# 2026 Arab secondary exams and academic transitions > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/kuwait-education-ministry-digital-initiatives > Updated: 2026-09-12T20:45:56.000Z. Sources: 37. Developments: 89. Following the primary examination period in mid-2026, the academic cycle in Egypt, Kuwait, and Palestine transitioned into results publication, second-round testing, and university admissions. In early August, Kuwait’s Eastern Province reported a 94.76% overall success rate for the 2025/2026 second-round intermediate certificate exams. Similarly, the Al-Azhar secondary school board in Palestine announced a 97.71% pass rate for its second-round results. In Egypt, the Thanaweya Amma (high school certificate) second-round examinations involved 211,908 students in the modern system—comprising 125,720 in science, 25,901 in mathematics, 56,431 in arts, and 3,856 in the international system—alongside 1,027 students in the old system. Despite the Prophet's Birthday holiday, Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly confirmed that examinations would proceed as scheduled. Modern system testing concluded on August 27, while old system testing continued until August 31. Regarding higher education, the Egyptian Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, in partnership with the Central Bank of Egypt, extended the application deadline for the ‘Future Scholars’ scholarship to September 4, 2026. In mid-September, the Ministry opened registration for the 2026 ‘reduction of alienation’ phase, allowing third-stage students and others to apply for transfers to minimize geographic displacement. These transfers are subject to a 10% maximum acceptance rate per institution and are based on high school scores and geographic rules. Additionally, Al-Azhar educational institutions in Egypt commenced the 2026/2027 academic year, with 274 institutes opening in the Aswan region. Al-Azhar University President Dr. Mahmoud Seddik announced admission coordination results, noting that 93,990 graduates applied for placement. To promote equality, minimum admission requirements for medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, and engineering were unified across the Cairo, Upper Egypt, and Delta regions. ## Claims - The portal allows each student to submit up to 75 programme preferences. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Students may print their submitted preferences and obtain a receipt with the registration details. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Students can modify their preferences multiple times during the registration period. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Dr. Abdelaziz Qansowa is the Minister of Higher Education and acting Minister of Culture. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The Ministry of Higher Education released guidance documents to help students register on the electronic coordination website for the 2026/27 university admission cycle. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The Egyptian Ministry of Higher Education will announce official admission thresholds after the first coordination phase. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The guides explain how students can register on the online coordination website using their seat number and password. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Tuition fees at Egyptian private and national colleges for the 2026 academic year start at about 40,000 Egyptian pounds. (single source) - The Egyptian‑Chinese University charges 48,000 £ for law, 53,000 £ for media, 60,000 £ for economics and nursing, and 70,000 £ for engineering programmes in 2026. (single source) - MUST offers a tourism‑archaeology programme for 40,000 £ and a media programme for 55,000 £ in 2026. (single source) - Preliminary minimum admission scores for nursing colleges in the science stream for 2026 are projected between 84 % and 88 %. (single source) - Expected minimum admission score for medicine in 2026 is about 93.17 %. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-12: Al-Azhar University announces 2026 admission results and new sports vision Al-Azhar University has released 2026-2027 admission results with unified requirements for medical and engineering faculties. Meanwhile, the Cairo Declaration 2026 was launched to advance African university-led 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/al-azhar-educational-institutions-begin-20262027-academic-year ### 2026-09-12: Egypt Ministry of Higher Education opens university transfer registration Egypt's Ministry of Higher Education has opened registration for the 2026 university transfer process to help students reduce geographic displacement. