Tag: education

Behind the Scenes: Preparing for Georgia’s 2025 Examination Season

The 2025 examination season in Georgia is set to officially begin on July 3 with the launch of the Unified National Exams. The first subject on the agenda for applicants will be Georgian Language and Literature. The national exams will conclude on July 22 with the Visual and Applied Arts exam.

Meanwhile, those registered for the Teacher Certification Exams will enter the examination process starting July 8, and the Student Grant Competition is scheduled for July 10. For graduate degree candidates, the Common Master’s Exam will be held on July 21-22.

Detailed information about individual exam dates, reporting times, and the addresses of testing centers will be provided on each applicant’s personal examination card. Applicants will be able to print their exam cards from their registration page starting June 20.

The National Assessment and Examinations Center (NAEC) is actively preparing to ensure that the examination process runs smoothly. Preparatory steps already completed include trial testing of exam materials, along with training and assessments for all individuals involved in the examination process.

Currently, the NAEC is in the process of printing and sorting answer sheets, draft papers, and support materials such as maps and periodic tables of chemical elements. Final preparations are also underway to equip the examination laptops with the necessary software. Additionally, an independent team of experts is finalizing the identification and analysis of special requirements for candidates who need accommodations, based on their applications and submitted Form N100.

As in previous years, exam centers for 2025 will operate in multiple locations across the country, including Tbilisi, Batumi, Zugdidi, Kutaisi, Poti, Akhaltsikhe, Gori, Ozurgeti, Rustavi, Telavi, Khulo, and Ambrolauri. Soon, the NAEC will begin equipping these centers with all necessary supplies.

To help applicants better prepare, the NAEC has already hosted several Open Days throughout Georgia, both in-person and online. Another informational session is planned in the near future to provide comprehensive guidance on the exam process and regulations. The exact date of this meeting will be announced soon on the NAEC’s official website and Facebook page.

Additionally, an organizational meeting has already been held to coordinate preparations for the exams. Participants discussed detailed action plans and outlined key steps leading up to the exams.

This year, approximately 80,000 applicants have registered to take part in the Unified National Exams, the Common Master’s Exam, Teacher Certification Exams, and the Student Grant Competition.

Stay tuned for further updates and make sure to regularly check the official platforms of the National Assessment and Examinations Center for the latest information.

The winners of the National School Olympiad 2023-2024 were Awarded

On Thursday, the 17th of October the winners of the National School Olympiad 2023-2024 academic year were awarded by the Minister of Education, Science and Youth of Georgia, Aleksandre Tsuladze, and the Director of the National Assessment and Examinations Center, Nino Tsereteli.

The Minister congratulated the outstanding students on their success, presenting them with special prizes and diplomas in recognition of their achievements.

Aleksandre Tsuladze remarked:
“Today, we celebrate the exceptional talent gathered here. This is a great victory, and I encourage you all to continue deepening your knowledge and pursuing excellence throughout your lives. Our team has already represented Georgia at the International Olympiads, and I am confident that our students will continue to bring pride to our country with many more victories ahead.
You are the future of Georgia, and I thank each of you for your hard work and success. I firmly believe in your abilities and hope that with your knowledge and dedication, you will contribute to building a brighter future for our country.”

Around 50 students were awarded during the event, with the top ten receiving additional gift vouchers.

In the 2023-2024 academic year, over 26,300 students participated in the National School Olympiad. Of these, more than 7,000 advanced to the second round, and 600 made it to the third round.

The National School Olympiad, organized annually by the National Assessment and Examinations Center, begins with an electronic first round in which all interested schools may participate. The Olympiad aims to motivate students and identify potential candidates to represent Georgia in international competitions.

Online registration for the National School Olympiad will begin on October 24 and will continue until November 14 at 6:00 p.m.

