On April 29, 2026, Abai Kazakh National Pedagogical University held its traditional Open Day aimed at providing career guidance to graduating high school students.

As part of the event, all faculties of the university organized special presentations introducing prospective students to the university’s academic programs, educational process, academic mobility opportunities, student life, and professional development prospects. The event concluded with a faculty fair, where school graduates received consultations and answers to their questions regarding their chosen fields of study.

At the opening ceremony, Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs Banu Narbekova welcomed the participants and delivered an address. In her speech, she noted that more than 20,000 students are currently studying at the university and highlighted the institution’s strong performance in international rankings. She also spoke about the quality of the university’s educational programs, their compliance with modern academic standards, and the wide range of opportunities available to students for personal and professional growth.

The event was also attended by Ruslan Emelbayev, Adviser to the Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan, who wished the applicants success and emphasized the importance of obtaining a high-quality education. In addition, Farkhat Sultanbayev, an expert from the National Testing Center, shared practical recommendations on preparing for the Unified National Testing (UNT) and effective test-taking strategies.

The Faculty of Pedagogy and Psychology actively participated in the Open Day by presenting its educational programs to prospective students. Particular attention was given to the programs in Special Education. School graduates interested in this field received comprehensive information and detailed answers to their questions.

Career guidance and outreach activities related to the Special Education programs were conducted by Dinara Baidosova, Senior Lecturer and Coordinator of Career Guidance Activities at the Department of Special Education, together with first- and second-year students. The event was also attended by A.N. Autaeva, Head of the Department of Special Education, who met with prospective students and answered their questions.

The Open Day continued with a festive concert program, quizzes, sports competitions, and various educational and recreational activities. The event provided an excellent opportunity for future applicants to become better acquainted with the educational opportunities offered by the university and to gain valuable guidance in making informed decisions about their future careers.