In Brief
- The Constitution entered into force on July 1, 2026.
- On July 1, 2026, the presidential decree calling the first Kurultai elections was signed.
- Voting took place on August 23, 2026.
What Is Already Known about the Kurultai
- It is a unicameral supreme representative body.
- It consists of 145 deputies.
- Its basis is proportional representation in a single nationwide constituency.
- Deputies serve 5-year terms.
Confirmed milestones
- The CEC published the Kurultai election results on 25 August 2026. Official source.
- The first session of the first Kurultai opened on 28 August 2026. Official source.
- Erlan Karin was appointed Vice President on 31 August 2026 by Decree No. 1417. Official source.
Timeline
- March 15, 2026 – referendum on the new Constitution
- June 5, 2026 – laws on the President, the Kurultai, and the Kazakhstan People's Council are signed
- July 1, 2026 – Constitution entered into force
- August 7, 2026 – voter-list inspection began
- August 23, 2026 – Kurultai deputy elections
Why This Matters
This page connects the rules governing the Kurultai with confirmed milestones in its election and the start of its work.