Special Operating Rules for Higher Education Institutions Extended to 2028 (Russia, June 2026)
The Russian Government extended special operating arrangements for federal higher education and scientific organizations connected with Donetsk, Luhansk, Zaporizhzhia, and Kherson territories named in the regulation. The covered period was extended from 2023–2026 to 2023–2028.
Source: Government of the Russian Federation, Decree No. 806
The Russian Government extended special operating arrangements for federal higher education and scientific organizations connected with Donetsk, Luhansk, Zaporizhzhia, and Kherson territories named in the regulation. The covered period was extended from 2023–2026 to 2023–2028.
What Changed?
The decree amended Government Decree No. 599 by replacing the 2023–2026 operating period with 2023–2028. This keeps the special procedure in place for federal higher education organizations and scientific organizations carrying out educational, scientific, methodological, and material support functions in the named territories.
Old System vs New System
The special operating procedure was set for the 2023–2026 period.
The special operating procedure is extended through 2028, giving covered institutions a longer operating period under the special rules.
Who Is Affected?
Student Impact
Students in covered institutions may continue studying under the special operating arrangements through the extended period.
Parent / Family Impact
Families connected with covered institutions receive more continuity on the operating rules that affect study organization and institutional support.
School / Institution Impact
Covered higher education and scientific organizations can continue applying the special procedure through 2028 instead of preparing for its end in 2026.
Teacher / Staff Impact
Academic and research staff in covered organizations may continue working under the extended arrangements for educational and scientific support.
Key Dates
- 2026-06-30: decree published
- 2026-07-08: entry into force
- 2028: extended period ends.
What To Do
- Covered institutions should update internal planning documents
- student guidance
- and support arrangements to reflect the 2028 extension.
What To Watch Next
Further acts may adjust admissions, staffing, financing, or recognition measures for covered institutions during the extended period.
Global Context
The change is relevant for higher education continuity tracking in territories affected by political and administrative transition, especially for students and institutions monitoring recognition, support, and operating rules.
Source Record
Source type: regulation
Source name: Government of the Russian Federation, Decree No. 806