Admission Timeline

Admission Timeline 2026-2028

1 October 2025 – 31 January 2026 Applicants complete the online application form on https://osce.embark.com/apply.

March-April 2026 Written tests on specialization and internal English test are conducted for shortlisted applicants.
                 
MA in Economic Governance and Development: Economics test (sample)
MA in Politics and Security (Central Asia): International Relations test (guidelines)
MA in Human Rights and Sustainability: (sample)
Internal English test: (sample).

Tests are normally conducted at the OSCE Academy in Bishkek, as well as in the cities of Astana, Dushanbe, and Tashkent. No make-up tests will be offered under any circumstances. The Academy does not cover travel or accommodation expenses for applicants attending the tests.

April-May 2026 Based on the results of written tests, the OSCE Academy invites best qualified applicants for the interview. The Selection Committee consists of the Academy’s academic management and faculty of the OSCE Academy, a representative of the OSCE Offices or other international organizations. The selection is based on a variety of factors including the applicant’s educational background and relevant professional experience, demonstrated academic excellence and leadership potential, applicants’ overall motivation and future career plans, as well as communication, interpersonal and language skills.

May 2026 Final admission decisions are made based on the combined results of the written tests and interviews.

The OSCE Academy reserves the right to modify the timeline and deadlines of the admission process. Only successful candidates will be contacted for tests and interviews!

The OSCE Academy accepts a maximum of 25 students per year per programme, selected from across Central Asian countries, Afghanistan, Mongolia and the OSCE participating States. Based on the interview results, the Final Admission Committee will make a final decision on which candidates to admit to the programmes  from among the applicants who passed, the interview.

Admission Schedule