What is an Answer Sheet?

An answer sheet is the primary document for marking a candidate's chosen answer for each question in the test booklet. It serves as the basis for evaluating the candidate's knowledge.

What is a Test Booklet?

A test booklet is a collection of test questions in specified subjects.

How does a candidate know the date and time of their test exam?

Candidates participate in the test exams on the date and time indicated on their admission permit. This date and time are fixed for each candidate, who cannot participate on any other day or time. Candidates can also check their test date and time on the official website of the State Testing Center.

If a candidate is late for the test exam, can they be assigned a new date or time?

Candidates must participate in the test exams on the exact date and time specified on their admission permit. No alternative date or time will be provided.

On what basis are the test questions prepared for candidates?

Test questions are designed according to the curricula of general secondary and secondary specialized vocational education subjects.

How many subjects are included in a test booklet?

Candidates will take a test in one, two, or three subjects depending on their chosen field of study.

How many questions are in each subject in the test booklet?

Each subject in the test booklet contains 30 test questions.

How much time is allocated for completing the test questions?

For completing test questions (including filling in the answer sheet), candidates have 1 hour for 30 questions, 2 hours for 60 questions, and 3 hours for 90 questions.

When and how are the test results announced?

The results of the test exams, indicating whether the candidate has been recommended for admission or not, are announced on the State Testing Center’s official website the day after the test and are delivered to higher education institutions.

Where are the test exams conducted?

The test exams are held in the pavilions of the National Exhibition Complex “Uzexpocenter” in Tashkent and its additional temporary pavilions, as well as in other large-capacity buildings in the city. In the regions, the exams are conducted in large-capacity buildings of Olympic reserve colleges or similar institutions.

Are there benefits for candidates with a language proficiency certificate (B2 or higher) issued by the State Testing Center?

Candidates who possess a state-recognized certificate of language proficiency (B2 or higher) are awarded the maximum score for the foreign language subject included in the test subjects for their chosen field. They are exempt from taking the foreign language test.

In what cases can a candidate be disqualified from the test exam process?

Candidates may be disqualified if they attempt to bring or use unauthorized items (calculators, dictionaries, tables, books, mobile phones, computers, telecommunications devices, or notes) into the test area; if they pass materials to other candidates; if they remove test materials from the exam hall; if they tear test booklet pages; if they refuse to submit test materials after the allotted time; or if they are observed violating rules on surveillance cameras.

What is the procedure for submitting an appeal if a candidate is dissatisfied with the test results?

Candidates dissatisfied with their test results may submit an appeal to the Appeals Commission approved by the State Commission for Admission to Educational Institutions of Uzbekistan from August 20 to August 30. The appeal can be filed in writing or electronically within the specified period (11 calendar days, excluding weekends), in accordance with the Regulation in Annex 1 of the Cabinet of Ministers’ Resolution No. 261, dated April 3, 2018. Candidates receive notification of acceptance of their appeal within three working days. Appeals are accepted at the State Testing Center and its branches in the Republic of Karakalpakstan and the regions.

By the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers No. 696 of November 6, 2020, amendments were made to the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers No. 304 dated May 22, 2017.

According to this, from paragraph 38 of Appendix 2 to this Resolution, the sentence “an applicant must have at least two years of scientific-pedagogical experience or certain scientific achievements (patents for inventions or copyright certificates)" was dropped.

Academic and pedagogical experience is not required when registering as an independent applicant for the degree of Doctor of Science (DSc)..

According to the third paragraph of clause 9 of Chapter 2 of Appendix 1 of the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of May 22, 2017 No. 304, in order to obtain a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree, you must have at least one scientific article in scientific journals and publications and at least two abstracts at scientific and practical conferences, seminars, collections of scientific papers in relevant scientific areas;

In the third paragraph of clause 10, in order to obtain a Doctor of Science (DSc) degree, you must have at least three scientific articles published in scientific journals, and at least two abstracts in collections of scientific and scientific-practical conferences, in other collections of scientific papers in the relevant scientific areas, which can form the basis of dissertation research.

