Urgent Announcement for DGS 2026 Candidates: Civil Registry Offices Reopening

Today, Sunday, July 19, 2026, thousands of candidates across Turkey are preparing to take the Vertical Transfer Exam (DGS). This exam, organized by the Assessment, Selection and Placement Center (ÖSYM), serves as a bridge for vocational school graduates to enter undergraduate programs. However, one of the biggest concerns for candidates on the morning of the exam is the loss or unavailability of their national ID card. According to reports published by local sources, including "Kırşehir Haber 40," special measures have been taken to resolve this issue [1].

Details of Civil Registry Office Openings on Exam Day According to the official announcement from ÖSYM and the Turkish Ministry of Interior, Civil Registry Offices (Nüfus Müdürlükleri) in the cities where the exam is held will be open this morning. This action was taken to prevent the disqualification of candidates who have lost their national ID cards or whose documents lack the necessary photo and details for entry [2]. In the city of Kırşehir, these offices are active from 07:00 AM to 10:00 AM to handle emergency requests.

Documents Required for Issuing a Temporary Identity Card Candidates facing identification document issues must visit the nearest selected Civil Registry office with the following documents: 1. Exam Entry Document: Candidates must have a printed copy of the Exam Entry Document (Sınava Giriş Belgesi) obtained from the AIS system. 2. One Biometric Photo: A recent photo is mandatory for issuing the temporary identity document [1][3].

After the office staff verifies the candidate's information in the ÖSYM system, a "Temporary Identity Document" (Geçici Kimlik Belgesi) with a barcode and official signature is issued. This document is the only valid proof that allows a candidate to enter the examination hall in the absence of a national ID card.

Strict Entry Rules for DGS 2026 The DGS 2026 exam begins promptly at 10:15 AM. However, a critical point that all candidates must note is the "10:00 AM rule." According to ÖSYM guidelines, the doors to the examination centers will close exactly at 10:00 AM, and after that, no candidate will be allowed entry under any circumstances [3]. Therefore, those who need to visit the Civil Registry office must schedule their time to be present at the exam hall before this hour.

Final Recommendations for Candidates Educational experts recommend that in addition to their national ID card and exam entry document, candidates should avoid carrying prohibited items such as mobile phones, smartwatches, and any metal objects. This year's exam is held with the participation of more than 239,000 candidates in 81 provinces of Turkey, and the results will be announced on August 13, 2026, according to the schedule [2]. In case of any problems on the way to the center, police forces stationed around schools and universities are also ready to guide the candidates.