The Supreme Coordination Committee will convene today, September 24, to review the results of equivalent Arab and foreign certificates, paving the way for their announcement. This comes after the completion of reviewing student files who obtained these certificates. The review process is a crucial step before the official announcement of the results.
The Egyptian Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, in conjunction with the Ministry of Education and Technical Education, issued a decision regarding the geographical distribution system for students with equivalent secondary certificates. This decision, published in the Egyptian Official Gazette on September 19, 2026, outlines the rules for students applying to Egyptian universities and institutions.
According to the new decision, the geographical distribution system will apply to students with equivalent secondary certificates, including Egyptian, Arab, and foreign certificates. The system considers the student's place of residence in Egypt, as stated on their national ID card issued before June 1 of the application year. Any previous exceptions to this rule have been canceled.
Starting from the 2026/2027 academic year, students will need to meet all the necessary components, conditions, and eligible streams to join universities under the education system adopted in the country issuing the equivalent certificate. This change aims to ensure that students meet the required standards for their chosen field of study.
Another significant change, effective from the 2026/2027 academic year, is that only detailed, actual grades without rounding or approximation will be considered for students' secondary certificates and equivalents. These certificates must be issued or recognized and endorsed by the Egyptian Ministry of Education and Technical Education.
The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, along with the Ministry of Education and Technical Education, have been working to update and streamline the process for students with equivalent certificates. These changes aim to create a fair and transparent system for university admissions, ensuring that all students have equal opportunities.
The announcement of the equivalent certificates results today will bring clarity to students who have been waiting for this crucial information. The results will determine their eligibility and potential placement in Egyptian universities and institutions, marking an important milestone in their academic journey.
Key points
- The Supreme Coordination Committee will announce the results of equivalent Arab and foreign certificates today.
- The geographical distribution system will apply to students with equivalent secondary certificates.
- Only detailed, actual grades will be considered for students' secondary certificates and equivalents starting from the 2026/2027 academic year.
