The invention relates to a processing method before the application of hydrogenation catalyst, comprising the detailed process as follows: organic solvent, elemental sulfur and water are introduced in oxidated hydrogenation catalyst; subsequently, heating predisposal is carried out under a certain condition. The processing method before the application of the hydrogenation catalyst loads the sulfur-contained substance such as the elemental sulfur to the hydrogenation catalyst; a certain interaction is generated and little heat is discharged; and the water vapor which is generated during the heat disposal process of the added water adjusts the interaction of the sulfur and the catalyst and reduces the heat discharging degree during the heat disposal process. Compared with the prior art, the catalyst obtained by the method has the advantages of high utilization ratio of the sulfur-contained matter, gradual increment of the temperature of the catalyst bed and high activity of the catalyst when the activation is applied. The method can be used for processing before the application of various hydrogenation catalysts.