2026 Turkey KPSS Associate Degree Exam Schedule Announced; Registration Details

The Assessment, Selection and Placement Center in Turkey (ÖSYM) has officially announced the 2026 recruitment exam calendar. According to this announcement, details for the Public Personnel Selection Examination (KPSS) for Associate Degree (Ön Lisans) graduates have been specified. This exam, which is held every two years for this academic level, is considered one of the most important steps for entering the Turkish civil service [1][2].

Key Registration and Exam Dates According to the published schedule, the registration process for 2026 KPSS Associate Degree candidates will begin on July 29, 2026. Candidates have until the end of business hours on August 10, 2026, to complete their documents and perform initial registration [3][4].

The exam itself is scheduled for Sunday, October 4, 2026. Candidates must be present at the designated examination centers on this day to compete in two sections: General Knowledge and General Ability [1][5].

Registration Method and Participation Requirements Registration for this exam is conducted entirely electronically through the ÖSYM Candidate Operations System (ÖSYM AİS). Applicants must visit ais.osym.gov.tr and log into the system using their T.C. Identification Number and password [3].

Important points during registration include:
* Updating the candidate's photo if necessary.
* Accurately selecting the exam center based on place of residence.
* Paying the exam fee through authorized bank portals or the ÖSYM online payment system within the specified timeframe [2].

This exam is specifically for individuals who hold an associate degree (two-year) or who will graduate by the specified date [4].

Late Registration Deadline and Results Announcement For individuals who, for any reason, failed to register during the normal period, ÖSYM has provided a short window known as "Late Application" (Geç Başvuru). This deadline will be from August 19 to 20, 2026. It should be noted that the registration fee during this period is usually higher than the standard rate [1][3].

Finally, according to the official calendar, the 2026 KPSS Associate Degree exam results will be announced on October 30, 2026, through the ÖSYM results system, allowing candidates to proceed with their department choices and recruitment priorities [1][5].

Importance of the KPSS Exam for Associate Degree Graduates The KPSS Associate Degree (Group B) exam is vital for recruiting personnel for administrative and technical posts in Turkish government institutions. Since this exam is only held in even-numbered years (such as 2026), failure to participate or succeed means waiting two years for the next opportunity. Therefore, educational experts recommend that candidates finalize their study plans now based on the announced dates [2][4].