The Directorate of Guidance and Scholarships (DOB), headed by Ségali Yéwé Stéphane, officially unveiled the schedule and new procedures for online school placements for 6th and 10th grade. This took place during a press conference held on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, in Abidjan-Plateau.

This year, the ministry is focusing on serenity, inclusion and firmness in the face of fraud .

1. The big change: The modified start time

To avoid technical glitches and the stress of nighttime connections, the start of operations is changing its time.

1. Previous time: 11:59 PM
2. New time: 12:00 (Noon)

Objective: To guarantee smoother and more serene access to assignment platforms.

2. Schedule and procedures by level

🎒 Entering 6th grade (Admitted to CEPE)

1. Period: From Saturday, July 11 to Monday, July 27, 2026.
2. Operation: Allocation is always done by ranges of points.
3. Inclusive innovation: For the sake of fairness, visually impaired and hearing impaired students may be assigned at any time, without being subject to the usual point thresholds.

📐 Orientation in 10th grade

1. Period: From July 14 to 27, 2026.
2. Registration channels: By SMS to 9991 or directly on the website www.ersys-ci.net (choice of series and establishment).

3. Priority to science and technical education

The director of the Dob made a strong appeal to boost scientific fields of study:

1. Desired profile: Students who have obtained an average of at least 15/20 in mathematics and physical sciences are strongly encouraged to apply for a Second T1 or T2 .
2. The best part: The technical high schools in Abidjan and Bouaké now have state-of-the-art equipment to ensure cutting-edge training.

4. Conditions of access to elite high schools

Entry requirements for prestigious institutions (such as Lycée Sainte-Marie de Cocody or Lycée d'excellence Alassane Ouattara) remain rigorous. Candidates must achieve a Weighted General Total (TGP) of 160 points or higher .

5. Crackdown on fraud: Zero tolerance for "illegal assignments"

Ségali Yéwé Stéphane strongly warned against the illegal practices of certain private establishments which, in collusion with third parties, fraudulently appropriate the allocation of students.

"The ministry formally prohibits this practice, which constitutes an abuse," he reminded.

1. What to do in case of abuse? Parents who are victims are encouraged to take legal action or to immediately contact the helpline: 25 20 00 36 06 .

These major innovations aim to prepare for the 2026-2027 school year with a focus on transparency. Parents are urged to strictly adhere to this new system.