High school and college graduates who plan to apply for university admission online must have an electronic signature. The Ministry of Education and Research launched a campaign today to provide these signatures free of charge at educational institutions.
Graduates will obtain their electronic signatures in an organized manner at their schools. Representatives from two mobile phone companies will visit high schools and colleges in Moldova to distribute free electronic signatures to every graduate.
“We will visit 305 high schools and 49 colleges and centers of excellence to allow students to obtain their electronic signatures without needing to travel. Additionally, we will demonstrate how to use the e-admission system. This way, we meet students halfway by providing access to this service within their institutions,” said Minister of Education and Research Dan Perciun during a news conference.
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The minister stated that authorities aim to equip 20,000 young people with electronic signatures by May 2025, enabling them to use the online university admission system.
“Last year, we reached a milestone with the first electronic admission process for undergraduate studies through eadmitere.gov.md. In 2025, we will continue and expand this initiative. Unlike 2024, when applicants could access the online platform using an email address or phone number, in 2025, possessing an electronic signature will become mandatory,” Perciun explained.
He also announced that starting March 31, 2025, the Public Services Agency will issue a new type of identity card incorporating an electronic signature. “This will offer another option for young people who need a new ID or want to replace their current one. They won’t need a separate electronic signature, as the new ID card will include it,” Perciun said.
Graduates unable to obtain their electronic signatures at school or who miss the designated days will still have the option to submit admission files in person at universities.
This year, the Ministry of Education aims to increase the number of graduates choosing to study at universities in the Republic of Moldova. About 50% of high school graduates continue their studies within the country.