The admission of entrance exams to higher educational institutions for the 2026–2027 academic year has begun in Uzbekistan. This process is a significant event not only for thousands of young people determining their future but also for the country's education system and youth policy, opening a new historical chapter.
For the first time in Uzbekistan's history, young people serving mandatory military service are participating in university entrance tests while still in service. This is the result of reforms initiated by the head of state and is an important step in ensuring the interests of the younger generation based on the principle of 'Human Value.'
This innovation stimulates the youth's desire for knowledge, allows for effective time management, ensures continuity of future plans, and creates a foundation for life after military service. It is also a vivid manifestation of the state's consistent policy of increasing intellectual potential and providing comprehensive support to youth.
In this regard, all necessary organizational and practical measures have been taken in the military units of the Nukus and Urganch garrisons, as well as in the regional security structures where conscripts serve, to ensure their participation in the tests. The safety of the servicemen was fully guaranteed, control over compliance with established procedures was maintained, and they were able to arrive and participate in the examinations calmly and on time.
According to the introduced procedure, servicemen recommended for admission to a higher educational institution based on testing results will study the first academic course remotely during their service period. After successfully completing military service, they will continue their studies at the chosen university starting from the second year, in full-time education format. This mechanism is recognized as a modern and reasonable approach that guarantees that the youth will not fall behind in either service or studies.
Young people serving in the military are not only brave sons ensuring the inviolability of the Motherland's borders but also future qualified engineers, doctors, educators, lawyers, and experienced specialists. Supporting their efforts to gain knowledge is one of the most important investments in the country's future. The new system promotes the upbringing of youth in the spirit of devotion to the Motherland, the pursuit of knowledge, and high ideals. This historical opportunity, combining military service and higher education, is one of the key reforms in the country's development history, helping to form a perfect generation.
The testing procedure for admission to bachelor's programs at higher education institutions for the 2026–2027 academic year has started in the Syrdarya region. Exams began today, July 14, and are organized in accordance with the established procedure.
All preparatory work for conducting the testing at a high level was completed in advance by the Syrdarya region division of the Agency for Knowledge and Qualification Assessment under the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Innovation. The examination venues are equipped according to modern requirements, and all necessary conditions have been created for applicants. Furthermore, security services, medical care, maintenance of public order, and technical support have been provided.
Approximately 100 experienced observers have been involved to ensure the fairness and transparency of the testing process. The exams are conducted in strict compliance with the current regulations. In the first shift of testing, 1200 applicants participated, who passed the verification of their knowledge and readiness. Young people began this important stage on the path to obtaining higher education with great responsibility.
According to a representative of the Agency for Knowledge and Qualification Assessment under the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Innovation of the Syrdarya region, all preparations for conducting the testing were completed within the established deadlines. Necessary and safe conditions were created for applicants at the examination venues. Experienced observers, technical specialists, and other responsible services have been involved to ensure the openness and transparency of the process. The main goal is to ensure a fair, just, and transparent assessment of each applicant's knowledge.
It is worth noting that this year, 677,907 applicants attended the republic-wide testing, of whom 21,101 chose the Syrdarya region to take the test. Testing in Syrdarya will take place over 9 days and will conclude on July 22, announced Alisher Bahromov, head of the Syrdarya region division of the Agency for Knowledge and Qualification Assessment under the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Innovation.
It is emphasized that reforms aimed at ensuring the openness and transparency of admission campaigns, reducing human error, and creating equal opportunities for applicants continue in the coming years. This is of great importance when selecting educated and worthy young people. For thousands of Syrdarians, today is not just an exam, but an important step that will go down in history as the beginning of their future profession, higher education, and aspirations.
Entrance exams for higher and vocational educational institutions for the 2026/2027 academic year were held in the Bukhara region, with all conditions organized at a high level.
To guarantee openness, transparency, and fairness in conducting the exams, all buildings where the tests were held were fully equipped with modern video surveillance cameras. Furthermore, an online monitoring mechanism was created via the website test2026.uz, which contributes to strengthening public control and ensuring process transparency.
The work on organizing and managing the testing procedures was carried out by qualified specialists from the Agency for Assessment of Knowledge and Competencies. Additionally, 114 members of the group supervision, selected through a competition and signing contracts with the agency, as well as 4 translators ensured the exams were conducted in the established manner. The involvement of translators helps create equal opportunities for applicants with disabilities.
Coordination work is being conducted by the working group of the Bukhara Region Hokimiyat to ensure the exams are held in accordance with established procedures and safety requirements. Also, internal affairs bodies, the National Guard, the Emergency Situations Service, and ambulance crews are constantly working to maintain public order and ensure the safety of participants.
The fair, transparent, and honest conduct of entrance exams to higher and vocational educational institutions is of great importance for determining the future educational trajectory of every young person based on their knowledge.
In order to ensure the fulfillment of the tasks defined in Resolution No. 124, adopted under the leadership of the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Uzbekistan on June 30, 2026, extensive preparations were made for the high-quality execution of the traditional 'Zomin Seminar' for talented youth, which has been held since 1997.
Today, seminar participants were greeted solemnly at the center of Zomin district in an atmosphere of sincerity and high spirit, accompanied by the sounds of karnay and surna. A luncheon was organized for the guests as part of the traditional 'Meronshoh' events complex, where a sincere conversation took place.
Mehribon Abdurakhmonova, head of the regional branch of the Union of Writers of Uzbekistan for Jizzakh region; Alisher Abduganiev, head of Zomin district; Dilmurad Khudoyshukurov, deputy head of Jizzakh region, as well as local young creative workers, public representatives, and mass media representatives, delivered greetings to the event participants.
Afterward, the participants were accommodated in a sanatorium located at the Navoiy Con-Metallurgy complex, in a health complex situated in the Oriklisoi resort area of Zomin district, under the guidance of the Chairman of the Union of Writers of Uzbekistan, Sirojiddin Said.
Over three days, literary discussions, master classes, creative meetings, poetry evenings, round tables, and discussions in the spirit of mentorship are planned. These will be attended by 76 young creative workers who successfully passed the selection stage, 45 gifted students from creative schools, and young authors writing in Uzbek based on proposals from foreign countries within the framework of the 'Young Patriotic Writer' project.
'Zomin Seminar', which has become an important tradition of literary life over many years, functions as a unique creative school. It contributes to improving the artistic skill of young authors, supports their creative pursuits, helps identify talents, and ensures close contact with prominent figures in the country's literature.
In the evening, a traditional opening ceremony of the seminar will take place at the district sanatorium.
