June 2026 Education Changes
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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.
Federal Vocational Standard Approved for Industrial Design (Russia, June 2026)
The Ministry of Education approved the federal state educational standard for the secondary vocational specialty 15.02.21 Industrial Design. The standard sets mandatory requirements for programs leading to the industrial designer qualification.
Targeted Training Admission Guidance Issued (Russia, June 2026)
The Ministry of Science and Higher Education sent institutions reference information on legislative changes affecting targeted training and admission to target quota seats. The guidance supports the 2026 admissions process for applicants, universities, and organizations using targeted training contracts.
Higher Education Level Pilot Rules Approved for 2026/27–2029/30 (Russia, June 2026)
The Russian Government approved rules for continuing the pilot project that changes higher education levels. The rules apply to the 2026/27 through 2029/30 academic years.
Specialty Lists Approved for the Higher Education Level Pilot (Russia, June 2026)
The Government approved the lists of specialties, fields of study, qualifications, and research specialties used in the higher education level pilot. Admission under these lists begins with the 2026/27 admissions campaign.
Preschool Admission Rules Extended to March 2032 (Russia, June 2026)
The Ministry of Education extended the validity period of the national procedure for admission to preschool education programs. The rule now remains valid until 1 March 2032.
Online University Admission Service Rules Updated for Foreign Applicants (Russia, June 2026)
The Russian Government amended the rules for the federal online university admission super service. The update clarified how foreign citizens and stateless applicants may use the service and adjusted the list of institutions covered by the service.
Education Quality Assessment Activities Set for the 2026/27 School Year (Russia, June 2026)
Rosobrnadzor issued guidance for education quality assessment activities in the 2026/27 school year. The guidance covered national comparative studies, all-Russian verification works in general education, and verification works in secondary vocational education.