The Ministry of Education and Technical Education has exciting news! They've officially opened online applications for students to join the Schools for Gifted Students in Science and Technology (STEM) and the Ain Shams Secondary School for Gifted Students for the 2026/2027 academic year. This is for all the brilliant boys and girls who will complete their basic education (that's the preparatory certificate) during the 2025/2026 academic year. In a statement, the Ministry shared that you have until Sunday, August 9, 2026, to submit your application. Remember, it's all done online through their special application website, but only for students who meet the specific entry requirements for these schools. They also mentioned that the admission tests for the STEM schools are set to take place from Sunday, August 16, 2026, all the way through Thursday, August 20, 2026. Again, this is for students who have met all the application conditions and the specific rules for each school. So, if you're a student eager to join these fantastic schools for gifted students, the Ministry encourages you to register quickly within the given timeframe. Make sure to complete all the necessary information on the dedicated online application website, which you can find right here: https://exls.emis.gov.eg
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