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Minedu Confirms Jan. 19 Launch of Free Digital Enrollment at 2,000+ Public Schools

The pilot streamlines access through a centralized portal with RENIEC identity checks and on-site support points to reduce queues and improve transparency.

Overview

  • The rollout covers more than 2,000 schools in 20 UGELs across Lima Metropolitana, Lima Provincias, Callao, Arequipa, Tacna and Moquegua.
  • Enrollment windows are set for Jan. 19–Mar. 6 for the digital modality and Jan. 5–Mar. 6 in person at non-participating schools.
  • The digital channel applies to first-time entrants and transfer requests, with continuing students only ratifying their place, and initial level requires age 3 by Mar. 31, 2026.
  • Parents will apply at matriculadigital.pe to review participating schools, submit a vacancy request, choose up to three nearby options and receive results by email, and the service is free with DNI or valid documents for foreign students.
  • The ministry will recruit auxiliares de educación from Jan. 12–16 under RVM 158-2025 to bolster school operations during the enrollment period.