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egypt-ministry-of-higher-education-opens-university-transfer-registration ### 2026-09-08: Egypt Ministry of Higher Education announces 2026 university transfer rules Egypt's Ministry of Higher Education has announced transfer rules for 2026 students to move to closer universities or institutes via similar or dissimilar transfer processes. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egypt-ministry-of-higher-education-announces-2026-university-transfer-rules ### 2026-09-02: Egypt extends scholarship deadline and announces 2026-2027 academic calendar Egypt has extended the ‘Future Scholars’ scholarship deadline to September 4, 2026, and released the 2026-2027 academic calendar, with school terms beginning in mid-September. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egypt-extends-scholarship-deadline-and-announces-2026-2027-academic-calendar ### 2026-08-26: Egypt begins 2026 Thanaweya Amma second session exams Egypt's 2026 Thanaweya Amma second session exams have begun, with over 211,000 students participating despite the Prophet's Birthday holiday. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egypt-begins-2026-thanaweya-amma-second-session-exams ### 2026-08-22: Egypt begins 2026 high school second-round exams Egypt's second-round high school exams began on August 22, 2026, involving over 212,000 students across various academic streams and systems. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egypt-begins-second-round-high-school-exams-in-assiut-and-qena ### 2026-08-21: Egypt university admissions and transfer processes for 2026 Egypt's higher education sector is managing university admissions, including third-stage coordination, student transfer windows, and medical examinations for new students for the 2026-2027 academic year. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/al-azhar-university-begins-summer-exams-for-73000-students ### 2026-08-18: Al-Azhar secondary students begin 2026 second-round exams Al-Azhar secondary students have begun second-round exams for 2026, while the university prepares new admission and coordination rules for upcoming university enrollment. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/al-azhar-secondary-students-begin-2026-second-round-exams ### 2026-08-08: Al-Azhar begins grading preparatory certificate second-session exams Grading has begun for Al-Azhar preparatory certificate second-session exams for the 2025-2026 academic year in Egypt. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/al-azhar-begins-grading-preparatory-certificate-second-session-exams ### 2026-08-08: Egypt Ministry of Education sets final deadline for STEM gifted school registration Egypt's Ministry of Education says online applications for 2026‑27 STEM gifted schools close on 9 Aug 2026; tests run 16‑20 Aug. Eligibility requires 98%+ in the preparatory certificate and strong scores in a核心 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egypt-ministry-of-education-sets-final-deadline-for-stem-gifted-school-registration ### 2026-08-07: Egypt university coordination first phase deadline set for August 9 The first phase of Egypt's 2026 university coordination deadline is set for August 9, 2026, at 7:00 PM. Public universities are offering free technical support to students via computer labs. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egypt-sets-final-deadline-for-university-admission-preferences-on-aug-9-2026 ### 2026-08-06: Kuwait and Palestine Report High Pass Rates in Secondary Exams Kuwait's Eastern Province posted a 77.85% pass rate in its second‑round intermediate exams, while Al‑Azhar schools in Palestine reported a 97.71% pass rate for secondary students, alongside a new scholarship op 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kuwait-and-palestine-report-high-pass-rates-in-secondary-exams ### 2026-08-02: Egypt Announces 2026‑27 STEM School Admission Dates, Fees and 260‑Score Minimum Egypt's Ministry of Education opened STEM school applications for 2026‑27, with fees from 10k‑50k EGP, a 260‑point minimum score, and full‑boarding rules. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egypt-announces-202627-stem-school-admission-dates-fees-and-260score-minimum ### 2026-07-31: Second‑Round Secondary School Exams Scheduled for August 2026 in Kuwait and Egypt Kuwait and Egypt have announced second‑round secondary school exams for August 2026, detailing dates, eligibility, grading rules and appeal procedures. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/secondround-secondary-school-exams-scheduled-for-august-2026-in-kuwait-and-egypt ### 2026-07-29: Egypt's Ministry of Higher Education releases student guides for 2026/27 university admission coordination Egypt's Higher Education Ministry issued guides for 2026/27 university admission coordination, allowing 75 preferences, printable receipts, and multiple edits, while also updating accredited institution lists & 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egypt-sets-2026-university-and-police-college-admission-thresholds ### 2026-07-29: Egyptian university tuition fees and 2026 admission cut‑offs released Egyptian private and national colleges list 2026 tuition from 40k‑140k £, while the Ministry projects nursing cut‑offs at 84‑88 % and other faculties between 88‑93 % pending official release. