Turkey 2026 Exams: YKS/LGS Results, DGS/KPSS Updates, AI

Timeline

1. about 11 hours ago

   [POLITICS] 14 sources

   Turkey launches 2026 Teacher Recruitment Exams (AGS and ÖABT) nationwide

   Turkey's 2026 AGS and ÖABT teacher exams began on 26 July, involving hundreds of thousands of candidates nationwide; results will shape teacher placements starting March 2027.

2. 1 day ago

   [CULTURE] 20 sources

   Turkey’s 2026 YKS Preference Guide Shows 805,747 University Slots and New AI‑Focused Programs

   YÖK’s 2026 YKS guide lists 805,747 university slots (state, private, KKTC) and adds 16 AI‑focused programmes, with admissions running 29 July‑10 August.

3. 4 days ago

   [CULTURE] 40 sources

   ÖSYM publishes KPSS, DGS, YKS results and exam updates

   ÖSYM released KPSS placement results, DGS deadline, ALES entry docs, KPSS Pre‑Licence dates and May AGS schedule; YKS saw protected‑care successes, an Ardahan top‑ranked student, and journalist passers; experts

4. 4 days ago

   [CULTURE] 17 sources

   Turkey’s 2026 YKS and LGS Exams Produce Multiple Top Rankings

   Turkey’s 2026 YKS and LGS exams saw numerous top‑ranked students, with several schools and academies reporting nationwide rankings, perfect scores, and scholarship opportunities.

5. 4 days ago

   [TECHNOLOGY] 4 sources

   Turkey's YÖK adds 16 AI and tech university programmes

   Turkey's YÖK introduced 16 new AI and technology‑focused university programmes for 2026‑27, raising AI‑related programmes to 785 across 171 universities.

6. 6 days ago

   [CULTURE] 76 sources

   Turkey's 2026 YKS results released, sparking university admission rush

   ÖSYM released 2026 YKS results for 2.5 M candidates; five TYT, three AYT and five YDT national winners were named, two questions cancelled, top schools earned multiple first‑place titles, and ministries/univers

7. 6 days ago

   [CULTURE] 4 sources

   Turkish universities hold candidate recruitment events in July 2026

   ATÜ will host on‑campus admissions days in late July and early August 2026, while GİBTÜ will join the national university fair on 22 July 2026, offering prospective Turkish students detailed program and support

8. 9 days ago

   [CULTURE] 7 sources

   Turkish municipalities provide free LGS counseling for students

   Turkish cities including Karşıyaka, Kayseri, Konyaaltı and Bursa offer free LGS counseling services, providing expert guidance to help students select high schools during the preference period.

9. 10 days ago

   [CULTURE] 3 sources

   Turkey opens paid instructor applications and court backs retroactive teacher pay

   Turkey’s Niğde education centre opens paid instructor applications for 2026‑27, while an Istanbul court orders retroactive, interest‑bearing pay for teachers serving as coordinators.

10. 12 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources

    Turkey university admission advisors urge students to prioritize goals over test scores

    University advisors in Turkey, including Kadir Has and psychologist Sudenur Yiğit, advise prospective students to base choices on interests, career goals, facilities, rankings and future job prospects rather on

11. 13 days ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources

    Turkey’s YÖK boosts AI and digital curricula across 171 universities

    YÖK has expanded AI and digital programmes to 785 across 171 Turkish universities, quadrupling associate‑degree slots, adding interdisciplinary bachelors and graduating 30 000 AI‑Data School participants.

12. 15 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources

    Turkey's Education Ministry announces 2026 school and vocational training registration timelines

    Turkey's Ministry of Education sets 2026 registration for MESEM vocational centres (year‑round, July‑August advised) and automatic middle‑school enrollment via e‑Okul, with school year starting 14 Sept 2026.

