial Gaokao syllabi & past papers — Provincial examination authorities
- Subject revision guides — Various
Official practice: Follow your province’s Gaokao syllabus across the compulsory and elective subjects and practise provincial past papers; the structure and total vary by province.
Previous-year papers: Provincial examination authorities release Gaokao past papers.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Gaokao (理科) exam pattern?
- National College Entrance Examination — Science Stream (China) contains 150 questions across 6 sections: Chinese 语文 (150分), Mathematics 数学 (150分), English 英语 (150分), 理综 · Physics 物理 (110分), 理综 · Chemistry 化学 (100分), 理综 · Biology 生物 (90分). Total duration is 540 minutes (about 216 seconds per question).
- Does Gaokao (理科) have negative marking?
- No — Gaokao (理科) has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, so attempt every question.
- How is Gaokao (理科) scored?
- Scaled score range: 0 to 750. Gaokao 理科 (0-750).
- How can I practise Gaokao (理科) online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you 3 free full-length Gaokao (理科) mock tests — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 47 more with Pro. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.
- What is the difficulty level of Gaokao (理科)?
- Gaokao (理科) is rated Elite difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Elite-tier: among the toughest exams in its category. Most successful candidates prepare for 6-12+ months. Gaokao 理科 (Science stream), 750 marks across 6 subjects: Chinese 语文 (150), Mathematics 数学 (150), English 英语 (150), and the 理综 science paper — Physics 物理 (110), Chemistry 化学 (100), Biology 生物 (90). 逐科练习见下方。 · Official language: Chinese (中文).
- How long is the Gaokao (理科) exam?
- Gaokao (理科) runs for 540 minutes total across 6 sections. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including no inter-section breaks.
- What topics are covered in Gaokao (理科)?
- Gaokao (理科) is split into: Chinese 语文 (150分), Mathematics 数学 (150分), English 英语 (150分), 理综 · Physics 物理 (110分), 理综 · Chemistry 化学 (100分), 理综 · Biology 生物 (90分). Each section is timed and weighted separately. Gaokao 理科 (Science stream), 750 marks across 6 subjects: Chinese 语文 (150), Mathematics 数学 (150), English 英语 (150), and the 理综 science paper — Physics 物理 (110), Chemistry 化学 (100), Biology 生物 (90). 逐科练习见下方。 · Official language: Chinese (中文).
- What tools or aids are allowed during Gaokao (理科)?
- No special tools are required.
- Is the Gaokao (理科) test adaptive?
- No — Gaokao (理科) is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many Gaokao (理科) mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct Gaokao (理科) variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 3 free for everyone and 47 more with Pro. That's 7500 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free Gaokao (理科) test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge Gaokao (理科) test series for 2026 gives you 3 free full-length mock tests (50 in total) plus subject-wise and topic-wise tests — instant scoring and detailed analysis, no card required.
- Are Gaokao (理科) previous year question–style papers included?
- Every Gaokao (理科) mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 150-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
- Which is the best free Gaokao (理科) mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's Gaokao (理科) mock test replicates the real exam interface, timing and marking scheme, with instant score, section-wise analysis and 50 fresh variants — a strong free choice for 2026 preparation.
- Can I take the Gaokao (理科) mock test on mobile?
- Yes. Gaokao (理科) mock tests run in any browser on mobile, tablet or desktop — no app or download needed. Start on your phone and your progress and analytics sync when you sign in.
- What is the Gaokao (理科) syllabus?
- The Gaokao (理科) syllabus maps to its 6 sections: Chinese 语文 (150分), Mathematics 数学 (150分), English 英语 (150分), 理综 · Physics 物理 (110分), 理综 · Chemistry 化学 (100分), 理综 · Biology 生物 (90分). Wrexa Edge's mock tests cover the complete syllabus topic by topic — see the topics-covered breakdown above — so you practise every area at real exam difficulty.
- What is the eligibility for Gaokao (理科)?
- Chinese high-school graduates (or equivalent) meeting provincial registration requirements. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic Gaokao (理科) practice: 3 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the Gaokao (理科) exam and how should I prepare?
- Official Gaokao (理科) exam dates are announced by the conducting body for each cycle — check the latest notification for the current schedule. To be ready, follow a phased study plan and take full-length timed mocks; Wrexa Edge gives you 3 free Gaokao (理科) mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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