First grade in Kazakhstan: where to submit documents and by what date

Tengrinews.kz — The Ministry of Education has issued a reminder to parents on how to enroll children in the first grade in Kazakhstan for 2026. Applications for the 2026/2027 academic year will be accepted until August 31.
How to apply
Parents can submit applications online via the eGov.kz portal or the eGov Mobile app, as well as in person at their chosen school.
Required documents include:

An application from a parent or legal guardian;
Medical certificates in the prescribed formats;
A 3x4 cm photograph of the child.

The enrollment process is being conducted in stages from May 27 to August 31, 2026.
Eligibility for first grade
Children who have turned six or will turn six by September 1 are eligible for first grade. Generally, no entrance examinations are required for admission to comprehensive schools.
Priority is given to children residing within the specific school’s catchment area.
Projected enrollment numbers
More than 380,000 first-graders are expected in the new academic year. To date, approximately 320,000 children have already been enrolled, accounting for about 84 percent of the projected total.
Roughly 296,000 children will attend public schools, while about 23,000 will be enrolled in private institutions.
Over 71 percent of incoming first-graders have opted for Kazakh-language instruction, while more than 26 percent have chosen Russian-medium classes.
The highest numbers of first-graders are expected in the Turkestan region (over 50,000), Almaty region (over 35,000), Astana (approx. 33,000), Almaty (over 31,000), and Shymkent (over 29,000).
The Ministry of Education advises parents not to delay and to complete the enrollment process by August 31.
Earlier, Kazakh authorities clarified school uniform requirements for secondary education institutions. Parents were informed about who determines the style of clothing, where it can be purchased, and what assistance is available for families.