Twelve students in the Novosibirsk region were removed from the Unified State Exam (USE) during the main testing period due to violations. According to the regional Ministry of Education, the students were caught breaking exam rules.

Nine students were found with crib sheets, two brought mobile phones, and one student had a smartwatch. These items are strictly prohibited during the exam.

The USE regulations outline specific violations that can lead to a student’s removal and the cancellation of their results. These include using prohibited items like mobile phones, headphones, smartwatches, crib sheets, USB drives, and other communication devices.

Additional violations include communicating with other test-takers, sharing materials, photographing or copying exam materials, and disruptive behavior such as leaving the room without permission or acting aggressively.