Unified National Examinations – National Assessment and Examinations Center

Preliminary Results of the Student Grant Competition Announced

The National Assessment and Examinations Center (NAEC) has announced the preliminary results of the Student Grant Competition. Applicants can now view their results by visiting online.naec.ge. To log in, you will need your personal number and the nine-digit identification code provided on your exam card.

Appeals Process: Test and Evaluation Scheme

If an applicant disagrees with the preliminary assessment, they have the right to submit an appeal to NAEC. The appeal submission window is open from
🗓️ August 7, 10:00 AM to August 11, 6:00 PM.

Before submitting an appeal application, a non-refundable fee of 50 GEL must be paid. However, if the appeal results in a score change, the full amount will be refunded upon request.

How to Submit an Appeal Application

Visit online.naec.ge
Click on the “Appeal” button.
Enter your personal number and the nine-digit ID code from your exam card.
Select the test tasks you wish to appeal.
⚠️ Note: The system will not allow you to proceed unless the appeal fee has been paid.
Your appeal will be saved as a draft. You can revise it multiple times.
To finalize the appeal, make sure to click “Submit”.
🛑 Draft applications will be automatically canceled if not submitted.

Payment Options and Service Fees

You may pay the 50 GEL appeal fee using one of the following Bank of Georgia platforms:

bogpay.ge – Service fee: 0.5 GEL + 1.2%
(Supports all Georgian bank cards)
Self-service terminal – Service fee: 0.5 GEL
Internet banking (ibank.ge) – Service fee: 0.5 GEL
Mobile application (mBank) – Service fee: 0.5 GEL

For more details and assistance, visit online.naec.ge or contact the NAEC help center.

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.

The 2024 Exams Have Started

On Wednesday, the 3rd of July the unified national exams started across all exam centers in 12 cities throughout Georgia.

This year a total of 80,000 applicants registered for the 2024 exams, which includes:

Over 18,900 applicants for the teachers’ exam.

Over 47,000 university entrants for the unified national exams.

More than 3,000 students for the student grant competition.

More than 10,000 candidates for the common master’s exam.

The unified national exams commenced with the Georgian language and literature exam at 09:00, taking place in 24 exam centers. All centers are equipped with cooling systems. Additional transportation services have been arranged from the subway to the exam centers, with details available at www.naec.ge.

The 2024 exams will be conducted in two sessions. The National Assessment and Examinations Center urges examinees to arrive punctually; failure to do so may result in exclusion from the examination process.

Participants must present an ID and a printed exam card. The card must be printed clearly and error-free on a standard paper. Only water in a plastic bottle and a gel ink pen (0.5-0.7 mm ballpoint) are permitted inside the exam room. Mobile phones and other items must be stored in designated areas upon entry.

The unified national exams will conclude with the physics exam on July 26.

Officials Oversee Final Preparations at Examination Centers

Deputy Minister of Education, Science and Youth, Gela Geladze, Director of the National Assessment and Examinations Center, Nino Tsereteli, and Director of the Educational and Scientific Infrastructure Development Agency, Irakli Kuprava, recently visited examination centers to review ongoing preparations.

The centers are nearing completion, with the final arrangements of the sectors underway. The Educational and Scientific Infrastructure Development Agency has ensured that all necessary arrangements for equipping the centers, maintaining cooling systems, and setting up computers are finished. These measures are aimed at creating a comfortable and safe environment for the examination process.

In 2024, examination centers will operate in various cities including Tbilisi, Batumi, Zugdidi, Kutaisi, Poti, Akhaltsikhe, Gori, Ozurgeti, Rustavi, Telavi, Khulo, and Ambrolauri.

The examination process is set to begin on July 3 with the Unified National Exams.

Pre-examination preparations at the National Assessment and Examinations Center

Today, on the 6th of June an annual meeting was held to discuss issues related to the preparation of the 2024 exams.

During the meeting, the group members discussed the action plan and specific tasks to be performed by each agency involved in the logistical aspects of the exams. The discussion included the provision of emergency and fire aid, transportation, and other important issues.

Pre-examination preparations are actively underway at the National Assessment and Examinations Center. The process of distributing applicants to examination centers and providing the necessary materials for the examinations has begun.

The selection testing of invigilators, curators, and assistants for Tbilisi examination centers has been completed. In the near future, curators and assistants for regional centers will also be selected through testing. Meanwhile, the special commission, along with experts and the relevant center service, is reviewing applications regarding special conditions.

Examination centers will operate in 12 cities this year: Tbilisi, Rustavi, Telavi, Gori, Zugdidi, Kutaisi, Poti, Ozurgeti, Batumi, Akhaltsikhe, Khulo, and Ambrolauri.

A total of 80,000 applicants are registered for the unified national exams, the student grant competition, the general master’s exam, and the teacher’s exam.

In 2024, the examination process will begin with the Unified National Exams on July 3. Those registered for the subject and special teacher exams will start on July 5. The student grant competition will also be held on July 5, and the candidates for master’s degrees will take the common master’s exam on July 17-18.

