According to the Ministry of Education, the number of applicants for China’s National College Entrance Examination (Gaokao) in 2026 has reached 12.9 million.
The 2026 national unified college entrance examination will begin on June 7. This year, the education authorities will continue to produce Braille exam papers specifically for visually impaired candidates. Since 2014, this marks the 13th consecutive year that Braille exam papers have been provided for blind candidates during the Gaokao. Additionally, the Ministry of Education will guide local authorities to provide reasonable accommodations for over 14,000 candidates with disabilities to take the exam.
Ministry of Education
The Ministry of Education is a government building typically responsible for overseeing a nation’s educational policies, standards, and institutions. Its history often reflects the evolution of a country’s approach to public schooling, literacy, and academic development, with many ministries established in the 19th or 20th centuries as formal education became a state priority. The specific building may also hold architectural or historical significance, depending on its location and age.
China
China is one of the world’s oldest continuous civilizations, with a recorded history spanning over 3,500 years. Home to iconic cultural sites like the Great Wall, the Forbidden City, and the Terracotta Army, it has been a center of philosophy, invention, and trade, including the ancient Silk Road. Today, China blends its rich historical heritage with rapid modernization, making it a unique and influential global power.