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egyptian-private-universities-publish-2026-tuition-fees ### 2026-07-28: Egypt Ministry of Education releases 2026 secondary school exam results Egypt's Ministry of Education released 2026 secondary exam results: 75.1% passed under the new system, introduced an online ranking service, opened a two‑week grievance period, and warned of legal action over $ 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/2026-secondary-school-exam-results-announced-in-kuwait-and-egypt ### 2026-07-27: Azhar Secondary School Exam Appeal Period Opens for 2025‑2026 Al‑Azhar opened appeals for 2025‑2026 secondary exam results on 28 July, running to 11 August, with a 200‑EGP fee per subject and restrictions on eligible subjects; outcomes will be posted on the Al‑Azhar site. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/azhar-secondary-school-exam-appeal-period-opens-for-20252026 ### 2026-07-27: Egypt's higher education ministry registers 57,000 for 2026 aptitude tests Egypt’s Ministry of Higher Education reports 57,000 students have registered for 2026 aptitude tests via the Tansik portal, with a deadline of 6 August. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egypts-higher-education-ministry-registers-57000-for-2026-aptitude-tests ### 2026-07-27: Cairo Education Authorities Oversee Day Three of Secondary Exams Cairo’s education directorate monitored day three of secondary exams on 27 July 2026, reporting smooth operation, while Egypt’s Ministry of Awqaf published the schedule for second‑phase exams at Islamic Culture 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cairo-education-authorities-oversee-day-three-of-secondary-exams ### 2026-07-25: Egyptian Ministry of Education Delays 2026 Secondary School Results Announcement Egypt’s education ministry says 2026 secondary exam results have no set release date, aims to publish later this week, and details German‑Egyptian school cooperation and new curriculum reforms. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egypt-ministry-of-education-to-announce-2026-secondary-school-results-in-coming-days ### 2026-07-25: Egypt conducts organized second‑phase middle school certificate exams Egypt’s education authorities oversaw a disciplined, well‑organized second‑phase of the 2026 middle school certificate exams across Cairo and other governorates, with operation rooms monitoring logistics and no 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egypts-secondphase-intermediate-school-exams-run-smoothly-across-regions ### 2026-07-25: Cairo University and Police Health Institutes Open 2026‑27 Admissions Cairo University starts online transfer admissions for 2026‑27 on Aug 30, while Egypt’s police health technical institutes open enrollment for 2026‑27 programs, accepting high‑school graduates and diploma‑hold‑ 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cairo-university-and-police-health-institutes-open-202627-admissions ### 2026-07-25: Egypt opens 2026 admissions for nursing schools in Red Sea and Giza governorates Egypt's Red Sea and Giza governorates open 2026 nursing school admissions, setting score thresholds, eligibility rules and exam procedures for local Egyptian students. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egypt-opens-2026-admissions-for-nursing-schools-in-red-sea-and-giza-governorates ### 2026-07-24: Egypt opens registration for 2026 university capacity tests Egypt opened registration on 24 July 2026 for university capacity tests, covering Al‑Azhar’s 23 colleges and the music education college, with exams scheduled for early August. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egypt-opens-registration-for-2026-university-capacity-tests ### 2026-07-23: Palestinian 2026 Secondary School Exam Results Announced Palestinian education ministry released 2026 secondary exam results: 74% pass rate in West Bank, Gaza results delayed, over 89,000 candidates, new system postponed to 2027/28, and leaked‑result rumors denied. 12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/palestinian-and-egyptian-2026-secondary-exams-results-access-and-university-coordination ### 2026-07-21: Egypt and Kuwait announce 2026 high school exam results and admissions Kuwait readies 2026 secondary exam results via an online portal; Egypt finalises its top‑student list and opens applications for police health technical institutes, with a deadline of 28 Aug 2026. