The Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Mr. Kamel Baddari, held a press conference today, 30 July 2026, at the Ministry’s headquarters, during which he announced the results of the university orientation process for 2026 baccalaureate holders.

The Minister stated that the university orientation process was conducted 100% digitally, within an integrated system aimed at strengthening the principles of transparency and equal opportunities among all newly admitted baccalaureate holders. A total of 391,018 students were assigned to programs, with 97% receiving one of their preferred choices. The process was based on balancing students’ preferences, the admission capacities of higher education institutions, and labor market needs.

These results reflect the success of the modern digital system adopted by the sector, which has been enhanced with artificial intelligence technologies, including a smart assistant designed to support students throughout the orientation process, as well as modern data analysis tools.

More than 227,000 students (60%) were oriented towards science, technology and mathematics programs, compared with more than 163,000 students (40%) in the fields of literature, humanities and social sciences. In addition, 2,400 students were oriented towards emerging and future-oriented fields, including artificial intelligence, robotics and nanotechnology.

Furthermore, 46,500 students (12%) benefited from direct employment opportunities, through their orientation to Higher Teacher Training Schools and paramedical training institutes.