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The Ministry of Science announces a competition for conducting the Unified State Exam in 2026-2028.

The Ministry of Science, Higher Education, and Innovations is launching a competition to select an independent testing service for the National Testing in 2026-2028. The press service of the Ministry of Science reports that non-governmental organizations with experience in conducting independent assessments of knowledge in the field of education, using modern testing methods, as well as having experience in developing test tasks of varying complexity and topics that meet state educational

21.11.2025, 10:57
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Students tried their hand at being a minister by taking a seat at Kendirbaeva's desk.

As part of the dialogue "Children Speak - 2025," Minister of Education Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva held a meeting with students from schools No. 82 and No. 96 in the capital, timed to coincide with World Children's Day. According to the press service of the ministry, during the conversation, the students discussed the current state of the educational system with the minister, shared their dreams, and expressed a desire to develop in the fields of technology and invention.

20.11.2025, 14:55
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In the village of Karl Marx in the Toguz-Torou district, the construction of a new two-story school continues.

In the village of Karl Marx in the Toguz-Torou district of the Jalal-Abad region, the construction of a new two-story school is ongoing. The total area of the building is 1376 square meters. According to the Ministry of Construction, there was previously an old educational institution on the site of the new school, designed for 130 places. Its construction began 14 years ago and was completed only after 8 years, but unfortunately, the building was taken out of operation 6 years after a fire.

20.11.2025, 14:21
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At the Ministry of Science, issues of funding for scientific research were discussed

On November 19, a working meeting was held at the Innovation Center of the Ministry of Science, Higher Education and Innovations, where issues related to the financing of scientific research and the distribution of funds from the Science Fund were discussed. According to the press service of the Ministry of Science, the event was attended by vice-rectors for research from higher education institutions, heads of research institutions, experts in the field of financing scientific work, as well as

19.11.2025, 20:18
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Announcement of the competition for Kyrgyz-Chinese joint research projects

The Ministries of Science, Higher Education and Innovation of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Ministry of Science and Technology of China have announced the start of a competition for joint scientific research in 2026. This initiative arose from a protocol signed on July 18, 2025, within the framework of the Kyrgyz-Chinese Commission on Scientific and Technological Cooperation.

19.11.2025, 18:49
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November 22-23, republican testing for high school students will be held in schools of Kyrgyzstan

In Kyrgyzstan, a nationwide testing for students in grades 9-11 will take place on November 22-23 on a voluntary basis. According to the press service of the Ministry of Education, students will be able to choose three subjects for testing. The process will be conducted in the language used for instruction (Kyrgyz or Russian), and the total duration will be 3 hours and 30 minutes.

19.11.2025, 15:08
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An additional building will be constructed for M. Rakhimov School in the village of Chelpek for 143.3 million soms

The Department of Housing and Civil Construction of the Issyk-Kul Regional Office of Capital Construction has launched a tender for the project to build a new building for the M. Rakhimov School, located in the village of Chepelik, Karakol. According to information posted on the government procurement portal, the new building will be able to accommodate 150 students.

19.11.2025, 13:36
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At KGTU, the master plan of Bishkek was discussed

On November 18, a round table was held at the I. Razzakov Kyrgyz State Technical University on the topic "Master Plan – 2050: Prospects for the Development of the City of Bishkek." Experts from the Research Institute of Strategic Planning (St. Petersburg, Russia) participated in the event, as well as representatives from the Bishkek City Hall, the Ministry of Construction, Architecture and Housing and Communal Services, the Department of Urban Planning and Architecture, the Union of

18.11.2025, 19:56
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In the capital's schools No. 82 and No. 84, the winners of the small-caliber rifle shooting championship were awarded.

In Bishkekistan, preparations continue for the final of the second Spartakiad among high school students, during which qualifying competitions in small-bore rifle shooting are being held. This was reported by Talaybek Myrzabaev, a member of the working group for organizing the Spartakiad. Specialists in pre-conscription training for youth are identifying the best shooters to participate in the district stage of the competitions.

