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The Embassy of the Russian Federation in Ashgabat has announced a temporary adjustment to the operating schedule of its consular department due to the New Year and Christmas holidays.
According to the official notice, no consular appointments will be held from December 31, 2025, through January 11, 2026. Regular services are set to resume on January 12, 2026, meaning consular assistance will be unavailable for a twelve-day period.
Applicants are advised to plan ahead and submit requests no later than December 30, or alternatively wait until consular operations recommence after the holidays.
Further details regarding consular services can be obtained through the embassy’s official communication channels.
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Entrance Examinations for Higher and Secondary Vocational Institutions Completed in Turkmenistan
24 Aug. 18:38Turkmenistan has officially concluded its admission campaign for higher and secondary vocational educational institutions for the 2026–2027 academic year. Held between July 13 and August 24, 2026, the examination process was conducted under state commission oversight and public supervision. Notably, entrance exams at the S.A. Niyazov Turkmen Agricultural University and the International University of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs were administered using a standardized testing format.
Following the examination results, over 18,000 applicants were admitted to higher education institutions. Under the newly implemented "Strategy for the Development of Higher Professional Education in Turkmenistan for 2026–2052," several new academic tracks were established across specialist, bachelor's, and master's degree levels, aligning with the "Atlas of Future Professions." Priority admission status was granted to international competition winners, top athletes, and high school medalists.
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