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/2026-secondary-school-exam-results-awaited-in-kuwait-and-egypt ### 2026-07-21: Egypt's Interior Ministry Opens Police Academy Admissions for 2026‑2027 Egypt's Interior Ministry opened admissions for the 2026‑2027 intake at police technical health institutes and the police college, outlining eligibility, biometric registration, and online result publication. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egypts-interior-ministry-opens-police-academy-admissions-for-20262027 ### 2026-07-20: Egyptian university officials inspect sports science capacity exams University presidents in Egypt inspected sports science capacity exams at Kafr El Sheikh and Qena, confirming adherence to Supreme Council standards and transparent, fair selection processes. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egyptian-university-officials-inspect-sports-science-capacity-exams ### 2026-07-20: Egypt rolls out 2026 university admission rules and capacity‑test registrations Egypt's Ministry of Higher Education reports 40,000 students registered for 2026 capacity‑tests, publishes accredited university lists, and outlines rules for top secondary‑school graduates, including fee wa‑v‑ 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egypt-announces-accredited-private-universities-and-admission-rules-for-2026-university-placement ### 2026-07-19: Egyptian Education Ministry Oversees Second‑Round School Exams Egypt’s education ministry is monitoring second‑round school exams, announcing teacher‑culture winners in Beni Suef and conducting field checks in South Sinai to ensure orderly, fair testing. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egyptian-education-ministry-oversees-secondround-school-exams ### 2026-07-19: Egypt Opens Applications for Government Nursing Schools in Menofia Governorate Applications for Menofia’s 14 public nursing schools open 20‑30 July 2026; eligibility includes basic education, Egyptian nationality, 70% in Arabic, English and computer tests, followed by medical and physical 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egypt-opens-applications-for-government-nursing-schools-in-menofia-governorate ### 2026-07-18: Egypt and Kuwait set to publish 2026 secondary school exam results Egypt and Kuwait are preparing to release 2026 secondary school results, with online portals for mobile delivery in Kuwait and website/SMS checks in Egypt expected by late July or early August. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kuwait-ministry-sets-july-27-deadline-for-technical-diploma-complaints ### 2026-07-17: Egypt's Ministry of Education delays publishing 2026 secondary school results Egypt and Palestine delay 2026 secondary exam results; Egypt's ministry cites positive correction indicators, while Palestine launches eSchool portal. Al‑Azhar exams start July 18 and its results await final审核. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egypts-giza-and-cairo-begin-secondround-transferclass-exams-on-july-18 ### 2026-07-16: Egypt Education Minister Mohamed Abdel Latif Oversees Final Day of National High School Exams Egypt's Education Minister Mohamed Abdel Latif oversaw the final day of the 2025/2026 high‑school exams, confirming on‑time paper delivery, orderly conduct and praising staff; over 870,000 students took exams – 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egypt-education-minister-mohamed-abdel-latif-oversees-final-day-of-national-high-school-exams ### 2026-07-15: Egyptian university capacity tests start July 19, 2026 Egyptian capacity tests for university admission begin 19 July 2026; 9,871 students registered, fees 800 EGP, online booking closes 6 Aug. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egypts-university-of-the-capital-announces-2026-womens-sports-science-admission-tests ### 2026-07-15: Egypt Announces 2026 Diploma and Technical Institute Entrance Exams Egypt's Higher Education Council set Aug 1 2026 as the start date for entrance exams to diploma and technical institute programs in engineering, computing, commerce, agriculture and law, with eligibility rules, 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egypt-announces-2026-diploma-and-technical-institute-entrance-exams ### 2026-07-14: Sohag University graduates first environmental research cohort and opens new notary office Sohag University in Egypt awarded its first environmental postgraduate cohort and opened a new on‑campus notary office, enhancing academic programs and campus services. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sohag-university-graduates-first-environmental-research-cohort-and-opens-oncampus-realestate-registr ### 2026-07-12: Kuwait and Egypt conduct 2026 secondary school exams with tightened security Kuwait and Egypt held 2026 secondary school exams, detailing subject schedules and enforcing strict anti‑cheating and security measures. