2026 Annual China National Talent Program Introduction

2026 Annual China National Talent Program

This program is a national-level talent introduction project in China and one of the three major high-level talent introduction systems in the country.

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Introduction

This program is a national-level talent introduction project in China and one of the three major high-level talent introduction systems in the country. Adopting a dual-wheel drive model of "industry demand traction + top talent empowerment", it aims to solve the "bottleneck" technical problems in China's strategic emerging industries and attract high-level talents (including Chinese, ethnic Chinese, and foreign talents).

Eligible Sponsors: Domestic enterprises (including local state-owned enterprises, private enterprises, branches/research institutes of central enterprises in various regions) are accepted as supporting units for application.

Key Application Advantage: The entire application process can be completed overseas without returning to China (coming to China) in advance, and there is no requirement for prior domestic employment or social security payment. After being selected, talents must work full-time or on a flexible part-time basis.

1. Application Categories & Eligibility Criteria

There is no nationality restriction for this program. Chinese nationals (including Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan residents) and foreign talents can all apply. The detailed eligibility criteria for each category are summarized in the table below:

Application Category	Doctoral Degree Requirement	Age Limit	Work Experience Requirement	Additional Achievement Requirements
Innovative Talents	Mandatory (may be appropriately relaxed for applicants with outstanding achievements and mastery of key core technologies)	≤75 years old	Holding a position equivalent to middle or senior level or above in enterprises, universities, or scientific research institutions	None
Young Talents	Mandatory (may be appropriately relaxed for applicants with outstanding achievements and mastery of key core technologies)	≤40 years old	Holding a formal position in overseas enterprises/R&D institutions, or independent entrepreneurship; at least 36 consecutive months of overseas work experience after obtaining the doctoral degree	None
Postdoctoral Special Program	Mandatory	≤40 years old	Holding a formal position in well-known overseas universities, scientific research institutions, or R&D institutions of renowned enterprises, or independent entrepreneurship; at least 24 consecutive months of overseas work experience after obtaining the doctoral degree	Having published high-level academic papers in well-known domestic and foreign journals, or achieved other high-quality scientific research/industrial achievements

2. Support Policies and Benefits

(I) Financial Support Summary

Support Type	Innovative Talents	Young Talents	Postdoctoral Special Program	Notes
National Unified One-time Living Allowance	RMB 1,000,000	RMB 500,000	RMB 300,000	Provided by the central government, nationwide applicable
Regional Matching Living Allowance (Jiangsu-Zhejiang & GBA)	RMB 2,000,000-3,000,000	RMB 1,000,000-1,500,000	RMB 700,000	Generally matched at a ratio of 1:1 or higher to the central subsidy
Total Comprehensive Living Allowance	Up to RMB 3-4 million	Up to RMB 1.5-2 million	Up to RMB 1 million	Varies slightly by specific city and enterprise
Scientific Research Funding	RMB 1-5 million	RMB 1-5 million	RMB 1-5 million	Jointly provided by local government and supporting enterprise; 3-year support period; renewable based on performance evaluation

(II) Nationwide Universal Service Guarantees

Green Channel for Household Registration: The national-level talent title is valid nationwide, and selected talents can directly enjoy the green channel for household registration in all cities in China.

Entry and Exit Convenience: Foreign introduced talents and their accompanying foreign spouses and minor children can apply for the Permanent Residence Permit for Foreigners or multiple-entry visas with a validity period of 2-5 years in accordance with regulations.

Family Support Benefits: The employer shall properly arrange employment for the spouse or provide a living allowance, and provide convenience in visa, residence, children's education, housing, etc.

3. Application Timeline and Complete Process

Application Deadline: Expected June 15, 2026

Step Number	Process Name	Key Details
1	Online Pre-application	The applicant is requested to send the application documents to service@qiboscitech.com, with the subject being "Application for Talent Program".
2	Preliminary Qualification Review	Completed by the supporting enterprise and local industry and information technology department based on research direction matching and basic qualification verification
3	Official System Filling & Submission	Log in to the national online application system to complete full information filling and material uploading; reviewed level by level by supporting unit, local and provincial industry and information technology departments
4	National Qualification Re-examination	Conducted by the Special Office of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology; comprehensive verification of education, work experience, academic achievements, intellectual property rights, etc.
5	Expert Centralized Review	Written review by authoritative industry experts (no defense session); determine preliminary candidates and form the list of recommended candidates
6	Approval, Public Notice & Official Announcement	Public notice of recommended candidates; official announcement of the final selected list after no objection is raised

4. Required Application Documents

Item Number	Document Name	Specific Requirements
1	Passport	Valid passport copy
2	Academic Certificates	Bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree certificates
3	Employment Certificates	For each period of work experience after obtaining the doctoral degree (e.g., offer letters, employment contracts, resignation letters, separation certificates)
4	Scientific Research Achievements	Representative papers or patents (limited to 10 items)
5	Project Documents	Proof of main projects presided over or participated in (limited to 5 items)
6	Award & Honor Materials	Various academic, industrial and industry award certificates, professional qualification certification certificates, etc.
7	Resume	Detailed personal resume including education, work experience, achievements and research directions
8	Official Application Form	Completed and signed official application form

5. Core Evaluation Criteria and Key Application Rules

(I) Core Scoring Criteria (Sorted by Official Weight)

The entire evaluation process adopts written review without defense sessions. The quality of application materials directly determines the probability of selection.

Weight Rank	Evaluation Dimension	Key Review Points
1 (Highest)	Matching Degree Between Applicant and Supporting Unit	Fit between research direction/technical capabilities and enterprise's main business/core R&D needs; expected industrial value and technical breakthrough after talent settlement
2	Personal Qualifications & Achievement Level	Educational background; industry status of overseas employers; personal position and work experience; quality of academic/industrial achievements; industry influence; mastery of core technologies

(II) Prohibitive Application Requirements (Officially Stipulated, Nationally Implemented)

Prohibition of Duplicate Applications:

Applicants shall not simultaneously apply for national-level talent programs of the same level from other national departments

Personnel who are within the support period of other national-level talent programs of the same level shall not apply for this program

Personnel who have been selected for national-level talent programs of the same level shall not repeatedly apply for this program