National Examinations Head Announces 1405 Konkor Exam Schedule Starting 21 Saur
KABUL (Afghan Verified) -- Abdul Baqi Haqqani, head of the National Examinations Administration, announced the schedule for the 1405 Konkor university entrance exams, to be held in four phases.
The first round will take place on 21 Saur in 15 provinces, followed by the second round on 28 Saur in 18 provinces, the third on 12 Jowza and a supplementary round on 22 Jowza.
Afghanistan International reported the third round will be held in Kabul, while estimating around 120,000 participants competing for 74,505 spots in higher education institutions out of a general intake capacity of 111,885.
Omid Radio detailed planned admissions including 59,460 general education graduates and 2,400 madrasa graduates to higher education, 8,585 in specialized fields and 4,006 to evening programs, for a total of approximately 74,451 spots.
The outlet also stated that exam questions will be prepared by teachers proficient in students' native languages, eliminating the need for translation.
Afghanistan International noted that girls have been banned from university entrance exams and access since 29 Qaws 1401, depriving more than 100,000 young women of higher education according to UNESCO.
Know more about this story?
If you have additional information or believe something is inaccurate, let us know. Your tips help us stay accurate.
Where reports agree
- Abdul Baqi Haqqani announced four-phase Konkor exam schedule
- First phase: 21 Saur/Thawr in 15 provinces
- Second phase: 28 Saur/Thawr in 18 provinces
- Third phase: 12 Jowza/Jawza
- Fourth phase: 22 Jowza supplementary
Where reports differ
- Intake/admission capacities (Source 1: 74,505 higher ed, 111,885 general; Source 2: detailed breakdown totaling ~74,451)
- Third round location (Kabul in Source 1 only)
- Girls' education ban and UNESCO stats (Source 1 only)
- Question preparation process (Source 2 only)
More in Politics
Taliban Ministry Sources Report Minister Abdul Kabir Manages Affairs from Sepidar Palace Amid Factional Rivalries
Taliban Foreign Minister Muttaqi Criticizes US, Israeli Attacks on Iran as Harmful to Region
Taliban Helmand Governor Accuses Pakistan of Hypocrisy Amid Border Tensions
Afghan Rural Rehabilitation Minister Meets World Food Programme Head
DevelopingTaliban Ministry Sources Report Minister Abdul Kabir Manages Affairs from Sepidar Palace Amid Factional Rivalries
Two sources in the Taliban Ministry of Refugees and Repatriates claim Minister Abdul Kabir has not visited the ministry since his Jadi 1403 appointment and manages it from Sepidar Palace amid rivalries between the Arg and Sepidar factions. Expert Mohammad Nazif Shahrani described the splits as rooted in perspectives, policies, regions, tribes and power displays.
ReliableTaliban Foreign Minister Muttaqi Criticizes US, Israeli Attacks on Iran as Harmful to Region
Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi met with Iran's charge d'affaires in Kabul, criticizing US and Israeli attacks on Iran as harmful to regional stability and praising Iran's support amid Afghanistan-Pakistan tensions. The sides discussed growing bilateral ties and the need for negotiations to resolve disputes.
ReliableTaliban Helmand Governor Accuses Pakistan of Hypocrisy Amid Border Tensions
Taliban Helmand Governor Amanuddin Mansour accused Pakistan of hypocrisy for airstrikes after US visits, claiming they bolster opponents and raise questions about the Taliban's staying power. He warned foes of swift elimination if they enter Afghanistan amid rising cross-border attacks.
ReliableAfghan Rural Rehabilitation Minister Meets World Food Programme Head
Mullah Abdul Latif Mansour, Afghanistan's minister of rural rehabilitation and development, met with the World Food Programme head to discuss projects in remote areas and pledged enhanced cooperation. The WFP official expressed appreciation for past work and, according to one report, satisfaction with security.