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kuwait-and-egypt-conduct-2026-secondary-school-exams-with-tightened-security ### 2026-07-11: Egyptian Military Academy Sets 2026 Entry Criteria and Application Dates Egyptian Armed Forces announced 2026 admission rules for naval and war colleges, outlining citizenship, age, grades, physical standards, and application windows from July to August. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egyptian-military-academy-sets-2026-entry-criteria-and-application-dates ### 2026-07-11: Technical Diploma 2026 Appeals and University Placement Process Announced in Kuwait and Egypt Kuwait details the 2026 technical diploma appeal process, while Egypt announces university placement coordination for diploma holders, pending schedules and registration details. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/technical-diploma-2026-appeals-and-university-placement-process-announced-in-kuwait-and-egypt ### 2026-07-10: Egypt Police College opens 2026‑2027 admissions with new application windows Egypt's Police College opens 2026‑27 admissions with specific dates for 2025 and 2026 cohorts, law graduates, a 65% score floor, age limit 22, and new electronic/biometric procedures. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egypt-military-academies-open-admissions-for-2026-cohorts ### 2026-07-09: Kuwait Ministry Announces 68.7% Pass Rate for 2025‑2026 Technical Diplomas Kuwait's education ministry reported 518,181 passes in the 2025‑2026 technical diploma exams, a 68.69% overall success rate, with programme pass rates ranging from 36.43% to 100%. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kuwait-ministry-announces-687-pass-rate-for-20252026-technical-diplomas ### 2026-07-07: Egypt Announces 2026 High School Physics Exam Date and Details Egypt's education ministry set the 2026 secondary school physics exam for 9 July, detailing format and denying leaked exam papers. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egypt-announces-2026-high-school-physics-exam-date-and-details ### 2026-07-06: Kuwait High School Exams Conclude July 16, 2026 as Egypt Awaits Technical Diploma Results Kuwait's 2026 high school exams end on July 16, while Egypt prepares to release technical diploma results after ministerial approval. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kuwait-high-school-exams-conclude-july-16-2026-as-egypt-awaits-technical-diploma-results ### 2026-07-04: Minya, Qena Governors Set 2026‑27 Secondary School Admission Rules Minya and Qena governors approved 2026‑27 admission scores for general and technical secondary schools, setting minimum thresholds and expanding technical specialties to align with Egypt’s education and labour‑ 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/minya-qena-governors-set-202627-secondary-school-admission-rules ### 2026-07-02: Egypt and Kuwait begin secondary school exams with strict anti‑cheating inspections Egypt and Kuwait started their 2026 secondary exams in chemistry and geography, each with 46 questions, under strict anti‑cheating inspections and ministry oversight. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egypt-and-kuwait-begin-secondary-school-exams-with-strict-anticheating-inspections ### 2026-06-28: Al‑Azhar secondary school science students sit rhetoric exam Science‑track students at Egypt’s Al‑Azhar secondary schools began the two‑hour rhetoric exam on 29 June 2026, with strict security and anti‑cheating measures; the exam cycle involves over 163 000 candidates. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egypts-alazhar-secondary-school-students-begin-rhetoric-exam ### 2026-06-28: Cairo sets 2026‑27 secondary school admission scores and limits transfers Cairo governor sets 2026‑27 secondary school entry scores (225 points general, 185 service) and bans out‑of‑governorate transfers, also defining technical‑school admissions. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cairo-sets-202627-secondary-school-admission-scores-and-limits-transfers ### 2026-06-28: Al‑Buhayrah Governor Inspects Damanhour High School Exam Centers Al‑Buhayrah Governor Jacqueline Aaser inspected Damanhour exam centers, confirming readiness for high‑school exams serving over 48,000 students with extensive logistical support. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/albuhayrah-governor-inspects-damanhour-high-school-exam-centers ### 2026-06-28: Aswan Governor Emro Lachin monitors high‑school exams and orders demolition of illegal structures Aswan Governor Emro Lachin inspected high‑school exams to ensure smooth operation and ordered the rapid removal of illegal structures near the old security directorate. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aswan-governor-emro-lachin-monitors-highschool-exams-and-orders-demolition-of-illegal-structures ### 2026-06-28: Menofia Governor Inspects Secondary School Exam Centers Menofia Governor Amr Al‑Gharib inspected high‑school exam committees in Shibin al‑Kawm, confirming proper facilities, coordination and 24/7 monitoring to ensure orderly exams. