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Jednotná přijímací zkouška

unified entrance exam

What does “Jednotná přijímací zkouška” mean in Czechia?

Jednotná přijímací zkouška (JPZ) — this is the unified state entrance exam for the final exams of secondary schools. For Ukrainian children in 2026, the rules have changed significantly — in both directions.

What has improved (§ 20, paragraph 4, from 01.01.2026)

  • The Czech language exam is replaced by a conversation if the student studied outside the Czech Republic for ≥1 school year out of the previous 3.
  • +25% time for completion.
  • A translation dictionary is allowed.

🔴 What has worsened

It is NO LONGER possible to take the mathematics exam in Ukrainian. This is the most important change for parents: mathematics preparation must be done using Czech terminology.

About language preparation

For children with temporary protection (dočasnou ochranou), language preparation (jazyková příprava) is available — up to 400 hours per year for free, systematically through regional authorities (krajské úřady), directly in schools.

Important. 🔴 The Czech language exemption remains, but the option to take the math exam in Ukrainian is gone. Planning your admission based on last year's advice is a direct path to failure.

Examples of use

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The unified entrance exam is in Czech and mathematics.
Unified entrance exam — in Czech and mathematics.
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You can no longer take the math exam in Ukrainian.
You can no longer take math exams in Ukrainian.

Frequently asked questions

Can math be taught in Ukrainian?
No, from 2026 it is no longer possible. The exception only applies to the Czech language: the exam is replaced by a conversation.
Who can have an interview instead of a Czech language exam?
Someone who studied outside the Czech Republic for at least 1 school year within the 3 previous years (§ 20, paragraph 4 of the School Act).
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