On April 20, 2026, the official opening ceremony of the II stage of the XVIII Republican Subject Olympiad among students of higher education institutions of the Republic of Kazakhstan was held at Temirbek Zhurgenov Kazakh National Academy of Arts.

The Olympiad is organized with the support of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan and brings together students from leading universities across the country.

During the opening ceremony, the importance of the event was highlighted, and participants were wished success in the competition. Representatives of higher education institutions from various regions of Kazakhstan are taking part in the Olympiad.

The Olympiad is taking place from April 20 to April 24, 2026, during which students will demonstrate their professional knowledge and creative abilities.