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/menofia-governor-inspects-secondary-school-exam-centers ### 2026-06-28: Egypt's education ministry oversees secure secondary school exam day Egypt's education ministry and Dakahlia governor reported smooth, well‑secured secondary school exams with strict anti‑cheating checks, covering nearly 880,000 students nationwide. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egypts-education-ministry-oversees-secure-secondary-school-exam-day ### 2026-06-28: Cairo Education Directorate Monitors High School Arabic Exam Cairo’s education director and central operations head supervised the Arabic exam for 2025/2026 high‑school students, enforcing anti‑cheating rules and securing exam venues on 28 June 2026. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cairo-education-directorate-monitors-high-school-arabic-exam ### 2026-06-26: Kuwait imposes strict anti‑cheating controls for 2026 secondary school exams Kuwait's ministry announced strict anti‑cheating measures for the 2026 secondary exams, including electronic scans, cameras, and harsh penalties, while Egyptian expert Mohamed Saad warned that fully eradicating 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kuwait-imposes-strict-anticheating-controls-for-2026-secondary-school-exams ### 2026-06-26: Egypt sets 2026 secondary school exam schedule, appeal deadline and anti‑cheating rules Egypt's 2026 secondary exams: appeal deadline 5 July with 35 EGP fee, anti‑cheating electronic system for retakes on 2‑4 July, Arabic paper 55 questions, schedule runs 21 June‑16 July across 613 testing centers 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egypt-2026-high-school-exam-schedule-and-placement-coordination-announced ### 2026-06-24: Palestine and Jordan launch 2026 high‑school exams Palestine and Jordan commenced their 2026 high‑school exams, with students seeking answer keys in Palestine and Jordan’s education ministry overseeing a smooth testing process. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/palestine-and-jordan-launch-2026-highschool-exams ### 2026-06-24: Egyptian governorates Monufia and Qena release intermediate exam results Monufia and Qena governors in Egypt approved 2025/2026 intermediate exam results, with Qena reporting a 64.5% pass rate and detailed outcomes for special‑needs groups. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egyptian-governorates-monufia-and-qena-release-intermediate-exam-results ### 2026-06-23: High School Foreign Language Exams Begin in Kuwait and Egypt Blind students in Kuwait and pupils in Hurghada, Egypt, took the 2026 high‑school second foreign language exam under organized, security‑tight conditions. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/high-school-foreign-language-exams-begin-in-kuwait-and-egypt ### 2026-06-23: Sohag, Egypt Prepares for Secondary Exam Results and New University Laboratory Complex Sohag's secondary exam results are due soon, with online access for students, while Sohag Private University builds a 550 M EGP lab complex for 80 specialized labs serving 2,700+ students. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sohag-egypt-prepares-for-secondary-exam-results-and-new-university-laboratory-complex ### 2026-06-23: Egypt begins 2026 secondary school examinations Egypt launched the first day of 2026 secondary school exams, with over 874,000 students taking the new-system foreign language test (out of 25 points, pass at 12.5) and additional exams for old-system and blind 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egypt-begins-2026-secondary-school-examinations ### 2026-06-21: Egypt launches 2026 high school examinations for over 900,000 students Egypt started its 2026 high‑school exams on 21 June, with over 921,000 students across 613 centres; strict security and monitoring were in place, and results will decide university placements. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egypt-launches-2026-high-school-examinations-for-over-900000-students ### 2026-06-20: Students in Kuwait and Egypt Recite Prayers Ahead of Secondary Exams Kuwaiti and Egyptian students are using traditional prayers, like “اللهم لا سهل إلا ما جعلته سهلًا,” to calm nerves and seek success as they take their secondary school exams. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/students-in-kuwait-and-egypt-recite-prayers-ahead-of-secondary-exams ### 2026-06-20: Menofia Governor Inspects High School Exam Committees in Egypt Egypt's Menofia Governor Amr Al‑Gharib inspected high‑school exam committees in Shibin Al‑Koum, overseeing 104 rooms serving ~46,800 students and urging strict discipline and coordination. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/menofia-governor-inspects-high-school-exam-committees-in-egypt ### 2026-06-20: Fayoum Governor Mohamed Ghanim inspects exam centers and targets illegal construction Fayoum Governor Mohamed Ghanim inspected high‑school exam sites and, in a separate meeting, ordered swift removal of illegal construction on state lands. