The key facts

  • The deadline for paying contracts and university enrollment has been extended to November 1, 2026
  • Under the basic contract, at least 25% must be paid; under the differentiated contract — 50% of the annual amount
  • Children of teachers studying full-time in bachelor's programs at state universities receive a 30% tuition compensation

Extension of the payment deadline

The Ministry of Education and Science of Uzbekistan announced that the deadline for paying contracts and completing student enrollment at higher education institutions for the 2026/2027 academic year has been extended to November 1. Earlier, in September, the deadline had already been extended — at that time, payments were allowed until October 15.

Whom the extension applies to

The established deadline applies to bachelor's and master's students, applicants recommended for enrollment, students enrolled on the basis of a differentiated contract, as well as those who are transferring, being reinstated after expulsion, or resuming their studies.

Amount of the mandatory payment

By November 1, it is necessary to pay at least 25% of the annual tuition cost under the basic contract and at least 50% under the differentiated contract.

Benefit for children of teachers

Starting from the 2026/2027 academic year, a procedure has been introduced for compensating 30% of the tuition cost under the contract for children of pedagogical workers studying full-time in bachelor's programs at state universities. To receive the benefit, an application must be submitted through the kontrakt.edu.uz platform.