Uzbekistan sharply increases university admissions for 2026–2027 academic year.
Uzbekistan has substantially expanded admissions to higher education institutions for the 2026–2027 academic year, with more than 234,000 places allocated for full-time bachelor's programs, including over 36,000 funded by the state..
Uzbekistan has significantly boosted university admissions for the 2026–2027 academic year, allocating over 234,000 spots for full-time bachelor's programs, with more than 36,000 of these funded by the government.
Kongratbay Sharipov, the Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, announced that the government has sanctioned 36,023 state-funded scholarships for the upcoming academic year. The total number of admissions for full-time undergraduate programs is set to surpass 234,000.
The minister indicated that this year's admission campaign will focus on engineering, information technology, teacher education, and agricultural studies, aligning with the workforce demands of the country.
Over the past three years, admissions to full-time bachelor's programs have consistently increased. The intake was 127,995 students in 2024, which rose to 148,400 in 2025. For 2026, the number has been elevated to more than 234,000 spots.
This expansion demonstrates the government's commitment to enhancing access to higher education while preparing professionals in sectors deemed vital for Uzbekistan's economic growth.