13. 17 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources

    Atatürk University offers 40,000 TL scholarships for top YKS candidates as experts urge broader university choice

    Atatürk University will grant 40,000 TL scholarships to top YKS scorers, while expert Saygı Ünlü advises students to assess program quality, accreditation and career prospects beyond scores.

14. 18 days ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources

    Turkey's Education Ministry Launches Automated School Enrollment System

    Turkey's education ministry started an automated address‑based school enrollment system on 15 July 2026, letting parents register online via e‑Devlet and receive automatic school assignments.

15. 19 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources

    Eskişehir Halk Okulu launches online KPSS preparation program

    Eskişehir Halk Okulu offers an eight‑week, paid online KPSS prep course (July 6‑Aug 28) with live classes, expert instructors, mock exams and study materials for 2026 civil‑service candidates.

16. 19 days ago

    [POLITICS] 4 sources

    Turkey's ÖSYM Faces Lawsuit Over AYT Math Question 23

    A Turkish university applicant sued ÖSYM to cancel AYT Math question 23 after the answer key was changed, prompting a court process that could affect exam scores for thousands.

17. 20 days ago

    [CULTURE] 3 sources

    Turkish Municipalities Roll Out Child Education Programs in Malatya and Trabzon

    Municipal programs in Malatya and Trabzon provided traffic safety training to over 6,800 students and opened a new childcare centre offering play‑based learning for toddlers.

18. 20 days ago

    [POLITICS] 5 sources

    Turkey's e-Devlet Portal Enables Elementary School Placement Checks

    Turkey's e‑Devlet portal now lets parents instantly view their child's assigned elementary school for 2026‑27, with placement based on address and a detailed school calendar published.

19. 21 days ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources

    Turkey's ÖSYM releases 2026 exam staff salaries and delays ALES/2

    ÖSYM released 2026 pay rates for exam staff, detailing gross amounts for roles such as building supervisor (4,163.96 TL). It also postponed the ALES/2 exam to 2 August 2026 because of a NATO summit in Ankara,保留

20. 21 days ago

    [CULTURE] 4 sources

    Turkish cities roll out free LGS exam preparation and counseling services

    Turkish municipalities in Bor, Bursa and Istanbul are providing free LGS preparation courses and counseling services in July–August to help low‑income students choose suitable high schools.

21. 21 days ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources

    Turkey's KPSS 2026 Application Periods Announced

    KPSS 2026 licence applications run 1‑13 July, with pre‑license, secondary and DHBT windows through September; exams scheduled for September and November.

22. 23 days ago

    [CULTURE] 7 sources

    Turkey announces 2026 university and professional exam dates and result releases

    Turkey releases 2026 dates for AUZEF make‑up results, LGS result portal, TUS/STS exams, AGS/ÖABT schedule, EKPSS preferences, and YKS results on 22 July.

23. 25 days ago

    [POLITICS] 4 sources

    Turkey opens 2026 KPSS application period for university, associate and high‑school exams

    Turkey released 2026 KPSS application windows for university, associate and high‑school candidates and announced a 600‑person contract hiring program by the Youth and Sports Ministry using KPSS scores.

24. 25 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources

    Turkey reports record teacher appointment backlog and unveils 2026 KPSS exam fees

    Turkey’s teacher appointment queue hit a record 527 k in 2024, while 2026 KPSS exam fees were set at 800 TL (general) and 500 TL (subject), with application periods and exam dates announced.

25. 25 days ago

    [CULTURE] 13 sources

    Turkey's ÖSYM changes YKS: one question cancelled, another answer updated

    ÖSYM corrected the 2026 YKS: Math question 23’s answer changed from C to A, and Turkish‑Literature question 20 was cancelled; scores will be recomputed for about 2.5 million test‑takers.

26. 26 days ago

    [POLITICS] 16 sources

    Turkey's 2026 KPSS Exam Applications Open on July 1

    Turkey's 2026 KPSS applications began 1 July, close 13 July; exams run Sep‑Nov with fees up to 800 TL.

