UFSM Offers 635 Spots in Free Technical Courses for 2026; Registration Until 10/31 According to Official Notice

Written by Maria Heloisa Barbosa Borges

Published on 01/09/2025 at 20:20

Updated on 01/09/2025 at 20:23

UFSM abre 635 vagas em cursos técnicos gratuitos para 2026; inscrições até 31 de outubro

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University Offers In-Person and Distance Learning Programs at CTISM and the Polytechnic School; Selection Will Be by Exam or Lottery, Depending on Demand.

The UFSM opened 635 spots in free technical courses for 2026, distributed between CTISM (Technical Industrial School of Santa Maria) and the Polytechnic School. Applications are now open and will continue until October 31 on the official website of the institution. According to the announcement, candidates who meet the socioeconomic criteria may request a fee exemption between August 21 and September 26.

In total, there will be 160 in-person spots at CTISM and 475 at the Polytechnic, including in-person and distance learning (EaD) modalities. The selection will be made by exam on November 30 if the number of applicants exceeds the available spots; if there are fewer interested, the process will be by public lottery on December 1.

Where the Spots Are and Which Courses Are Available

At CTISM, the 160 spots are for subsequent in-person technical courses in areas such as Industrial Automation, Electromechanics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanics, and Occupational Safety. These courses are aimed at those who have already completed high school and seek practical training for quick entry into the job market.

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How the Selection Will Work

The selection process depends on the number of applicants. If demand exceeds supply, an objective exam will be held on November 30, consisting of 50 multiple-choice questions on Portuguese Language, Mathematics, Natural Sciences, and Human Sciences. If the number of candidates is lower than the available spots, the criterion will shift to a public lottery on December 1.

In both cases, the filling will follow the rules of broad competition and quota systems as stipulated in the announcement. The UFSM emphasizes that the courses are completely free and participation guarantees access to valuable training in the job market.

Why These Spots Matter

The opening of free technical course spots represents an opportunity for youth and adults to enhance their employability chances in areas with strong professional demand. Furthermore, the offer in both in-person and distance formats allows for greater reach, including for students living outside of Santa Maria.

According to education specialists, subsequent training is essential because it shortens the time for professional qualification and facilitates entry into the market, especially in sectors such as health, technology, and agribusiness.

The UFSM emphasizes that all detailed information, including deadlines and requirements, is available in the official announcement published on the institution’s website (ufsm.br). For those seeking rapid, free, and recognized training, this can be a decisive opportunity.

And you, do you believe that free technical courses really increase chances of immediate employment? Or are there still missing policies to further valorize professional education in Brazil? Leave your opinion in the comments — we want to know your view.

UFSM Offers 635 Spots in Free Technical Courses for 2026; Registration Until 10/31 According to Official Notice

University Offers In-Person and Distance Learning Programs at CTISM and the Polytechnic School; Selection Will Be by Exam or Lottery, Depending on Demand.

Where the Spots Are and Which Courses Are Available

How the Selection Will Work

Why These Spots Matter

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