Study Regulation Amended for Electronic Diplomas and Diploma Supplements (Poland, June 2026)
The higher education study regulation was amended to reflect electronic diplomas, diploma supplements, and electronic repository identifiers. Most provisions entered into force on 30 June 2026, with selected rules scheduled for 1 January 2027.
The higher education study regulation was amended to reflect electronic diplomas, diploma supplements, and electronic repository identifiers. Most provisions entered into force on 30 June 2026, with selected rules scheduled for 1 January 2027.
What Changed?
The regulation updates student records, admissions documentation for second-cycle applicants, personal files, diploma and supplement details, duplicate rules, and the diploma supplement template to account for electronic documents and repository data.
Old System vs New System
Study documentation rules were based mainly on earlier paper and existing document practices, with limited references to the new electronic diploma repository process.
Universities must include electronic diploma and supplement information in student files and records, while older paper-only documents for graduates before 1 January 2027 remain under prior rules.
Who Is Affected?
Student Impact
Students and graduates will see updated diploma, supplement, and record processes linked to electronic document handling.
Parent / Family Impact
No direct parent-specific operational change was identified.
School / Institution Impact
Higher education institutions must adjust student files, admissions checks, diploma supplements, and related documentation.
Teacher / Staff Impact
Academic staff involved in admissions or program documentation may need to follow updated record requirements.
Key Dates
- 2026-06-24: regulation published
- 2026-06-30: main entry into force
- 2027-01-01: selected diploma-related provisions enter into force.
What To Do
- Universities should update student-record templates
- admissions procedures
- and diploma supplement processes before the 2027 provisions apply.
What To Watch Next
Watch for university-level implementation notices and technical instructions for electronic diploma records.
Global Context
The amendment supports digital higher education credentials and may affect international recognition checks for Polish diplomas.
Source Record
Source type: Regulation
Source name: Dziennik Ustaw Rzeczypospolitej Polskiej