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Incidents and administration of KPSS exams in Turkey

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During the Public Personnel Selection Examination (KPSS) periods in Turkey, several localized incidents were reported involving candidates. In Amasya, a vehicle belonging to an exam candidate caught fire near the Amasya University Yeşilırmak Campus. Traffic police used fire extinguishers to suppress the flames, though the vehicle was rendered completely unusable. An investigation into the cause of the fire is underway. In other regions, logistical issues and accidents affected candidates. In Manisa, gendarmerie teams assisted three candidates after their vehicle suffered a flat tire, transporting them to their exam center just before the doors closed. In and in Nevşehir, a multi-vehicle accident involving five cars resulted in three injuries, including two candidates. The injured were treated at Nevşehir State Hospital and are reported to be in good condition. On October 25, 2026, the KPSS for secondary education levels was conducted nationwide. Approximately nationwide with approximately 2.98 million candidates participated in the session, which featured 120 questions regarding General Ability and General Culture. participants. Following the exam, the Measuring, Selection and Placement Center (ÖSYM) released a basic question booklet and answer key. Registered key, which candidates can access the full set of questions through via the ÖSYM Candidate Transactions System (AIS) until November 4, 2026. Results are expected on November 19, 2026, with scores remaining valid for two years for civil service appointments. Local municipalities and security forces provided logistical support throughout the day to assist candidates with transportation, including assistance in Kayseri, Samsun, and Canik. Regarding the 2026 cycle, the results for the Associate Degree (Ön Lisans) session are scheduled for announcement on October 30, 2026, while secondary education results are expected on November 19, 2026. Concurrently, Parallel to the examination cycle, various public sector recruitment drives have been announced: the are active. The Directorate of National Palaces is hiring concluding applications for 158 contracted personnel, contract positions, including security, museum, and engineering roles. Marmara University is seeking 63 contract staff members, through a process involving KPSS-based evaluation and oral exams, with applications open until November 6, 2026. Additionally, İŞKUR is recruiting 11 specialized IT professionals. professionals in fields such as AI and cybersecurity. Expanded employment opportunities also include the National Internship Program and the İŞKUR Youth Program, which provides stipends to students at Ordu University and Manisa Celal Bayar University.

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