Kadıköy Anadolu High School Admission Scores and New LGS 2026 Criteria

Today, July 4, 2026, as thousands of students in Turkey await the final results of the High School Entrance Exam (LGS), the release of new details by the Ministry of National Education (MEB) has sparked a wave of analysis within the educational community. These changes will directly impact not only how students choose their schools but also the quality standards of institutions such as Kadıköy Anadolu High School (KAL) [1].

Fundamental Changes in Admission Criteria for Top Schools According to the latest decree published in the Official Gazette of Turkey, the Ministry of National Education has set new criteria for schools that admit students through the central exam score. Under this new regulation, "academic success" is no longer the sole criterion; instead, Anadolu schools must earn points in areas such as national and international projects, cultural and social activities, and collaboration with universities and civil society organizations to maintain their status on the gifted schools list [2]. This multi-dimensional approach reflects Turkey's effort to elevate the quality of education in top-tier public schools.

The final approval process for these schools has also become more complex. For Anadolu schools, a multi-stage evaluation system involving provincial and ministerial commissions has been established, which is ultimately finalized with the signature of the Minister of National Education [1][2]. Meanwhile, this process remains shorter for Science High Schools (Fen Liseleri).

Status of Kadıköy Anadolu High School in 2026 Kadıköy Anadolu High School, known as one of Turkey's oldest and most prestigious educational institutions, faces a new challenge this year regarding its capacity. Reports indicate that the school's admission capacity for the current academic year has been reduced to 150 students [4]. This reduction, compared to previous years when it reached up to 240, means that entering this school will be more difficult, and the required percentile rankings will likely shift toward lower numbers.

Based on 2025 data, the minimum admission score for this school was approximately 485.28, with a required percentile of about 0.54 [4]. It is predicted that, given the new MEB criteria and the capacity reduction, candidates will need a ranking below the 0.5 percentile for admission in 2026. Offering programs such as AP (Advanced Placement) and eTwinning projects, the school remains a primary destination for educational elites in Istanbul.

Key Calendar for Candidates and Parents According to the official announcement by the Ministry of National Education, the LGS 2026 exam results will be published on July 10 via the meb.gov.tr website [3]. Immediately after the results are announced, the school selection marathon will begin from July 13 to July 24 [3].

Educational experts recommend that parents and students pay attention to the new MEB monitoring criteria for Anadolu schools, in addition to the scores obtained, during this period. Since the capacity of top schools has become more limited, the selection strategy must be formulated with high precision, using the 2025 percentile rankings as the primary reference [1][3].