The Afghanistan Ministry of Higher Education’s National Examination Authority (NEXA) will formally announce the release of the 2025 Kankor Examination Results for thousands of young Afghan men who have competed for limited spaces in public universities across the country.

This year, over 100,000 students participated in the Kankor exam, representing a 150% decrease in the number of participants compared to the time of the republic government, when over 250,000 students attended the Kankor exam.
Last year, 97,184 people participated in the Kankor exam, and out of this, 41,290 were admitted to higher education, 1,301 to evening faculties, and 2,140 to semi-higher education.

We extend our congratulations to all those who have passed and secured placements in higher education institutions. Your achievement is commendable, particularly in the face of uncertainty, limited resources, and a rapidly shifting educational environment. Your persistence reflects the enduring resilience and determination of Afghanistan’s youth.

Yet, as we mark this occasion, we must also acknowledge a sobering reality: for many young people, this success is overshadowed by growing concerns about their future. Afghanistan’s university system is grappling with serious challenges—from declining academic standards and underfunded institutions, to outdated curricula and limited career prospects after graduation. Disillusionment is spreading among students who no longer see higher education as a guaranteed path to personal growth or meaningful employment.

Even more troubling is the systematic exclusion of Afghan girls and women from the educational process. This year, once again, millions of girls have been denied the right to attend secondary school, sit for the Kankor exam, or enroll in universities. This is not only a violation of their fundamental rights but a devastating loss for the nation’s development and social fabric. A society that sidelines its daughters cannot thrive.

The Kankor results highlight both the promise and the pain of our educational system. They represent the success of individual efforts—but also serve as a stark reminder of those who are systematically silenced and excluded. This imbalance is unsustainable. A strong, prosperous Afghanistan depends on an inclusive, equitable, and high-quality education system—one that embraces both excellence and access, one that recognizes talent in every student, regardless of gender.

As we move forward, we call on all stakeholders—local authorities, educators, civil society, and the international community—to stand with Afghanistan’s youth. Reforms must be bold, inclusive, and immediate. Every student deserves not just a place in a university, but a future worth striving for.

To those who succeeded: your journey is just beginning. To those who were denied the chance to try: you are not forgotten.

To check individual results, please visit the official portal of the Ministry of Higher Education  HERE