Ministry of Education: 98.24% of candidates in the principals’ competition passed the written exam

The Ministry of Education announces that 4,600 candidates took the written exam on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, as part of the competition for positions as principals and deputy principals in state pre-university education institutions. Of these, 4,519 scored at least 7, with a pass rate of 98.24%.

A total of 4,620 candidates were eligible for the competition, and the exam was held in 42 centers, including two in the municipality of Bucharest. The digitally assessed test included 20 multiple-choice items and had to be completed within 60 minutes. The maximum score was achieved by 700 candidates.

The topics covered education legislation, school regulations, educational management and leadership, visible learning, the professional profile of the school manager, and the national curriculum. The score received may be challenged within 24 hours of the results being communicated.

Between October 21 and November 4, management and action plans will be evaluated, followed by interviews between November 12 and 27. The final results are scheduled for December 9, 2026.