West Java Extends High School Admissions Deadline Amid System Issues

West Java's new student admission system (SPMB) has been extended for high school and vocational school applicants due to widespread technical issues and parental concerns. The provincial education agency announced an extension of the data submission deadline to Thursday, June 10, at 11:59 PM local time.

Purwanto, head of the West Java Education Agency, stated the extension aims to guarantee equal access to education for all junior high graduates. As of Tuesday evening, a significant number of students had not yet completed their school selection data. The extended period is expected to allow more students to participate in the mapping process and secure spots in secondary schools.

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With this extension, more students can participate in the mapping process and gain access to upper secondary education.

Following the extended data submission, the announcement of student placements is scheduled for Saturday, June 13. Purwanto advised parents and students not to panic if they are not accepted into their preferred schools. The agency assured that there are still openings in schools with unmet enrollment quotas.

Students who do not secure a spot in the initial announcement can participate in subsequent admission phases. SPMB Phase 1 registration runs from June 15 to June 19, with results announced on June 25. Phase 2 registration is from June 30 to July 6, followed by final announcements on July 10. This extended timeline aims to accommodate all eligible students.

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Students who are not accepted into any school after the PCMB announcement should not worry, because SPMB stages 1 and 2 will be held. Students can choose schools that have unfilled quotas.