Antalya Metropolitan Municipality Provides Free Transportation for LGS and YKS Candidates

As critical days approach for students in Turkey, Antalya Metropolitan Municipality has once again stood by candidates and their families with a supportive decision. According to a statement released today, June 12, 2026, all students participating in the High School Entrance System (LGS) and the Higher Education Institutions Exam (YKS) can use urban public transportation services free of charge [1].

Details of the Candidate Support Plan in Antalya This initiative, aimed at reducing candidate stress and preventing heavy traffic around exam centers, includes municipal buses and tram lines (Antray). According to the official announcement, candidates will be allowed to use these services for free simply by presenting their "Exam Entrance Document" (Sınav Giriş Belgesi) to drivers or station attendants [2]. This facility is available not only for students but also for exam proctors and supervisors who hold official assignments.

Implementation Schedule for 2026 Exams Given that the YKS exam will be held on June 13 and 14, 2026, Antalya Municipality has mobilized its entire fleet to fully cover routes leading to educational centers [3]. This plan is implemented in the hours before the exam starts to ensure candidates arrive on time and in the hours after the exam ends for their return home. City officials have requested families to avoid using private vehicles as much as possible to keep routes open for public transport and candidates.

Antalya Mayor's Message to Students In a message wishing success to all young people, the Mayor of Antalya emphasized that the municipality is always striving to remove logistical barriers for the country's future elites. He noted that providing appropriate infrastructure for exam days is part of the municipality's social responsibility toward the younger generation [1]. This action has become a tradition in Antalya in recent years and has played an important role in maintaining urban order during high-traffic national exam days.

Important Recommendations for Exam Day Candidates are advised to be at the exam center at least one hour before the start. Given that public transport is free, using the tram is suggested as the best option for reaching central exam centers due to its timing accuracy and avoidance of city traffic [2]. Additionally, candidates must carry their original ID card and entrance document to present on vehicles and for exam entry.