18.11.2025, 16:18
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Tender announced for the repair of Bishkek schools for 27.6 million soms

The Capital Construction Management of Bishkek city has announced the launch of a tender for renovation work at schools No. 40, No. 42, No. 56, and for emergency repairs of engineering networks in educational institutions of the capital. According to information on the state procurement portal, a method of request for quotations with qualification requirements will be applied.

18.11.2025, 15:08
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The Ministry of Education revealed details of the incident involving Karakol school students and former students.

The Ministry of Education responded to reports of violence and offenses among students of secondary school No. 7 named after Mendegul Uulu Karach Ake in Karakol, Issyk-Kul region. According to the ministry's information, on November 2, 2025, a school social worker received information that students from grades 9-11 were gathering in a grove near Sadovaya Street between 8:30 PM and 9:00 PM, where, according to sources, violence might occur.

18.11.2025, 14:13
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In Bishkek, a voluntary republican testing for high school students will take place on November 22-23.

In Bishkek, on November 22-23, a voluntary republican testing for students in grades 9, 10, and 11 will take place. This was reported by the Ministry of Education. Students will be able to choose up to three subjects for testing, which will be conducted in the language of instruction — Kyrgyz or Russian. The total duration of the test will be 3 hours and 30 minutes.

18.11.2025, 13:16
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The GKNB responded to a complaint from a resident of Issyk-Kul about systematic beatings at one of the schools in Karakol.

Maria Tsareva, a member of the parent committee of the 9th "A" grade at school No. 7, reported serious problems related to violence from high school students. According to her, a group of teenagers regularly beats younger students and demands 100 soms from them every week. Among the victims is her son, which prompted her to contact the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), the General Prosecutor's Office, and the Ombudsman Institute. Tsareva also calls on the leadership

18.11.2025, 13:05
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In the village of Epkin, a 150-seat school will be built in the Jumgal district.

In the village of Epkin, located in the Jumgal district, a school named after A. Sadyrbaev will be built with a capacity of 150 student places. The corresponding announcement was made by the Naryn Regional Department of Capital Construction, which operates under the Department of Housing and Civil Construction. According to information posted on the government procurement portal, the design of the school will be carried out based on standard projects.

17.11.2025, 16:21
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Part of the territory of the state residence "Ala-Archa" has been allocated for a school, kindergarten, and medical center. The facilities were inaugurated by the president.

On November 15, President Sadyr Japarov officially opened several social facilities located on the grounds of the state residence "Ala-Archa" in the village of Chon-Aryk. According to information from the president's press service, a modern educational and health complex has been created on a land area of approximately 10.5 hectares. The main element of this complex is a new two-story school covering more than 5,000 square meters, which can accommodate 570 students and includes

17.11.2025, 12:38
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Winners of the Republican Professional Skills Competition Among Educators Announced

The results of the Republican competition for professional skills among educators of children's additional education, titled "Development through Creativity," have been announced. This event was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Education. At the award ceremony, the First Deputy Minister of Education Mukhtarbek Baymurzaev was present, who presented the winners with the badge "Excellence in Education," honorary certificates, and prizes.

17.11.2025, 08:39
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Completion of the school construction in the village of Ala-Bash, Ton District will cost 41.1 million soms

The Issyk-Kul Regional Department of Capital Construction of the Department of Housing and Civil Construction under the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services has announced a tender for the completion of a school with a gym in the village of Ala-Bash in the Ton district. According to the information published on the state procurement portal, the new school named after Kidibaev will accommodate 225 students.

16.11.2025, 23:01
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The State Committee for National Security reported on the investigation regarding Chuy State University named after S. Mambetkaliev.

The State Committee for National Security (SCNS) commented on the information that appeared on social media regarding the investigation into the Chui State University named after S. Mambetkaliev. The investigation is related to a criminal case that was initiated regarding the legalization (money laundering) of criminal proceeds, which falls under Article 222, Part 2, Clause 1 of the Criminal Code. In this regard, a number of investigative and operational measures are being implemented.

16.11.2025, 14:13
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The President announced an increase in teachers' salaries starting from April 2026.

