ÖSYM Announces New Calendar for Foreign Student Admission Exam (TR-YÖS)

The Assessment, Selection and Placement Center of Turkey (ÖSYM) issued an official statement informing international candidates of the precise scheduling for the registration and administration phases of the TR-YÖS/2 exam. This exam, now recognized as the primary standard for student admission to state universities and many private universities in Turkey, plays a decisive role in the academic future of foreign applicants [1].

Details of the TR-YÖS/2 Exam Calendar According to the announcement published by the Türkgün media outlet, the registration process for the second exam of 2026 will begin in mid-August. Candidates are required to complete the forms and pay the exam fee through the ÖSYM electronic system within the designated period [2]. The exam date is scheduled for late October 2026 to ensure that results are available to universities before the start of the second academic semester.

Importance of the Centralized Exam for Foreign Applicants The TR-YÖS exam, which has replaced individual university exams in recent years, is held with the aim of unifying the admission system and increasing educational equity. The exam is offered in various languages, including Turkish, English, Arabic, French, German, and Russian, so that candidates from around the world can demonstrate their academic abilities in the best possible way [3]. The scores obtained from this exam are valid for department selection across a wide range of fields, including engineering, medicine, and humanities.

Examination Centers and Registration Method ÖSYM has confirmed that this exam will be held simultaneously in more than 30 countries worldwide, in addition to domestic centers in all major Turkish provinces [1]. Candidates can participate in this competition by visiting designated centers in cities such as Ankara, Istanbul, or Van, or by utilizing international centers if active. Required documents include a valid passport and a recent biometric photo, which must be uploaded to the system [2].

Final Recommendations for Candidates Given the intense competition in 2026, educational experts recommend that applicants reserve their exam center immediately after the registration portal opens, as the capacity of some centers fills up quickly [3]. Furthermore, studying official resources published by ÖSYM and reviewing questions from previous years is vital for success in this exam.