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San Marcos Starts Rescheduled 2026-I Admissions Exam Under Tight Security Rules

San Marcos opens its rescheduled admissions with stricter entry controls to protect exam integrity.

Overview

  • The four-date timetable begins today and continues on October 5, 11 and 12, split by areas: Economics/Management and Humanities/Law first, then Basic Sciences/Engineering, Health Sciences, and finally Medicine.
  • Candidates must enter the campus between 6:00 and 8:00 a.m. with a valid ID and printed applicant card, with no late entry or refund permitted under the official rules.
  • The university bans electronic devices, reading and writing materials, food, accessories and specific garments such as hooded tops or belts to prevent cheating and identity substitution.
  • The exam consists of 100 questions over three hours, with 2,771 seats available and admission determined strictly by merit order.
  • Applicants are required to pay S/70 for the admission regulations via Banco de la Nación or Págalo.pe and complete the registration fee and online process to obtain their code and printable card.