Abstract：Currently，the different methods for classification of mining-induced seismicity have no relation with each other. In order to be convenient for prediction，prevention and control of the mining-induced seismicity，based on the latest research results on the mechanism of the disasters，the classification of mining-induced seismicity is presented in this paper，following the principles of benefiting disaster prevention and control and non-conflicting to practices adopted both at home and abroad. The concept，principle and advantages of the hiberarchy classification of the mining-induced seismicity are given. 5 classes and 16 types of mining-induced seismic events are classified based on the influence of in-situ tectonic stress field，physical and mechanical properties of rocks，rock mass structures，correlation between seismicity and mining activity，source of mining-induced stress change，and the locations of seismic sources and rock mass failure. The importance of regional tectonic stress field and stress change due to mining is emphasized in the mining-induced seismicity classification，research，and control.
