The government has tightened requirements for job candidates in educational institutions by mandating certificates of no criminal record and no bullying. The new rules are in place to protect children from individuals with a criminal past.
Funding will be provided to 246 institutions and higher education establishments, and over 50,000 scientists will receive additional allowances.
34,842 applicants already have active NMT participant accounts, 23,451 of which were created through "Diia". 5,867 entrants chose an overseas location to take the NMT.
Spring break in Kyiv schools will last from March 23 to March 29. During the break, knowledge clubs, compensatory classes, and educational events will be organized for schoolchildren.
The Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine has announced the key stages of the NMT in 2026. The testing will take place within the main and additional sessions in Ukraine and abroad.
The Cabinet of Ministers approved the allocation of UAH 2 billion for the purchase of more than 540 school buses in 2026. Priority is given to academic lyceums, schools from liquidated institutions, and special schools.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has adopted a decision for the timely provision of textbooks to educational institutions. It envisages improving the system from planning to early delivery of books and two-year planning with annual textbook approbation.
The Verkhovna Rada adopted a draft law that updates the rules for the functioning of scientific infrastructure in accordance with EU standards. The document also strengthens support for young scientists by introducing the concept of "postdoctoral researcher" and expanding grant opportunities.
The Verkhovna Rada adopted a bill that allows founders of out-of-school education institutions to set salaries and allowances that exceed the norms of the Cabinet of Ministers. This makes it possible to increase salaries for out-of-school education workers.
To preserve the educational process after massive Russian attacks that left a number of schools without heating, two mechanisms were introduced in Kyiv – distance learning and "educational migration. "
In Kyiv, educational institutions in 5 districts are temporarily merged to continue in-person learning. This decision was made after the massive attack on February 12, which left 315 buildings without heating, including 163 kindergartens and 141 schools.
The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine approved Order No. 28 dated January 8, 2026, which regulates security measures in schools. The document establishes a list of possible measures, such as physical and technical security, video surveillance, metal detectors, and restricts their use.
Minister of Education Oksen Lisovyi announced that teachers in six communities did not receive their salary supplements due to technical reasons. The problem will be resolved at the community level in the near future.
Minister of Education Oksen Lisovyi approved the list of the first participants in the experimental project on the reorganization of vocational education institutions into communal non-profit societies. This decision initiates the implementation of the provisions of the Law of Ukraine "On Vocational Education."
Mykhailo Poplavsky ceases to hold the position of rector of the Kyiv National University of Culture and Arts after the expiration of his contract. Minister of Education and Science Oksen Lisovyi emphasized the importance of electivity and renewal of leadership in higher education.
As a result of the night attack in Vinnytsia region, a wall of an educational building was destroyed and 5 buildings, including dormitories, were damaged. The heating system was also damaged, but there were no casualties.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has granted national status to the State University "Kyiv Aviation Institute. " This decision was made to commemorate the 120th anniversary of Oleh Antonov, as aviation is a priority for Ukraine.
Starting from January 2026, monetary surcharges to scholarships for students from privileged categories have been canceled in Yalta colleges and technical schools. Instead of financial support, they were offered free meals.
The Ukrainian government has approved a decision on an experiment with project-based postgraduate studies, which combines the training of doctors of philosophy with the implementation of research projects. This will change the logic of financing, focusing on specific projects rather than on the status of a postgraduate student.
Registration for the main session of the NMT-2026 will last from March 5 to April 2. Changes to registration data can be made until April 7.
Higher education institutions have started training zero-year students within the framework of the "Winter Admission" project. 88 HEIs submitted documents on the implementation of the program, 78 of them are under the management of the Ministry of Education and Science.
From February 2, general secondary education institutions in Kyiv are resuming classes. The format will be determined by the schools individually, taking into account safety and conditions.
The state educational platform "Mriya" has introduced its first AI-based tool – a test generator. It allows teachers to create and evaluate assignments, and also prevents cheating.
The Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine recommends that higher education institutions extend holidays or organize distance learning until February 8. The final decision on the format of education is made independently by each institution, taking into account the security situation and the state of the energy infrastructure.
The Cabinet of Ministers allocated UAH 3. 28 billion to finance scientific institutions and higher education institutions based on the results of their accreditation. For the first time, the funds will be distributed according to a formulaic mechanism, taking into account the group, scale, and effectiveness of their work.
The educational ombudsman announced that students and teachers can receive qualified psychological support free of charge. Assistance is available in educational institutions, inclusive resource centers, from family doctors, mental health centers, as well as through the "How are you?" program and the Ministry of Health's hotlines.
This week, teachers will receive their first increased salaries. From January 1, 2026, teachers' salaries will increase by 30%.
Kyiv is preparing for the resumption of the educational process next week, the format of education depends on many factors. Deputy Head of the Kyiv City State Administration Valentyn Mondryivskyi stated that offline, online, or mixed formats are possible.
Minister of Education and Science Oksen Lisovyi announced that teachers will start receiving updated salary calculations after a 30% increase in the coming weeks. The increase was included in the state budget for 2026.
In Odesa region, educational institutions are recommended to switch to distance learning on January 27 due to a drop in temperature, wet snow, and ice. This applies to all educational institutions, including kindergartens, schools, and universities.
