No, you can take the local manual Putonghua test. Such cities generally organize examinations in local provincial radio, film and television bureaus to facilitate news broadcasters and program hosts to take the examinations. Or go to the office of the provincial language Committee and the provincial language training and testing center to apply for the first-level test of Putonghua.

Grade A (test score: between 97- 100), when reading aloud and talking freely, the pronunciation is standard, the words and grammar are correct, the tone is natural and the expression is smooth.

Grade B (test score: 92-96.99), when reading aloud and talking freely, the pronunciation is standard, the words and grammar are correct, the intonation is natural and the expression is smooth. Occasionally there will be mistakes in pronunciation and intonation.

The radio and television system announcer, program host Putonghua test by the administrative department of radio and television unified organization registration; Non-unified organizations organize Putonghua proficiency tests for people from all walks of life every two months, and candidates themselves register at the Municipal Testing Center. When registering, you should bring your ID card, work permit (student ID) and a recent two-inch bareheaded registration photo.

The Office of the Language and Literature Working Committee of each district and county (hereinafter referred to as the Language Committee Office) organizes teachers and other relevant personnel in this district and county to conduct Putonghua proficiency tests, generally twice a year. Before the exam, the district and county language Committee office will register at the city test center.

Please consult the national Putonghua training and testing resource network or local language committees for specific registration methods.

These are the answers about whether Putonghua A must be tested in Beijing.