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/fayoum-governor-mohamed-ghanim-inspects-exam-centers-and-targets-illegal-construction ### 2026-06-20: 2026 high school religious education exam answers circulate online Students in Kuwait and Gaza searched online for answer keys to the 2026 high‑school religious education exam, while official results remain pending. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/2026-high-school-religious-education-exam-answers-circulate-online ### 2026-06-20: Egypt prepares schools for nationwide high‑school exam marathon starting June 21 Egypt readies schools for the 2025‑26 high‑school exams starting 21 June, with officials inspecting venues, enhancing safety, and introducing a new clustered exam system. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egypt-prepares-schools-for-nationwide-highschool-exam-marathon-starting-june-21 ### 2026-06-19: Egypt prepares for nationwide 2026 high school examinations Egypt readies logistics, security and anti‑cheating measures for the 2026 high‑school exams starting 21 June, while Sharqia finalises basic‑education results for 147,000 candidates. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gharbia-governorate-publishes-2026-middle-school-exam-results-with-76-pass-rate ### 2026-06-19: Alexandria Governor Certifies Top Ten Secondary Exam Students for 2025‑2026 Alexandria Governor Ayman Attia approved the list of ten students who scored a perfect 280 on the 2025/2026 secondary exam, out of over 109,000 candidates, with a 74.5% pass rate. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/alexandria-governor-certifies-top-ten-secondary-exam-students-for-20252026 ### 2026-06-19: Giza Governor Raises Maximum Readiness for Secondary School Exams Giza Governor Dr. Ahmed Al‑Ansari announced a maximum‑readiness status for all agencies ahead of secondary school exams, tightening safety checks, banning vendors and noise, and activating a 24‑hour operations‑ 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/giza-governor-raises-maximum-readiness-for-secondary-school-exams ### 2026-06-18: Qalyubia Governor Implements Transport and Logistics Plans for 51,000 Secondary School Exam Candidates Qalyubia Governor Hossam Abdel Fattah organized village‑to‑city transport and full logistical support for over 51,000 secondary‑school exam takers, preparing 98 committees with security, medical, and traffic‑s 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/qalyubia-governor-implements-transport-and-logistics-plans-for-51000-secondary-school-exam-candidate ### 2026-06-18: Egypt releases 2026 preparatory exam results across all governorates Egypt's Ministry of Education posted 2026 preparatory exam results, with pass rates ranging from 70% to 75% in Cairo, Giza, Alexandria and Dakahlia; Sharqia awaits its release. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egypt-releases-2026-preparatory-exam-results-across-all-governorates ### 2026-06-18: Al‑Azhar Secondary School History Exam Begins for Literary Students Al‑Azhar secondary school literary students began the three‑hour history exam on 18 June 2026, with security, medical oversight, and a full schedule running through early July. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/alazhar-secondary-school-history-exam-begins-for-literary-students ### 2026-06-18: Kuwait and Egypt Tighten Security for 2026 Secondary School Exams Kuwait and Egypt implement strict security for 2026 secondary exams, banning devices, sealing test papers, and monitoring cheating groups, affecting over 921,000 students in each country. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kuwait-and-egypt-tighten-security-for-2026-secondary-school-exams ### 2026-06-17: Egypt readies 2026 secondary school exams for over 900,000 students Egypt's education ministry finalized the 2026 secondary exam schedule for 921,000 students, imposing strict security rules such as banning phones in exam rooms. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egypt-readies-2026-secondary-school-exams-for-over-900000-students ### 2026-06-16: Kuwait and Egypt release 2026 secondary school exam timetables Kuwait and Egypt have published their 2026 secondary school exam calendars, listing dates for core subjects and special tracks across both nations. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kuwait-and-egypt-release-2026-secondary-school-exam-timetables ### 2026-06-15: Top Al‑Azhar Students Achieve Near‑Perfect Scores in Primary and Secondary Exams Al‑Azhar students in Sharqia and South Sinai posted near‑perfect scores in primary and secondary exams, with top achievers praised for discipline and family support. