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Mandarin Chinese is the most widely spoken language in the world. This page lists the best online courses for learning Mandarin from India. The shortlist below holds one course that fits the most common reader: a free, beginner-friendly option that gives you a certificate. All courses on this page are from trusted providers and match the target keyword "mandarin course".

Which course fits you

SituationCourse to pickWhy it fits
Complete beginner who wants a free course with a certificateMandarin Chinese 1: Chinese for BeginnersThis course is free, rated 4.8 by 1434 learners, and designed for beginners. It gives a certificate on completion.
Learner who prefers self-paced study in EnglishMandarin Chinese 1: Chinese for BeginnersThe course is self-paced and taught in English, so you can start anytime and learn at your own speed.
Learner who needs a short time commitmentMandarin Chinese 1: Chinese for BeginnersThe course takes 19h 30m to finish, making it one of the shorter options for a full introduction.

Free vs paid here

The only course listed is free. It gives you a certificate on completion. Free options do not give you graded assignments or a university-branded certificate unless the course provider includes them as standard — in this case, the certificate is included at no extra cost.

Learning path

Beginner: Mandarin Chinese 1: Chinese for Beginners — covers basic greetings, pronunciation and everyday phrases. Mandarin Courses for Beginners is the facet page for this level. Intermediate: No intermediate courses are in the supplied data. Advanced: No advanced courses are in the supplied data.

Providers for this topic

Coursera is the only provider in the data. It offers one course. The course gives a certificate on completion.

Careers this feeds

No career guides are supplied for Mandarin in the data.

FAQ

  1. Is the course really free? Yes, the course listed has no fee. A certificate is available on completion.
  2. How long does it take to finish? 19h 30m of study time.
  3. Is it suitable for someone who does not know any Chinese? Yes, it is designed for beginners.
  4. What language is the course taught in? English.
  5. Can I study at my own pace? Yes, the course is self-paced.
  6. Will I get a certificate? Yes, a certificate is available on completion.

Quick comparison — top 3 Mandarin courses

Same shortlist as below, side by side — including who runs it and why it stands out.

Course Provider Rating Price Duration Why pick this one
Chinese language for beginners : Mandarin Chinese HSK1-HSK3 Udemy 4.6★ Free Free — and still gives a certificate
Mandarin Chinese 1: Chinese for Beginners Coursera 4.8★ Free 19h 30m Highest rated (4.8★ from 1.4K reviews)
MandarinX: Mandarin Chinese Level 1 edX 4.6★ Free 6 weeks Free — certificate included
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