From May 10, 2024, the next stage of certification exam for the Precinct Election Commission (PEC) members starts.

The Training Centre provides certification exams through the exam centers operating in 30 municipalities: Tbilisi (4 exam centers), Gurjaani, Sighnaghi, Telavi, Rustavi, Bolnisi, Tetritskaro, Mtskheta, Dusheti, Gori, Borjomi, Akhaltsikhe, Sachkhere, Zestafoni, Baghdati, Tkibuli, Tskaltubo, Kutaisi, Ambrolauri, Tsageri, Senaki, Zugdidi, Khobi, Poti, Mestia, Ozurgeti, Batumi, Kobuleti, Shuakhevi, Khulo.

From April 25, 2024, the citizens will have the opportunity to register for the exam online or through the exam secretariats. The online registration link will be placed on the website of the Training Centre and will be activated on the same date.

The exam tests are compiled in a profile manner - in accordance with the functions of the PECs members, it includes issues from the Election Code of Georgia and the Regulations of the Precinct Election Commission, including questions on the aspects of using technology in the polling process. Tests are available at the link (in Georgian):

examination tests for the certification of PECs’ members

The examination will be conducted via electronic testing method. For each examinee, 24 exam tests are automatically selected using the random selection method, the examinee must score 15 points to receive a certificate. The validity period of the certificate is determined by the period of 5 years after passing the exam.

To get acquainted with the rules and conditions of conducting exams, visit the link: “Regulations for the Certification of Members and Head Officials of the Precinct Election Commission" (available in Georgian).