Turkey 2026 University Entrance Exam (YKS) Result Date; Exact Date Confirmed

Official Release Date for YKS 2026 Results

According to the official statement from the Assessment, Selection and Placement Center (ÖSYM), the results of the Higher Education Institutions Examination (YKS), which includes the TYT (Basic Proficiency Test), AYT (Field Proficiency Test), and YDT (Foreign Language Test) stages, will be published on July 22, 2026 [1]. This exam, held on June 20 and 21, determines the academic future of more than 3 million candidates for entry into public and private universities in Turkey [2].

Local media, including "Yozgat Hakimiyet," have reported that the process of grading exam papers and reviewing optical answer sheets is in its final stages. Although in previous years results were sometimes announced a few days earlier than scheduled, ÖSYM has so far emphasized July 22 as the definitive date [3].

How to View Results on the ÖSYM System

Candidates do not need to visit any office in person to access their scorecards. Results are published entirely digitally through the "Sonuç Açıklama Sistemi" at sonuc.osym.gov.tr [1]. Candidates must log in to the system using their Turkish Republic Identification Number (T.C. Kimlik No) and the private password they received during registration.

It should be noted that no physical or written scorecards will be sent to candidates' addresses, and the electronic version available on the website is the only valid document for subsequent admission stages. In case of a forgotten password, candidates can restore their access through the e-Devlet gateway [2].

Details of TYT and AYT Exams

The YKS 2026 exam was held in three stages. The first stage (TYT), held on June 20, included 120 questions in the fields of Turkish, Mathematics, Social Sciences, and Natural Sciences, measuring students' basic skills. The second stage (AYT) was held on June 21 and focused on candidates' specialized knowledge in Mathematics, Literature, Science, and History [3].

The scores obtained in these exams, along with specific coefficients and the inclusion of the High School Graduation Grade (OBP), form the candidate's final placement score. Candidates should note that the national Success Ranking is much more important for department selection than the raw score obtained [1].

Next Steps: Department Selection and Admission

Immediately after the results are announced on July 22, the Preference Guide (Tercih Kılavuzu) will be published. It is expected that the preference process will begin in the last week of July and continue until early August [2]. At this stage, candidates must register their priority list in the ÖSYM system based on their ranking and university capacities. Final university placement results are usually announced in mid-August to allow students enough time for in-person university registration [3].