To ensure a high level of exam administration, an organizational group is created every year. The group comprises of the representatives from the following agencies: the Government Administration of Georgia, the Ministry of Education, Science, and Youth of Georgia, the National Assessment and Examinations Center, the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Georgia, Tbilisi Municipality City Hall, the Ministry of Regional Development and Infrastructure of Georgia, the Ministry of Labor, Health, and Social Affairs of IDPs from the Occupied Territories of Georgia, the Ministry of Defense, the Resocialization-Rehabilitation Department of the Special Penitentiary Service (a state sub-departmental institution under the Ministry of Justice of Georgia), the Public Prosecutor’s Office, the Police Education Management Information System, the Police Educational and Scientific Infrastructure Development Agency, JSC “Telasi”, JSC “Energo-Pro Georgia”, LLC Magticom, and LLC Skytel.

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.

4 Most Unforgettable Stories from Exams 2023

What are the very first words that come up when mentioning exams? stress, hard work, dedication maybe?

What about excitement, joy, changing lives, making an impact?

We have collected four most memorable moments from exams 2023 as reminders that “those little things in life” matter the most.

#1 It is never to late to follow your dreams

I am 45 years old. A mother of 7 children and a grandmother of 2 grandchildren. This year I am taking the unified national exams. My decision at this age might seem strange for many people…
In 1995, I enrolled in the Faculty of Journalism. Unfortunately, due to family circumstances, I could not continue my studies from the second year. Of course, I was always heartbroken over this.
My husband passed away 3 years ago. After I was left alone, I realized I had to test out my potential as a person, as a woman and use my abilities live life to the fullest… Lacking higher education has always been one of my major regrets, so I went for it.
Despite many obstacles, I still decided to break the stereotypes and show everyone (including myself) that if you set a goal age does not matter at all.
Now I work in a kindergarten. I am a teacher’s assistant. I plan to continue my studies in the field of education. I prepared independently for the Georgian language and literature exam.
I hope everything will work out.
Megi Tateshvili, university entrant.

#2 Food is always a good idea

What happens when a nursing mother is an examinee?

Babies get to have breakfast, lunch and dinner at exam centers.

Exam center coordinators bring kiddos to their mamas and after meal time mothers continue working on the test again.

#3 The love of caring for people makes everything easier

“I wrote well, grandma!” – I am so happy every time the students tell me this when they come out of the exam and share a warm goodbye. I recently turned 70 years old – in addition to my grandchildren, you can say that I am also a grandmother of these applicants. I support each of them with all my heart.

I have been working as a cleaning lady for 12 years in the examination center in the 175th public school. This place is more than a job for me – I have a second home and a second family here. It seems that the joy of life increases with the interaction with the employees of the center.

We start cleaning the examination center from 6 o’clock in the morning. Physical work is not easy for anyone, but the love of caring for people makes everything easier for us
Eter Mukhigulashvili.

#4 If you want the rainbow you have to deal with the rain

This year, for the first time an exam center was opened in Ambrolauri, in the northwestern part of Georgia, the mountainous Racha-Lechkhumi and Kvemo Svaneti region.

Weather in the mountains changed pretty rapidly but the exam center staff made sure to assist each and every applicant to keep them from rain and bring smiles to brighten up their day.

The 2023 exams will conclude on the 26th of July. In parallel with the Unified National Exams in 2023, the National Assessment and Examinations Center is also conducting a Common Master’s Degree Exam and a Student Grant Competition. The center will also conduct the Subject/Professional Skills/Senior Special Teacher Examinations. In total, more than 75,000 applicants are registered for the 2023 exams.

Student Grant Competition 2023

Grant competition 2023 started on Wednesday, the 12th. More than 3,000 students who endeavor to obtain or improve educational funding joined the examination process. The Grant Competition has been held since 2007 and is a unique opportunity for students to get or increase merit based state grants.

All undergraduate students of accredited higher educational institutions, who have either not received a grant at all, or have only partial funding, have the right to participate in the competition. If the student is unable to improve the funding, he/she retains the previously obtained grant and remains entitled to re-register for the student grant competition each subsequent year (the grant does not finance additional semesters).

The National Assessment and Examinations Center has developed a test format specifically for this exam, and each year, test items are tailored for students to assess their general academic skills. Conducting the grant competition in the form of a centralized exam creates equal conditions for students of different universities and increases the motivation to study harder.

A foreign language exam for entrants was also held on the 12th of July. The next exam will be in biology on July 14.

Exams 2023 Have Started

On Monday, July the 3rd, centralized exam rollercoaster took off in Georgia. The first exam from the list of the Unified National Examinations was held in two sessions. The registration for the first session began simultaneously at 24 exam centers throughout the country at 08:00 sharp. The exam started at 09:00. The second session started at 15:00 and the registration was open from 14:00.

The Director of the NAEC Sophia Gorgodze as well as the Minister of Education and Science of Georgia Giorgi Amilakhvari and the Deputy Minister Gela Geladze visited the exam centers to observe the process on the spot.

The first exam sessions have passed peacefully, however many more intense days are ahead for the National Assessment and Examinations Center as the record number of registered applicants (more than 45000) will be testing out their skills and knowledge within the upcoming weeks.

This year the exam centers operate in Tbilisi, Batumi, Zugdidi, Kutaisi, Poti, Akhaltsikhe, Gori, Ozurgeti, Rustavi, Telavi and Khulo. For the first time, the examination center was opened in Ambrolauri.

All centers are equipped with a cooling system and all the necessary infrastructure. Ambulances, rescue service and patrol police are mobilized at the examination centers. Additional public transport with a standard rate has been allocated to get to the exam centers.