The government instructed the National Agency for Education to develop digital, centrally marked national final examinations for the grading system scheduled to be introduced progressively from 2028.
The Technical Access Committee extended nationwide registration for the 2026 Regular PAES because of a climate emergency affecting several regions. The new deadline was 27 July at 13:00.
Circular 0063/2026 set the National Council for Special Education Parents Notify process used to estimate demand for special education places for the 2027/2028 school year.
The National Testing Agency confirmed the examination window for the UGC-NET June 2026 cycle in computer-based test mode. The schedule set the examination period from 22 June to 30 June 2026.
The National Testing Agency implemented the NEET (UG) 2026 re-examination process for 21 June 2026 and issued additional official communication safeguards for candidates. NTA stated that fresh admit cards were required and the earlier 3 May 2026 admit cards were no longer valid for the re-examination.
The Ministry of Education and other departments reinforced national security controls for the 2026 Gaokao. The update focused on stricter exam-site management, high-tech anti-cheating measures, smart security checks, and coordinated action against exam-related fraud.
MEXT corrected the official answer handling for Question 9 in the Science subject of the 2022 Junior High School Graduation Equivalency Examination. All examinees are now treated as having answered that question correctly.
The National Education Academy launched a Family and Education trainer-training programme to prepare educators who will lead local family education activities. The programme is part of a broader effort to update teacher professional development with workshop-based, interactive and collaborative learning.
The Tertiary Education Commission expanded the Inspiring the Future careers programme with new event formats for senior students. The update adds Career Chat, Career Discussion Group, and Role Model Interview formats.
The Tertiary Education Commission updated the Rangatahi Futures career education programme so it can be used by more organisations. Community groups and iwi can now deliver the resources alongside schools and kura.