Bangkok: Students across the nation can now apply for the TGAT and TCAS 68 exams without any fees, as announced by Ms. Supamas Isaraphakdi, Minister of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation. This initiative aims to reduce inequality and enhance access to higher education, marking 2025 as the inaugural year for disclosing A-level exam questions to assess academic knowledge.
According to Thai News Agency, the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI) has been focused on policies that promote educational equity and access. Last year, MHESI successfully implemented the ‘Free TCAS policy,’ allowing students to apply for up to 10 faculties for free during the admissions process. This resulted in 132,004 applicants benefiting from the policy. Despite its success, the ministry is committed to refining the approach based on data analysis to better address student needs and optimize budget usage. A collaborative analysis with the Council of University Presidents of Thailand ha
s led to a joint resolution.
The Ministry is set to deliver promising news to Thai families and students preparing for university entrance exams through the TCAS 68 system. Students will be able to take the Thailand General Aptitude Test (TGAT) at no cost, a move expected to advantage all applicants. The TGAT scores will be applicable from TCAS Round 1 (Portfolio Round), offering significant financial relief to students and their families while aligning with the policy directives of Deputy Prime Minister Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul.
Ms. Supamas noted that over 300,000 students are currently registered for the TGAT exam. This initiative not only alleviates financial burdens but also fosters educational equality. Building on last year’s success, the Ministry will refine its support measures for the TCAS 68 Round 3 or the 7-rank free admission round. Detailed analyses revealed high waiver rates for some ranks, indicating inefficient budget usage. The revised policy ensures students benefit more effectively while o
ptimizing budget allocation.
The updated strategy promises direct benefits to up to 300,000 students, surpassing last year’s figures. While the first seven ranks remain free, a nominal fee of 100 baht will be charged for ranks 8-10 applications. Furthermore, 2025 will introduce the release of A-level exam answers for the first time, enhancing academic assessment.
“This essential policy underscores our commitment to reducing inequality, fostering equality, and expanding educational opportunities for Thai society,” Ms. Supamas concluded.
Source: Thai News Agency