Education
News about education, schools, universities, curricula, teachers, and initiatives in the field of knowledge.
Matura 2026: Cancelled papers and better results for graduates
The Ministry of Education has announced the results of the state exams. An improvement in performance has been reported, but 107 exam papers were cancelled due to identical content.
The Ombudsman to the Ministry of Education and Science: maturità problems are now a matter of justice
Ombudsman Velislava Delcheva has requested an inspection by the Ministry of Education and Science following widespread reports of technical and organizational problems with the second compulsory state matriculation exams and profile-based training exams.
Burgas students to visit South Korea with funding from Friendship Association
The Korea-Bulgaria Friendship Association will fund annual visits for two students from Burgas to South Korea. The initiative aims to promote academic exchange and support those studying the Korean language.
Matriculation results 2026: Ministry of Education announces graduates' grades today
Today, the Ministry of Education and Science presents the official results of the state matriculation exams for 12th grade. See which were the most preferred subjects and the topics of the Bulgarian language and literature exam.
Teachers in strike readiness: will the 2026/2027 school year start?
"Education Syndicate" at CT "Podkrepa" reports high mobilization among teachers due to the 2026 budget, the linking of salaries to student results, and the withdrawal of funds from schools.
Minister Georgi Valchev: Improving the quality of higher education remains a priority
Minister of Education Prof. Georgi Valchev emphasized the importance of quality in higher education. Tuition fees for the 2026/2027 academic year and measures to attract students were discussed.
55,000 fourth-graders take their first Bulgarian language and literature exam
The national external assessment in Bulgarian language and literature for 55,000 fourth-graders is taking place today in 1,706 schools; results will be announced by June 15, 2026.
"Vazrazhdane" demands a complete ban on private electronic school registers in Bulgarian schools
The "Vazrazhdane" party is insisting on a ban on foreign private software in education, citing risks to digital sovereignty and the personal data of half a million students.
Education crisis: 50% of vocational high schools do not meet market needs
A new 2026 study by the IME reveals a drastic gap between vocational training in Bulgaria and business needs. See which sectors are suffering from labor shortages.
Minister Valchev hints at changes to the "little matura" to reduce stress for fourth-graders
Minister of Education Georgi Valchev announced that the national external assessment in the 4th grade will be analyzed and changes to its format are possible so that it does not unnecessarily burden the children and the system.
State Matriculation Exam in Bulgarian Language and Literature 2026: Correct answers and essay topics
The Ministry of Education and Science has published the official correct answers for the 2026 Bulgarian Language and Literature matriculation exam. See the topics for the interpretive essay and the argumentative essay, as well as all the essential information about the exam.
State Matriculation Exam in Bulgarian Language and Literature 2026: Yovkov and "Authorities Today" are the topics for graduates
Nearly 50,000 students took the state matriculation exam in Bulgarian language and literature. Learn about the topics for the 41st task, details regarding the exam, and when the results will be released.
Graduates are working on "Variant 8" at today's Bulgarian Language and Literature matriculation exam
The Bulgarian Language and Literature matriculation exam is being held using "Variant 8", drawn this morning at the Ministry of Education and Science. Over 13,800 invigilators and 783 schools are involved in conducting the exam, which includes 41 tasks divided into three parts.
Caretaker Government Approves 24 National Education Development Programs
The government approved 24 new educational programs with over 115 million euros in investments. The programs cover support for students with special needs, skills development, digitalization, and the expansion of educational pathways.
Young People from Across Bulgaria Met with Big Business in the "Meeting with Big Business" Initiative
Over 320 students from Plovdiv, Veliko Tarnovo, Sofia, Burgas, and Varna participated in the "Meeting with Big Business" initiative, organized by the Youth Council to the US Embassy in Bulgaria and Coca-Cola HBC Bulgaria through the #YouthEmpowered program.