According to paragraph 41 of Chapter 4 of Appendix 2 of the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of May 22, 2017 No. 304, an applicant for an independent joint research applies to a scientific organization or educational institution through the Unified Electronic System with the following documents:

• reference-objective;
• a copy of a master's degree or clinical residency (for medical sciences), or a higher education diploma (for specialty programs) - for registration as an independent joint researcher for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD);
• a copy of the employment record book, certified in accordance with the established procedure;
• list of scientific papers and their copies;
• a copy of a candidate of science diploma or a doctorate of philosophy (PhD) diploma or other equivalent academic degrees obtained abroad - for registration as an independent joint researcher for a doctoral degree (DSc);
• characteristic from the place of work.

Will there be any objections upon admission if the two-year teaching experience for independent application was carried out in the form of an external part-time job and there is no corresponding entry in the employment contract about this?

By the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers No. 696 of November 6, 2020, amendments were made to the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers No. 304 of May 22, 2017), in paragraph 34 of Appendix 2, the sentence “requires a scientific and pedagogical work experience of at least two years or certain scientific achievements (patents for inventions or copyright certificates)" was dropped.

Will the remaining scholarship be paid if the applicant defended ahead of time?

By the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers No. 696 of November 6, 2020, amendments were made to the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers No. 304 of May 22, 2017), in paragraph 34 of Appendix 2, the sentence “requires a scientific and pedagogical work experience of at least two years or certain scientific achievements (patents for inventions or copyright certificates)" was dropped. ahead of schedule, as well as their supervisors and consultants, by order of the head of the institution, a one-time remuneration will be paid, in the amount of the total amount of the scholarship provided for the remaining period (term) of training and payment for the work carried out by the doctoral student, no later than 20 days from the day the corresponding diploma is presented."

Is it possible to travel to foreign countries on a personal matter during a research internship, basic doctoral studies, doctoral studies?

You can go on personal business only during the holidays. During the training period, only official internships, conferences and events related to scientific work are allowed.

Specified in paragraph 32 of Chapter 3 of Appendix 2 of the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of May 22, 2017 No. 304.

Approved by the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers No. 304 dated May 22, 2017. The new charter states - articles in journals included in the international list. What are these articles?

Articles published in journals included in the list of recommended scientific publications on the main scientific results of dissertations of the Higher Attestation Commission of the Republic of Uzbekistan.

http://daraja.ilmiy.uz Is it possible to travel to foreign countries on a personal matter during a research internship, basic doctoral studies, doctoral studies?

http://daraja.ilmiy.uz Documents sent to HEI or RI through the site Cannot be changed. If there is a defect in your documents, then only after the representative of the HEI / RI, to which the document was sent, returns the documents, you can make changes and send again.

http://daraja.ilmiy.uz What information is entered in the section "Information about the applicant’s scientific work" on the

Abstracts and articles published by the applicant are introduced.

Should the article be on a dissertation topic?

Specified in paragraphs 9 and 10 of Chapter 3 of Appendix 1 of the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of May 22, 2017 No. 304

Is it possible to apply for admission to basic doctoral studies, even if articles were published at conferences?

Yes. Specified in paragraph 9 of Chapter 3 of Appendix 1 of the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of May 22, 2017 No. 304

Should all articles and abstracts be included in an electronic system or only on a scientific topic that you want to defend?

It is recommended to include all articles and abstracts on the topic of the dissertation, but meeting the minimum requirements is sufficient.

What are the requirements for an applicant for basic doctoral studies and independent joint research?

Clauses 9-12 of Chapter 3 of Appendix 1 of the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of May 22, 2017 No. 304 set forth the requirements for the applicant.

Who should I contact to request a research internship quota?

In accordance with paragraph 2 of clause 13 of Appendix 2 of the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers No. 304 of May 22, 2017, it is noted that HEI and RI with justified applications for quotas apply to the Ministry of Innovative Development through their higher ministries and departments.

In what form and to whom should the application be written?

The application must be addressed to the head of the HEI or RI to which the application is submitted.

