On July 9, 2026, the Graduation Ceremony for the Class of 2026 of the International Engineering and Technology University was held with great distinction at the Bakshasaray Celebration Hall in Almaty. The event marked a significant milestone, celebrating the successful completion of several years of dedicated study and hard work while symbolizing the graduates` transition into their professional careers.

The ceremony brought together the University`s leadership, faculty members, distinguished guests, employers, parents, and graduates. Nearly 800 attendees participated in the celebration, which highlighted the achievements earned through years of academic dedication and perseverance, marking the beginning of a new chapter in the lives of the University`s young professionals.

The ceremony was attended by the University`s leadership, faculty members, distinguished guests, employers, as well as the graduates` parents and family members. The primary purpose of the event was to celebrate the graduates` achievements, support their confident transition into professional life, strengthen the connection between the University and its alumni, and inspire young professionals to pursue new opportunities and reach greater heights in their careers.

Among the distinguished guests were Toktar Ongarbayuly Aubakirov, National Hero of Kazakhstan, Major General of Aviation, and cosmonaut-researcher, and Bakytzhan Tursynuly Zhumagulov, former Minister of Education and Science of the Republic of Kazakhstan, President of the National Academy of Engineering of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Academician, and Professor. They ceremonially presented diplomas to the graduates and extended their heartfelt congratulations and best wishes for continued success, professional growth, and a bright future.

 The University`s partners, including the heads of the country`s leading research institutes, took part in the graduation ceremony and presented diplomas to the graduates. Among them were representatives of the Research and Production Center for Microbiology and Virology LLP, the Institute of Information and Computational Technologies LLP, the U.A. Joldasbekov Institute of Mechanics and Engineering LLP, the Kazakh Research Institute of Fruit and Vegetable Growing LLP, the Sh. Chokin Kazakh Research Institute of Energy JSC, the U. Uspanov Institute of Soil Science and Agrochemistry LLP, as well as leaders of other prominent scientific organizations. They ceremonially presented diplomas to the graduates, congratulated them on the successful completion of their studies, and expressed their sincere wishes for professional success, career growth, and achievements in their future endeavors.

During the ceremony, the Rector of the University, Darkhan Berikuly Akpanbetov, extended his heartfelt congratulations to the graduates, encouraging them to use the knowledge they had acquired for the benefit of the country and to become highly qualified professionals in their chosen fields. In addition, students who demonstrated outstanding achievements and active participation in academic, research, social, and creative activities were presented with letters of appreciation and special awards in recognition of their contributions.

A distinctive feature of this year`s graduation ceremony was the presentation of diplomas, for the first time, to the University`s inaugural graduates who completed their studies under the educational grant of the Qazaqstan Halkyna Public Foundation. This marked one of the most significant milestones in the University`s history, reflecting the successful implementation of an initiative aimed at supporting talented students and expanding access to quality higher education.

The graduation ceremony was honored by the presence of Tuğba Alan Özdenfedakar, Consul General of the Republic of Türkiye in Almaty, and Cholpon Isanaeva, Vice Consul of the Embassy of the Kyrgyz Republic. They congratulated the graduates on receiving their diplomas and wished them every success in their future careers, encouraging them to achieve new heights as highly qualified and internationally competitive professionals.

As part of the graduation ceremony, diplomas were ceremonially presented to graduates of the Departments of Food Production Technology and Engineering, Software Engineering, SMART Technologies in Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, and Economics and Business with the participation of representatives from employer organizations. This highlighted the University`s strong partnership with industry and its commitment to supporting graduates` successful transition into the labor market. As part of the graduation ceremony, diplomas were ceremonially presented to graduates of the Departments of Food Production Technology and Engineering, Software Engineering, SMART Technologies in Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, and Economics and Business with the participation of representatives from employer organizations. This highlighted the University`s strong partnership with industry and its commitment to supporting graduates` successful transition into the labor market.As part of the graduation ceremony, diplomas were ceremonially presented to graduates of the Departments of Food Production Technology and Engineering, Software Engineering, SMART Technologies in Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, and Economics and Business with the participation of representatives from employer organizations. This highlighted the University`s strong partnership with industry and its commitment to supporting graduates` successful transition into the labor market.

As part of the graduation ceremony, diplomas were ceremonially presented to graduates of the Departments of Food Production Technology and Engineering, Software Engineering, SMART Technologies in Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, and Economics and Business with the participation of representatives from employer organizations. This highlighted the University`s strong partnership with industry and its commitment to supporting graduates` successful transition into the labor market.

As part of the graduation ceremony, diplomas were ceremonially presented to graduates of the Departments of Food Production Technology and Engineering, Software Engineering, SMART Technologies in Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, and Economics and Business with the participation of representatives from employer organizations. This highlighted the University`s strong partnership with industry and its commitment to supporting graduates` successful transition into the labor market.

Representatives of the participating employers included Ikmen LLP, SEA STAR TOURISM LTD LLP, Baker Tilly LLP, B Apps LLP, the Alliance for Innovative Industrial Development Association, the Research and Production Center for Industrial Microbiology, Goji Soki, the Eco Network Project, Ecoservice–S LLP, Nursat+ LLP, and Shin-Line. Their participation further strengthened cooperation between the University and industry while emphasizing the practical orientation of the University`s educational programs.

The festive program featured a special video showcasing the University`s history, achievements, and development. A spectacular pixel light show, an impressive LED robot performance, and the graduates` traditional graduation waltz received enthusiastic applause from the audience. The evening concluded with a performance by Medeu Arynbayev, Honored Worker of Kazakhstan, who delighted guests with his popular songs, adding a memorable and celebratory atmosphere to this significant occasion.

The Graduation Ceremony marked an important milestone in the life of every graduate, symbolizing the beginning of a new chapter and a promising professional journey. This memorable day became another significant page in the history of the International Engineering and Technology University, celebrating the achievements of a new generation of highly qualified professionals who are ready to contribute to the nation`s development. The University sincerely wishes all its graduates a bright future, continued professional success, remarkable accomplishments, and excellence in every endeavor.