CEnT-S 2027 Non-EU Guide: Registration & Dates
Complete step-by-step admissions roadmap for Non-EU applicants taking CEnT-S 2027 for Pharmacy, Biotech, Life Sciences & Engineering in English.
If you are a Non-EU student planning to enter an English-taught undergraduate degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Biology, or Engineering in Italy for the 2027 intake, the CEnT-S (*CISIA English Test – Sciences*) is your official entrance exam.
Here is the exact registration process, key document checklist, macro-period timeline, and preparation resources you need.
CEnT-S Macro-Periods & Non-EU Timeline
CISIA runs CEnT-S in five macro-periods. Your official score is released only once the macro-period you sat in has closed (official CISIA structure and scoring page). Exact sitting dates and booking deadlines for 2027 appear on the CISIA calendar as universities publish them.
| Macro-Period | Official score published by | What it means for Non-EU applicants |
|---|---|---|
| First | 29 January | Best: score in hand well before visa and pre-enrollment deadlines. |
| Second | 31 March | Good: usually still in time for non-EU pre-enrollment. Check your university's deadline. |
| Third | 31 May | Risky: many non-EU deadlines have passed or are days away. |
| Fourth | 30 July | Usually too late for a student visa for the same autumn. |
| Fifth | 17 September | Too late for non-EU visa processing in most cases. |
Every university sets its own admission deadline, so read your degree course's admission notice before you book.
Step-by-Step CISIA Registration Process
- Create Account on CISIA: Visit 'cisiaonline.it', select CEnT-S, and register your personal details using your passport number.
- Choose Exam Mode: Select CENT@HOME (online proctored exam from home) or CENT@UNI (on-campus at an Italian university testing hall).
- Pick the earliest sitting you can be ready for: Choose an available date from the calendar. Bookings close a few days before each sitting.
- Pay Registration Fee: Pay the fee shown at booking via credit/debit card on CISIA.
- Download Test Receipt (Ricevuta): Save the PDF receipt containing your exam Zoom/SEB credentials and candidate identification code.
Required Documents to Prepare Beforehand
| Document | Purpose | Timeline Needed |
|---|---|---|
| Valid International Passport | Required for CISIA registration & exam ID verification | Must be valid for at least 18 months beyond your entry to Italy. |
| 12-Year High School Diploma & Transcripts | Proves eligibility for European university entry | Officially translated into Italian or English & Apostilled by your Ministry. |
| CIMEA Statement of Comparability / DoV | Verifies degree equivalence for Italian Ministry (MUR) | Apply online via CIMEA portal 2–3 months before Universitaly submission. |
| Universitaly Pre-Enrollment Summary | Required for Italian Embassy student visa issuance | Submitted online via 'universitaly.it' after securing your CEnT-S score. |
| English Proficiency Certificate | B2 English requirement (IELTS 6.0+ / TOEFL 80+) | Some universities exempt English proof if CEnT-S is passed. Check specific uni rules. |
CEnT-S Exam Structure & Scoring Rules
| Section | Questions | Time Allocated | Content Syllabus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading and Comprehension | 10 questions | 30 minutes | English reading comprehension of short passages. |
| Mathematics | 15 questions | 30 minutes | Algebra, functions, geometry, trigonometry, exponents, logarithms. |
| Reasoning on Texts and Data | 15 questions | 30 minutes | Passages, graphs, logical deductions, scientific data interpretation. |
| Biology | 10 questions | 20 minutes | Cell biology, genetics, DNA/RNA, bioenergetics, human anatomy. |
| Chemistry | 10 questions | 20 minutes | Periodic table, bonding, stoichiometry, redox, acids/bases. |
| Physics | 5 questions | 10 minutes | Kinematics, forces, energy conservation, pressure, simple circuits. |
| TOTAL | 65 questions | 140 minutes | Scoring: +1 correct, 0 blank, −0.25 wrong (per CISIA, checked 1 October 2026) |
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