On which site do I need to register to apply for independent joint research or doctoral studies, and what is this registration for?

In accordance with the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers No. 304 dated May 22, 2017, registration is carried out through the Unified Electronic System for Coordination of Postgraduate Education on the website http://daraja.ilmiy.uz

The launch of this electronic system will save time for those entering the institute of postgraduate education, prevent unnecessary hassle and bureaucracy, ensure transparency, speed up the process of forming quotas and reduce the cost of paper products.

Is it possible to study in basic doctoral studies and work at school as a teacher at 0.25 rate?

0,5 It is possible to engage in additional work activities up to rate.

Do I need to confirm registration by mail during online registration?

Confirmation of online registration information by mail is not required.

What is the size of the research internship scholarship?

Answer In accordance with the second paragraph of clause 15 of the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers No. 696 of November 6, 2020, who entered the research institute, in accordance with the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers No. 233 of August 18, 2009 "On measures to further stimulate the work of researchers", a scholarship is paid for account of the State budget of the Republic of Uzbekistan, equal to the base salary of the corresponding position of the trainee researcher.

How many joint researchers can a PhD with a scientific title supervise?

If he is leading for the first time, then one. Depending on the effective result of the activity, a maximum of two joint researchers for a PhD degree.

Can someone who has recently completed a PhD become a supervisor for a basic doctorate?

Not. The supervisor can only be a PhD or DSc with the title of associate professor or professor.

Will English Professionals be exempt from the exam if they have a C1 certificate?

Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers dated May 22, 2017 No. 304 In accordance with paragraph 22 of Chapter 3 of Appendix 2, applicants to basic doctoral studies must pass entrance exams in their specialty and foreign language (foreign language studied at previous levels of education). Applicants with a valid international qualification certificate in IELTS (average score of at least 5.5), TOEFL (RVT) (at least 567 points), TOEFL (iBT) (at least 87 points), CEFR (at least V2) will be exempted from taking exams.will be exempted from taking exams.

Is academic leave available for doctoral studies?

If documents are available in accordance with clause 32 of Appendix 2 of the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of May 22, 2017 No. 304, the period of study in basic doctoral and doctoral studies can be extended for the duration of a long illness, maternity leave, as well as in connection with the call for military training.

How many times a year can you apply for a research internship?

1 time.

What is a research internship?

This is a form of training a candidate for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and conducting scientific and creative research in the relevant specialty in isolation from production.

Is it legal to demand from doctoral students who enrolled in the 1st year of the scientific department of HEI, a letter of guarantee that they will not work part-time?

Illegally. Concurrently, additional work activities can be carried out up to 0.5 rate.

When do basic doctoral students start studying?

From the first working day of the new calendar year.

What is the difference between a doctoral student and a basic doctoral student?

There is no such thing as "doctoral student" or "basic doctoral student", they are all called doctoral students. Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of May 22, 2017 No.

304 Clause 3 of Appendix 1 defines "a doctoral student is a person admitted to a scientific organization or educational institution in the prescribed manner to undergo basic doctoral or doctoral studies."

If the applicant scored 52 points in the foreign language exam, 88 points in the specialty and is in the first place in the list, can the HEI not accept this student as having a low score in a foreign language?

Applicants are accepted on a competitive basis. It doesn’t matter if the applicant has a low score. The applicant with the highest score must be accepted.

What should basic doctoral students have to accomplish within 3 years, where, how many articles and abstracts do they need to publish?

Clause 53 of Chapter 6 of Appendix 2 of the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers No. 304 of May 22, 2017 establishes criteria for monitoring the effectiveness of research activities for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).

Is there an age limit for a PhD? Can a non-scientific organization conduct research while working in an enterprise?

There is no age limit for the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). Also, an organization that is not related to scientific activity can be registered as an independent researcher and conduct research while working at the enterprise.

Will the scholarship be returned if the dissertation is not defended on time or not defended at all?

No, but action will be taken against the leader. In subsequent years, this will become the basis for a negative decision when allocating a quota for doctoral studies for this organization.