27. 27 days ago

    [CULTURE] 8 sources

    Turkey's YÖK launches 16 AI‑focused university programmes for 2026‑27

    Turkey's YÖK will add 16 new university programmes – including AI‑linked bachelor and associate degrees – for 2026‑27, targeting future job markets and listed in the YKS guide.

28. 27 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources

    Turkey launches 2026-27 school registration through e‑Okul and e‑Devlet

    Turkey’s education ministry opened address‑based school registration for 2026‑27, with automatic placement via e‑Okul/e‑Devlet, orientation week 7‑11 Sept and classes starting 14 Sept 2026.

29. 29 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources

    Turkey's YKS exam faces investigation over alleged faulty questions

    Turkey’s YKS exam is under review after a literature question misspelled a character’s name and a math question’s answer key was disputed; ÖSYM has launched an expert investigation with results due in late July

30. about 1 month ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 4 sources

    Malatya Mayor Sami Er Announces New Science Center for Youth

    Malatya Mayor Sami Er announced a new Science Center for youth, unveiled at the DENEYAP aviation and space technology fair.

31. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 5 sources

    Turkey's YKS university entrance exam faces controversy over alleged faulty questions

    Turkey's YKS exam faces backlash over alleged errors in literature, biology and mathematics questions, with students demanding cancellations and ÖSYM reviewing the items.

32. about 1 month ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources

    Turkey's ÖSYM Releases 2026 Teacher Exam Results and Announces KPSS Application Schedule

    Turkey's ÖSYM posted 2026 STS teacher exam results on 25 June and detailed KPSS 2026 application windows and exam dates for licence, associate and high‑school candidates.

33. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources

    Turkey's YKS candidates must confirm OBP data by June 30, 2026

    Turkey's ÖSYM opened the OBP verification window on 23 June 2026; YKS applicants must confirm their diploma grades via AİS by 16:00 on 30 June 2026 or risk using outdated data in placement scores.

34. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 13 sources

    Turkey's 2026 Karne Day: 18 million students receive report cards on June 26

    On June 26, Turkey will distribute report cards to about 18 million students, ending the 2025‑26 school year; most schools will close for a half‑day and the new term starts September 14.

35. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 7 sources

    Turkey's 2026 YKS Exam Sparks AI Test, Question Errors and Guidance Surge

    Turkey's 2026 YKS exam saw AI testing, disputed literature and math questions, and expert advice urging candidates to prioritize ranking over raw scores for university choices.

36. about 1 month ago

    [HEALTH] 2 sources

    Turkey's 2026 Dental Specialty Exam Placement Results Announced

    ÖSYM released the 2026 Dental Specialty Exam first‑period placement results on 22 June, with candidates able to check assignments online using their ID and password.

37. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 33 sources

    Turkey's 2026 YKS exam concludes and question papers released

    Turkey’s 2026 YKS exam wrapped up, ÖSYM released all question papers and answer keys, and results are slated for 22 July 2026.

38. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources

    Turkish cities Trabzon and Manisa aid YKS exam candidates with refreshments and transport

    Trabzon and Manisa municipalities served YKS exam candidates and families with refreshments and special‑needs transport at university campuses, earning positive public response.

39. about 1 month ago

    [POLITICS] 4 sources

    Turkey's Interior Ministry reports 3,025 ID cards issued for YKS exam weekend

    Turkey's Interior Ministry processed 3,025 ID cards over the weekend for YKS candidates, while Battalgazi police implemented safety measures and guided a misplaced student to the correct exam centre.

40. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources

    Turkey's YKS university entrance exam draws over 1.6 million candidates

    Over 1.6 million Turkish students sat the YKS university entrance exam, with notable stories like a 70‑year‑old father and his son testing together in Mardin.

41. about 1 month ago

    [CRIME] 3 sources

    Turkish police motorbike units transport students to YKS exam despite delays

    Turkish police motorbike teams helped students reach YKS exam centres and resolve ID issues in Trabzon, Denizli and Istanbul, ensuring they could sit the test on time.

42. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 53 sources

    Turkey's YKS AYT Exam Day Draws 1.6 Million Candidates

    Turkey’s AYT exam on 21 June saw 1.6 million candidates across 4,400 sites; police and municipal teams aided late or ID‑troubled students, and results are set for 22 July.

43. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 43 sources

    Turkey’s 2026 University Entrance Exam (YKS) TYT Session Concludes

    Turkey’s 2026 YKS TYT exam wrapped up with 340 321 candidates, mixed reactions on difficulty, logistical hiccups, municipal refreshments, and a fatal traffic crash en route to the test.

44. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources

    Turkish towns expand free student exam prep centers in Turhal and Bingöl

    Turhal expanded its free student centre to 110 seats, while Bingöl’s Murat Education Center offers free exam prep and weekly mock tests to hundreds of learners.

45. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 64 sources

    Turkey's 2026 YKS exam starts with TYT session nationwide

    Turkey’s 2026 YKS exam began on 20 June with the TYT session, hosting over 2.4 million candidates nationwide, while municipalities provided support and strict rules governed entry and prohibited items.

46. about 1 month ago

    [HEALTH] 4 sources

    YKS exam pressure fuels student anxiety and prompts university support initiatives

    Turkish experts say social media aggravates YKS exam anxiety and recommend quick stress‑relief methods, while a university opens its doors to candidates and parents for pre‑exam support.

47. about 1 month ago

    [POLITICS] 33 sources

    2026 YKS Exam Triggers Nationwide Transport, Security and Event Adjustments

    Turkey’s 2026 YKS exam (20‑21 June) will see 2.4 million candidates, secured question‑paper transport, free city transit for examinees, market closures, and cancelled big‑screen football broadcasts to ensure a

48. about 1 month ago

    [POLITICS] 17 sources

    Turkey readies transport and security for June YKS exam

    Turkey prepares security staff, traffic controls and free public transport for 2.4 million YKS candidates on 20‑21 June 2026.

49. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 11 sources

    Turkey releases 2026 YKS, KPSS and LGS exam schedules

    Turkey's 2026 exam calendar was released: YKS on 20‑21 June (2.4 M TYT, 1.6 M AYT), KPSS applications from 1‑13 July with tests in September and October, DGS on 19 July, and LGS results due 10 July.

50. about 1 month ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources

    Mersin Municipality Launches Student Exam Support and Gender Equality Action Plans

    Mersin's municipality provided exam‑day psychological and study guidance for YKS candidates and approved a 2026‑28 gender‑equality plan covering employment, incentives, accessible services and anti‑harassment教育

51. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources

    Samsun municipality hosts morale picnic for YKS candidates

    İLKEM in Samsun held a picnic for 230 YKS candidates, with mayor İhsan Kurnaz attending to support student morale before the university entrance exam.

52. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 3 sources

    Turkey sets exam support and military academy selection dates

    Turkey announces free soup for Kırıkkale University exam week, the YKS national exam schedule in June, and the Military Academy selection timeline for June 2026.

53. about 1 month ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources

    Niğde municipality provides stationery kits and refreshments for LGS exam participants

    Niğde municipality gave stationery kits to LGS students and offered simit and drinks to waiting parents on 14 June 2026, led by Mayor Emrah Özdemir.

54. about 1 month ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 14 sources

    Turkey's ÖSYM expands e‑exam system ahead of June 2026 YKS

    ÖSYM’s 2026 YKS will run on 20‑21 June for over 4 million candidates, and the agency plans to roll out online exams across all 81 Turkish provinces within two years, adding new digital language tests.

55. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 4 sources

    Turkey's 2026 LGS and YKS Exam Timetable and Answer Key Plans

    Turkey's 2026 LGS answer key will be posted after the exam ends, while YKS dates are set for June 20‑21 with documents available online on June 10.

56. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 4 sources

    Istanbul municipalities host YKS prep camps for students

    Beşiktaş and Beylikdüzü municipalities in Istanbul hosted mock exams and a youth camp to prepare students for the upcoming YKS university entrance exam.

57. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 3 sources

    Turkish cities launch free services for students during exam periods

    Bursa and Antalya municipalities in Turkey provided free study spaces, meals and transport to aid students during the LGS and YKS exams.

58. about 2 months ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources

    Turkish cities Konya and Kepez roll out free summer school programs for students

    Konya and Kepez municipalities in Turkey announced free summer programs offering academic classes, workshops and YKS exam preparation for high‑school students, with applications open late June.

59. about 2 months ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources

    Turkey's ÖSYM Announces 2026 Teacher Exam Date and New YKS Classroom Allocation Rules

    ÖSYM set the 2026 teacher exam for tomorrow in Ankara and introduced new YKS rules separating TYT and AYT sessions into different schools, affecting millions of students.

60. about 2 months ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources

    Turkey Releases YKS Exam Entry Locations Amid Mental‑Health Concerns

    Turkey’s ÖSYM posted YKS 2026 exam venues, while experts caution that exam stress threatens students’ mental health.

61. about 2 months ago

    [CULTURE] 5 sources

    Turkey's YKS Exam Venue Release and University Choice Guidance

    YKS venues were published, helping candidates manage exam stress, while university board member Ahmet Gayretli advised students to prioritize accreditation, campus visits, and faculty quality in their choices.

62. about 2 months ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources

    Turkey's 2026 YKS Entrance Documents Made Available Online

    Turkey's ÖSYM has posted 2026 YKS entrance documents online, showing exam sites and seats for the 20‑21 June tests; students should check them soon and arrive early on exam day.

63. about 2 months ago

    [CULTURE] 5 sources

    Turkey's ÖSYM releases 2026 YKS entrance documents for candidates

    ÖSYM opened 2026 YKS entrance documents on 10 June, detailing exam venues for TYT (20 June) and AYT/YDT (21 June). System slowdown affected many users, with mobile app and e‑Devlet offered as alternatives. Full

64. about 2 months ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources

    Tokat Municipality Holds Stress‑Management Seminars for YKS Exam Candidates

    Tokat’s municipality organised stress‑management seminars across 23 local high schools to help YKS candidates cope with exam anxiety, with mayor Mehmet Kemal Yazıcıoğlu emphasizing the city’s educational aid.

65. about 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 5 sources

    Turkey 2026 University Closures and National Exam Schedules Announced

    Turkey announces 2026 university closure dates, releases Education Inspectorate exam key, publishes KPSS and YKS exam schedules, and sets YKS entry document release.

66. about 2 months ago

    [HEALTH] 3 sources

    Turkish municipalities provide free psychological counseling and motivation seminars for exam‑preparing students

    Menderes and Ankara’s Keçiören municipalities launched free counselling and a motivational seminar to help students manage stress and stay motivated for the upcoming LGS and YKS exams.

67. about 2 months ago

    [CULTURE] 4 sources

    Malatya mayor launches free education program for 2,500 students

    Malatya’s mayor Sami Er announced a free‑education program for 2,500 elementary students, offering tutoring, test prep and guidance through municipal centres for the 2026‑27 year.

68. about 2 months ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources

    Turkish Municipalities Offer Free YKS and LGS Exam Simulations for Students

    Yıldırım (Bursa) and Canik (Samsun) municipalities will run free YKS and LGS trial exams in June 2026 to help students prepare for university and high‑school entrance tests.

69. 2 months ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources

    Turkish cities Kahramanmaraş and Buca launch exam mock‑test programs for YKS candidates

    Kahramanmaraş held a live YKS mock exam with transport aid on May 16, while Buca offered free online LGS/YKS mock exams on May 23‑24.