The Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan, jointly with JSC “Science Fund” and with the support of the “Kazakhstan Khalkyna” Public Foundation, announces the launch of a large-scale selection process for participation in Stage II of the AI-Sana Program.
IF YOU WANT TO:
✅ work at the intersection of technology and Artificial Intelligence
✅ launch your own projects
✅ become part of the largest AI movement in the country
DON’T MISS THE OPPORTUNITY TO PASS THE SELECTION!
REQUIREMENTS FOR PARTICIPANTS:
current bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral students of higher and (or) postgraduate education institutions of the Republic of Kazakhstan, as well as master’s and doctoral students studying under the Bolashak International Scholarship Program in 2026;
completion of basic Artificial Intelligence courses within Stage I of the AI-Sana program or other AI courses;
basic knowledge of English (a certificate confirming English proficiency is not required)*.
*Basic English is required for further participation in the program, as work with AI models, Python code, and specialized materials is conducted in English, where the quality and accuracy of AI responses are highest.
TESTING PERIOD:
March 2 – March 15, 2026 (until 23:59)
Registration and testing can be completed:
Through the PlatonusApp mobile application (for students of universities using the Platonus platform);
If your university does not use the Platonus platform — via the link:
https://aisanatesting.kz
or through the official website:
https://aisana.gov.kz
WHAT DOES PARTICIPATION OFFER?
✅ Training with world experts
Training under the guidance of Paul Kim, advisor to Lumos Capital Group and member of the Council for the Development of Artificial Intelligence under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, as well as leading international experts, including representatives of Stanford, MIT, investors, and venture funds from Silicon Valley.
✅ Practical AI experience
From theory to real Python coding in Google Colab. You will understand how neural networks and language models work and learn how to apply them to real-world problems.
✅ Entrepreneurial mindset
Training from venture investors and startup founders. You will learn how ideas are evaluated from the other side of the pitch.
✅ Work with real cases
Energy, agriculture, healthcare, finance, education, and other key sectors of Kazakhstan.
✅ Ready business plan
Capstone project: 240 critical questions across 12 phases of startup development. Projects are evaluated by an AI system, and the best works are published in the Peer Gallery.
✅ Residency at Alem.ai
HOW TO ENTER STAGE II?
Complete the registration (a valid Gmail account is required)
Pass the test:
a. the test consists of 25 questions
b. each question has 4 answer options, with 1 correct answer
c. the maximum time for completing the test is 120 minutes
d. the completion time is also considered as an additional selection criterion
e. participants with the highest scores will be admitted to the next stage
f. if you successfully pass the test, you will receive an email confirmation with information about enrollment in the program, including your personal login and password.
More information about the AI-Sana program is available on the official website:
https://aisana.gov.kz/
We wish you success and high results!