Overview
- The Education Ministry activated the PUA through Vice‑Ministerial Resolution No. 007-2026-MINEDU, establishing the legal basis for the 2026 admissions cycle.
- Applications must be submitted on Minedu’s official COAR platform by a parent or legal guardian, and the process carries no fees.
- The call is for public‑school students who completed second grade of secondary and meet academic and age criteria, including top class ranking or recognized contest results with parental authorization.
- Evaluations are structured in phases under the approved bases, with final admission results expected in March ahead of the March 16 start of the school year.
- Admitted students receive boarding, meals, learning materials and tutorial support with the option to pursue the International Baccalaureate, and assistance is available through Minedu’s central help desk.