The Main Sessions of the 2024 Exams Have Been Concluded

On Friday, the 26th of July the main sessions of the 2024 exams finished. Initial results show that approximately 93% of applicants appeared for the Unified National Exams, while 71% participated in the student grant competition. Additionally, 79% took part in the general master’s exam, and 84% took part in the teachers’ exam. There was a single case of disqualification due to an attempt to use unauthorized materials.

“This year’s exams, I believe, were successful, thanks to the dedication of every employee involved in organizing this crucial process. Marking process has already started, and the publication of the results will begin in early August with the initial results of the Georgian language and literature exam. Results for other subjects will be announced gradually as soon as marking is completed. Examinees will be able to view their scores and papers on the website: online.naec.ge.

I would like to remind the entrants once again that they will have the opportunity to indicate and change educational programs in their registration application from the day after the publication of the results of the appeals. Therefore, I urge them to carefully review their choices and, if desired, make changes to the ranked list of programs. It is also very important to remember to save any changes using the save button,” said Nino Tsereteli, director of the National Assessment and Examinations Center.

A total of 24 examination centers were opened across Georgia in 2024. About 80,000 applicants were registered for the exams, including more than 47,000 entrants for the Unified National Exams; over 3,000 students for the student grant competition; more than 10,000 master’s degree candidates registered for the general master’s exam, and over 18,900 applicants expressed their desire to participate in the teachers’ exam.

Open Door Day for Entrants

The National Assessment and Examinations Center (NAEC) organized an open door day for prospective university entrants to provide information and guidance about the upcoming 2024 Unified National Exams.

The event aimed to familiarize students with the exam structure, content, and procedures, as well as to address any questions or concerns they might have had about the exams. Attendees received comprehensive responses to their inquiries, and took part in a mock registration process to elucidate technical aspects.

Representatives of the center, including subject experts, shared detailed information on registration procedures and the preparatory phase for the exams to aspiring participants.

The National Assessment and Examinations Center intends to organize open door days across various regions of Georgia. Additionally, online sessions will be arranged, accessible to all interested parties. Detailed information will be available on the National Assessment and Examinations Center’ website and Facebook page.

2024 Exam Registration Dates Released

Today, on the 1st of March the National Assessment and Examinations Center announced the commencement of registration for the Unified National Exams of 2024, the Common Master’s Exam and the Student Grant Competition. Registration will open on March 4, at 10:00 a.m. and will conclude on April 4 at 6:00 p.m.

The new head of the National Assessment and Examinations Center, Nino Tsereteli, emphasized the importance of adhering to the designated deadlines and procedures for registration. Tsereteli stressed that compliance with the established protocols is crucial for individuals intending to participate in this year’s examinations. Details regarding registration for the teacher exam will be announced at a later date.

Nino Tsereteli, Director of the National Assessment and Examinations Center

Prospective candidates can register for the 2024 Unified National Exams, the Common Master’s Exam, and the Student Grant Competition starting from March 4 via the official website: online.naec.ge. Comprehensive information regarding the registration process and payment methods will be available on the Center’s website, www.naec.ge, on the day of registration.

Examination centers will operate in various locations, including Tbilisi, Rustavi, Telavi, Gori, Zugdidi, Kutaisi, Poti, Ozurgeti, Batumi, Akhaltsikhe, Khulo, and Ambrolauri.

Attention Entrants: The registration process consists of several stages this year. At the primary stage, until April 4, 18:00, examinees must provide personal information, select the exam city, and choose subjects for examination. Changes to subject selection and language preferences can be made until April 15, 18:00. Modifications to the list of educational programs are permitted following the publication of appeal results.

The National Assessment and Examinations Center highlights that applicants can select multiple educational programs aligned with their subject preferences.

For the 2024 exams, the Center is offering specially curated electronic guidelines containing essential information for applicants.

Handbook for entrants includes details about the examination process, registration guidelines, program selection, result publication, appeal procedures, enrollment, and the process for securing a state educational grant. Additionally, a comprehensive table displaying data from higher educational institutions, examination coefficients, competence thresholds, tuition fees, and other pertinent information.