President Sadyr Japarov, speaking at the opening ceremony of a school, kindergarten, and medical center at the state residence "Ala-Archa" on November 15, expressed gratitude to educators, emphasizing the importance of their role in education. "The quality of education is determined by the quality of the teacher. The success of the new generation largely depends on your work," he said. The president also highlighted that the state highly values the contribution of teachers

16.11.2025, 13:39
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In the Tonsky District, a school plot illegally transferred to private individuals has been returned to state ownership.

In the Ton district, a plot of land belonging to a school has been returned to state ownership after its illegal transfer to private individuals. The press service of the General Prosecutor's Office reported the return of the land plot, which previously belonged to the secondary school named after J. Turusbekov in the village of Ak-Sai.

14.11.2025, 17:04
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IT Lyceum No. 99 under the President is proposed to be granted financial autonomy and empowered to set tariffs.

The Ministry of Education has presented a draft resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers "On Amendments to Certain Decisions of the Cabinet of Ministers in the Field of Education." This draft is aimed at aligning with the law of the Kyrgyz Republic "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts in the Field of Education," which was adopted on October 14, 2025. It also serves to implement the decree of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic dated June 14, 2023, which grants special

14.11.2025, 14:56
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The school in Uzgen needs major repairs after 55 years of operation

For the replacement of the roof of the A. Kalmurzaev Secondary School, located in the village of Myrza-Ake in the Uzgen district, the allocation of 4 million 159 thousand 460 soms is planned. The administration of the Myrza-Ake rural council has initiated a request for funding from a shared (incentive) grant.

14.11.2025, 14:47
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In the village of Chapaev in the Chatkal district, a school for 225 students will be built.

In the village of Chapaev, located in the Chatkal district, the construction of a new school named after J. Tashkeeva is planned, which will accommodate 225 students. This became known from an announcement posted on the government procurement portal. The tender concerns the development of project and estimate documentation and is being conducted using the method of request for quotations with qualification requirements.

13.11.2025, 13:44
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All Russian language textbooks for schools published in Russia have arrived in Kyrgyzstan

A new batch of textbooks adapted to local conditions has arrived in Kyrgyzstan. This became possible thanks to the joint efforts of the Kyrgyz-Russian group. The press service of the Ministry of Education reported on this significant event. The total volume of the received textbooks amounts to 651,000 copies. The books were printed in Russia and delivered to Kyrgyzstan for further use.

12.11.2025, 13:13
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After Classes, the Lights Must Be Turned Off: The Ministry of Education Implements Energy-Saving Measures in Schools

As part of the fight against the electricity deficit, innovations are being introduced in educational institutions, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Education. These measures are the result of a resolution by the Cabinet of Ministers, adopted on November 5, 2025, under number 949 "On Measures to Reduce the Electricity Deficit".

12.11.2025, 11:40
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The Minister of Science spoke about the reforms being implemented to update the scientific field

The Minister of Science, Higher Education and Innovations Baktyyar Orozov outlined the key areas for reforming the scientific sector at an international conference dedicated to Science Day. He emphasized that science plays a critical role in ensuring sustainable growth, technological independence, and improving the quality of life for citizens. Orozov noted that systematic reforms are being implemented in the country aimed at optimizing scientific activities, including reducing bureaucratic

12.11.2025, 11:15
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An International Conference Dedicated to Science Day Took Place in Bishkek

On November 11, an international scientific and practical conference dedicated to Science Day was held at the National Academy of Sciences under the President, titled "The Role of Science in the Integration of Education and Production." The press service of the Ministry of Science, Higher Education, and Innovations reported that the event gathered scientists from both Kyrgyzstan and abroad, including university rectors, representatives of industrial enterprises, and international

12.11.2025, 11:08
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Winners of the Republican Competition for Young Scientists and Innovators Announced

The results of the Republican competition for young scientists and innovators, organized by the Ministry of Science, Higher Education, and Innovations, have been announced in Bishkek. The Ministry reports that the aim of the competition was to activate scientific and innovative activities among youth, as well as to support new ideas and technologies that contribute to the country's development.

12.11.2025, 10:47