Iran Ministry of Education announces potential threefold increase in teacher trainee admissions

Ali Farhadi, the Deputy for Planning and Resource Development at the Iranian Ministry of Education, announced that student teacher admissions could increase up to three times the current capacity. This announcement was made during a national meeting focused on the competency assessment process for 2026 candidates.

Farhadi emphasized the critical role of Farhangian University in the national education system, stating that all success in education depends on the success of teacher training. He noted that the Minister of Education has ordered that all available resources, including personnel and facilities, be placed at the university's disposal.

Furthermore, Farhadi highlighted the importance of cultural dimensions in education, stressing the need to protect the educational system from cultural vulnerabilities. He identified four main pillars for the current educational discourse: focusing on teacher training, strengthening public schools, honoring teachers, and ensuring their livelihoods and the provision of Iranian-Islamic content.