Thai University Central Admission System

The Thai University Central Admission System (also known as Thai UCAS or TUCAS) operates Thailand's centralized platform for university admissions. It processes applications for entrance examinations and coordinates the allocation of student places across participating universities. The system handles personal data such as names, academic grades, and national identity card details of applicants. Its headquarters is located in Thailand. The organization serves as the primary interface between prospective students and higher‑education institutions in the country. By consolidating admission procedures, it aims to standardize and streamline the university entry process.

The Thai University Central Admission System is overseen by the Council of University Presidents of Thailand, which provides governance and oversight. In February 2022, the system suffered a cyberattack that compromised personal data of more than 23,000 students. The breach exposed names, academic grades, and national identity card information, which were later offered for sale on dark‑web markets. The Council of University Presidents of Thailand confirmed the unauthorized access and data exfiltration, verifying the scope of the incident. This event highlighted the system's role as a custodian of sensitive student information within Thailand's higher‑education sector.