1, self-study is not limited. Anyone who doesn't have a primary school diploma can apply. Just use your ID card or household registration book (you can apply without an ID card under 16) to register at the Examination Institute in the permanent area. 40 yuan for each course (48 yuan for each course in some areas can be found online from the provincial self-study exam). 2. First register online for the provincial self-study exam, and then pay the money at the determined registration point (usually the senior high school entrance examination office in the permanent residence area).