The University Rector Launches the First Session of Professional Examinations and External Recruitment Competitions

University Rector Professor Yahia Djaafri officially launched the first national session of the 2026 season of professional examinations and external recruitment competitions on Friday, October 23, 2026, in the province of Ghardaia. The session is being held for various institutions and ministerial departments. The Rector inspected the conditions under which the examinations were being conducted, met with candidates, and closely monitored the center’s compliance with the regulations governing the organization of these examinations and competitions, particularly with regard to supervision and organization. In a statement to the Algerian Press Service (APS), the Rector emphasized the university’s role in serving the economic and social environment, particularly in the areas of training and recruitment, in the service of the nation. He noted that this session had registered a total of 22,000 candidates, including 13,500 external candidates, in a single session. He also highlighted the importance that the country’s highest authorities attach to providing employment opportunities for young people. The Rector further explained that the University of Continuing Education organizes approximately four recruitment sessions annually for various institutions, in addition to other sessions catering to between 90,000 and 120,000 candidates each year for various positions. These recruitment processes involve mandatory preparatory training lasting between three and nine months, delivered through both in-person and distance learning. Before leaving the University of Continuing Education Center in Ghardaia, the Rector thanked Mr. Nahir Mohamed Lakhdar and his pedagogical and administrative teams, as well as Dr. Marouane Ould Abdennabi, Director of the El Meniaa Annex, for their commendable efforts in advancing education and knowledge. He encouraged them to continue their efforts in support of the strategic objectives of the higher education and scientific research sector.