The National Assessment for 8th grade students represents the means of external summative evaluation of the competencies acquired during lower secondary education.

The exam takes place annually, in a single session. Both candidates from public education and those from private education have the right to take the National Assessment without a fee.

The average obtained at the 8th grade National Assessment is a decisive criterion for admission into high school education.

National coordination of the planning, organizing, and conducting of the 8th grade National Assessment, as well as the utilization of its results, is ensured by the Ministry of Education through the National Center for Assessment and Examination (CNEE).

The development of specific assessment procedures is carried out by the CNEE, following consultation with the ministry's specialized departments.

Coordination at the county level/the municipality of Bucharest regarding the organization of the 8th grade National Assessment, as well as the utilization of its results, is ensured by the school inspectorate.

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