Rosobrnadzor told about popular subjects for passing the Unified State Exam in 2026

Specialized mathematics, computer science, biology and physics have become the most sought-after subjects among graduates for passing the Unified State Exam (USE) in 2026. This was announced on February 18 by the head of Rosobrnadzor, Anzor Muzaev, at a press conference in Moscow dedicated to the start of the examination campaign.

"You can see which subjects the children have chosen the most: mathematics — 371 thousand, social studies — 296 thousand, computer science — over 161 thousand, biology — over 152 thousand, physics — over 146 thousand," he said.

According to the head of the department, 24.4% more graduates will take physics in 2026 than last year. The head of Rosobrnadzor added that 114,623 students chose chemistry this year, which is 10.7% more than in 2025.

In addition, during the presentation, an increase in students' interest in biology and computer science was noted — it increased by 7.4% and by 6% compared to 2025.

It is noted that 101,616 graduates chose history for graduation this year, 93,984 people chose English, and 51,942 and 30,382 chose literature and geography, respectively.

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On January 24, Victoria Podsukhina, a teacher and head of regional teaching at the MAXIMUM educational company, said that the six months remaining before the main period for passing the OGE and USE is a sufficient period for high—quality training, subject to a strategic approach. In her opinion, the key to success is sound planning, an honest assessment of one's strengths, and a balanced work schedule.

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