The Algerian Ministry of Professional Training and Education has announced that candidates for professional training have until September 26 to enroll on the Takwin platform. The ministry has scheduled the official start of the training session for October 4. This year's intake offers over 400,000 available spots and 23 new specialties. The ministry has been promoting the session under the slogan "Your profession... your vision guide for your future."
The enrollment period, which began on August 8, will come to a close on September 26, 2026. Candidates must register exclusively online through the official Takwin platform. The ministry has advised candidates to verify the closing dates, which may vary depending on the region, to avoid any confusion. In Oran, the local directorate of professional training has announced that registrations will continue until September 30 to accommodate those who missed the initial deadline.
The Minister of Professional Training and Education, Nassima Arhab, unveiled the details of this intake during a national conference on July 27. According to Arhab, the sector is offering over 400,000 available spots, distributed across different training modes, including apprenticeships. The minister also announced the introduction of 23 new specialties in fields such as environment, agriculture, industry, and digital technology.
The new specialties are being introduced in various regions, with Oran's local directorate citing examples such as embedded electronics and intelligent systems, and network and computer security. The directorate also mentioned a three-month qualifying training program for vehicle charging circuit maintenance. The ministry has also developed a digital platform for distance learning with electronic payment and free short training programs in priority areas like artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.
To enroll on the Takwin platform, candidates must follow several steps, including creating a personal account, selecting their region and educational level, choosing a training establishment and specialty, and providing precise information. The conditions for access and potential fees vary depending on the chosen specialty and training mode. Candidates are advised to verify the requirements for each offer on the Takwin platform or with their local professional training directorate.
After the enrollment period closes, training establishments will review applications and orient candidates. The selection and results announcement process will vary depending on the region. In Oum El Bouaghi, the local directorate has announced that the selection and orientation of candidates will take place from September 27 to 29, with results announced on October 1.
The Takwin platform has seen significant interest, with 82,383 registrations recorded in the first two weeks. In Oran, 13,918 candidates have enrolled, with 11,352 applications already validated for nearly 12,000 available spots. Other opportunities are available for students, including university enrollment and a public sector recruitment competition for 684 positions.
Key points
- Algeria's professional training sector offers over 400,000 available spots for the October intake.
- The Takwin platform has recorded 82,383 registrations in the first two weeks.
- The official start of the training session is scheduled for October 4, 2026.