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/top-alazhar-students-achieve-nearperfect-scores-in-primary-and-secondary-exams ### 2026-06-13: Egypt readies 2026 secondary school exams with education ministry and police confirming full security and logistics Egypt’s education and police officials confirmed full readiness for the 2026 secondary school exams, detailing security deployments, exam‑room standards, and administrative measures. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egypt-readies-2026-secondary-school-exams-with-education-ministry-and-police-confirming-full-securit ### 2026-06-13: Kuwait and Egypt announce 2026 secondary school exam dates and seat numbers Kuwait posted 2026 secondary‑school exam seat numbers online, while Egypt released the national exam timetable for the same year, both sets of details covering new and old curricula. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kuwait-and-egypt-announce-2026-secondary-school-exam-dates-and-seat-numbers ### 2026-06-12: Egypt launches high‑school exams for 921,000 students Egypt’s education ministry will hold secondary school exams for 921,000 students, with 15% essay questions in core subjects and tightened security measures. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egypt-launches-highschool-exams-for-921000-students ### 2026-06-10: Egypt oversees technical diploma exams for nearly 40,000 students in Beni Suef and Suez Egypt's education ministry reports smooth technical diploma exams for about 40,000 students in Beni Suef and Suez, with officials confirming security and no disruptions. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egypt-oversees-technical-diploma-exams-for-nearly-40000-students-in-beni-suef-and-suez ### 2026-06-08: Al‑Azhar secondary school exam in Egypt's Sharqia province prompts student feedback and prayer guides Al‑Azhar secondary school exams in Sharqia saw orderly testing with mixed‑difficulty grammar questions, while students and parents shared prayers for success. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/alazhar-secondary-school-exam-in-egypts-sharqia-province-prompts-student-feedback-and-prayer-guides ### 2026-06-07: Egypt's Al‑Azhar High School Exams Proceed Smoothly Without Complaints Egypt's Al‑Azhar secondary exams started on 7 June 2026 with over 163 000 students; officials reported smooth operation and no complaints about difficulty. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/alazhar-secondary-school-exams-in-egypt-run-smoothly-with-no-complaints ### 2026-06-06: Egyptian governors inspect secondary school exams to ensure safety and order Governors of Al‑Munuffiyah and Sohag inspected secondary school exams, ensuring staff coverage, safety, and orderly conditions for hundreds of students. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egyptian-governors-inspect-secondary-school-exams-to-ensure-safety-and-order ### 2026-06-05: Egypt continues secondary school exams in Giza and Qalyubia Egypt's Giza and Qalyubia provinces conduct secondary school exams on June 6, with strict security measures and a schedule running to June 10, affecting around 120,000 students. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egypt-continues-secondary-school-exams-in-giza-and-qalyubia ### 2026-06-05: Qalyubia Governorate conducts secondary exams with strict anti‑cheating measures Qalyubia Governorate runs secondary exams with strict security, phone bans, medical support and real‑time monitoring for over 120,000 students. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/qalyubia-governorate-conducts-secondary-exams-with-strict-anticheating-measures ### 2026-06-05: 13 teachers injured in microbus crash while traveling to vocational exam centers in Qena, Egypt A microbus crash in Qena injured 13 female teachers en route to technical diploma exams; they were hospitalized, received ministerial support, and replacement supervisors are being arranged. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egypts-technical-diploma-exams-begin-june-6-2026 ### 2026-06-04: Egypt initiates 2026 primary and preparatory school exams in Giza and Cairo Egypt released 2026 primary‑6 results online for Giza and launched term‑2 preparatory certificate exams across Cairo, Giza and other governorates, with detailed schedules and strict exam rules. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/egypt-initiates-2026-primary-and-preparatory-school-exams-in-giza-and-cairo ### 2026-05-31: Kuwait and Egypt education ministries announce 2026 secondary exam seat numbers Kuwait and Egypt will publish 2026 secondary exam seat numbers online on 1 June, allowing students to retrieve them via official portals. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kuwait-and-egypt-education-ministries-announce-2026-secondary-exam-seat-numbers --- Cite as: 2026 Arab secondary exams and academic transitions. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/kuwait-education-ministry-digital-initiatives