Unions call for participation in the "Victory Dictation"

      15.04.2026

      "The Dictation of Victory" is an annual international event aimed at testing knowledge about the events of the Great Patriotic War. The organizers include the United Russia party, the Russian Historical Society, Rossotrudnichestvo, and other organizations. Given the high social significance of this event, aimed at preserving historical truth, the Federation of Independent Trade Unions of Russia considers it important to participate in the organization and conduct of the "Dictation of Victory."

      In 2026, the international historical and patriotic event of United Russia, "Dictation of Victory," will take place for the eighth time. It is one of the largest historical tests in the world, and it will once again gather millions of people wishing to check how well they remember the events of the most terrible war in human history.

      When and where will the Dictation of Victory take place in 2026?

      The event will be held on Friday, April 24, 2026, at various venues in Russia and abroad. The Federation of Trade Unions of the Republic of Tatarstan will conduct the "Dictation of Victory" at the Kazan Palace of Labor (Kazan, Mushhtari St., 9) on April 24 at 12:00. Registration for participants begins at 11:15 Moscow time.

      The main website of the event: dictantpobedy.rf — registration will be available there soon. It also contains training and trial tests and all relevant information. The start time of the in-person event depends on the region. For example, in Moscow and St. Petersburg in previous years, participants began solving the test at 12:00. The test will be available on the website from 9:00 Moscow time.

      What is the "Dictation of Victory"?

      The "Dictation of Victory" is one of the largest international educational events dedicated to the celebration of Victory Day. Anyone can check and refresh their knowledge about the events of the Great Patriotic War, its heroes, key battles, and lessons from that terrible war for free. In 2026, the event takes place in a special context. It will be dedicated to the 85th anniversary of the beginning of the Great Patriotic War and the 130th anniversary of the birth of the great commander, Marshal of the Soviet Union Georgy Konstantinovich Zhukov. Therefore, the questions of the dictation this year will pay special attention to his life, military talent, decisive operations under his command, and contribution to Victory. Additionally, the tasks will traditionally reflect modern parallels — the events of the special military operation. The organizers of the event are the United Russia party, the Russian Military Historical Society (RVIO), the Russian Historical Society (RIO), and the All-Russian Public Movement "Volunteers of Victory."

      The main mission of the project is to preserve the historical truth about the bloodiest war in human history, to pass on the memory of our ancestors' feats to new generations, and to awaken interest in military history, especially among young people. The first "Dictation of Victory" took place in 2019 — then more than 150,000 people from 24 countries participated. Each year, the event grows and develops. In 2025, on the anniversary of the 80th anniversary of Victory, a record was set: more than 2.75 million participants from 97 countries around the world, over 35,500 venues worldwide. In 2026, millions of people on all continents will again sit down at their "desks" to remember the events of those years. The dictation tasks are traditionally translated into foreign languages. This allows people of different nationalities and cultures to participate.

      When will the dictation take place in 2026?

      The "Dictation of Victory" will take place on April 24. The time allotted for its completion is 45 minutes. During this time, participants must answer 25 questions of varying difficulty.

      How to write the "Dictation of Victory"?

      Do not expect a classic school dictation with a pen and text to be dictated, where the main thing is not to miss a comma. The "Dictation of Victory" consists of 25 questions, for which 45 minutes are given. The topics are very diverse: key battles and heroes of the Great Patriotic War, legendary weapons and combat awards, films, books, songs, and other works of culture related to the war of 1941–1945. In 2025, a separate block of questions dedicated to the events of the special military operation (SMO) was introduced for the first time. This makes the event even more relevant — knowledge is tested not only about the past but also about the connection of times. Most tasks involve choosing the correct option from several provided. However, there are also questions where participants need to recall and write down the answer (the name of a hero, date, title, etc.). This is a great way to test oneself and learn something new. Participation is possible both online on the official website dictantpobedy.rf or at tens of thousands of offline venues in cities across Russia and in several foreign countries.

      What questions can participants of the "Dictation of Victory" expect in 2026?

      The main feature of 2026 is the emphasis on the 130th anniversary of the birth of Georgy Konstantinovich Zhukov. The tasks will include questions about the legendary marshal, other outstanding Soviet commanders, as well as key anniversary dates of the year (including 85 years since the beginning of the Great Patriotic War). Here are a few typical examples of questions from previous years (they perfectly illustrate the style and themes of the event):

      1. Arrange the events in chronological order:

      1) The Carpathian raid of S.A. Kovpak's unit

      2) The capture of Budapest

      3) The death of the 2nd Shock Army while attempting to break the blockade of Leningrad

      4) The defense of Tula

      Write down the numbers in the correct sequence.

      2. In 2023, it was the 100th anniversary of the birth of composer Eduard Kolmanovsky. Which of the listed songs related to the Great Patriotic War did he write?

      Options:

      1) "Alyosha," "Do the Russians Want War?"

      2) "Sad Willows," "Under the Balkan Stars"

      3) "The Road to Berlin," "For That Guy"

      4) "The Sacred Stone," "March of the Defenders of Moscow"

      3. Consider the image of the monument (Monument of Combat and Labor Glory). It is installed in the capital of the Republic of the Volga Federal District. The city has held the title of "City of Labor Valor" since 2020. During the war, its enterprises produced more than 12 million units of small arms. Name the city.

      Registration for the "Dictation of Victory"

      To become a participant in the "Dictation of Victory," you need to visit the official website of the event and go through a simple registration procedure. You will need to provide your full name, date of birth, country, address, and phone number, to which an SMS with a code for completing the registration will be sent. You can also register using an email.

      For those planning to write the test in person, after creating a personal account, you need to go to the event map, select a convenient venue, and add it to "Favorites."

      There are no age restrictions for participating in the "Dictation of Victory," and no identity documents are required.

      Results of the "Dictation of Victory"

      The most exciting moment of the "Dictation of Victory" is, of course, the announcement of the results. Those who answer all 25 questions correctly and score the maximum points will become winners of the event. In previous years, there have been many such lucky individuals, and their number is in the thousands. The best of the best (those who answer all correctly and the fastest) will receive special privileges: valuable prizes, honorary diplomas, and the most coveted — an invitation to the Victory Parade on May 9 in Red Square in Moscow as guests.

      When will the results of the "Dictation of Victory" be known in 2026?

      Online participants will learn the results immediately after completing the test. In their personal account, they will be able to download an electronic diploma indicating the number of points scored and the time spent on completing the tasks. Those who choose the in-person option of the "Dictation" will have to wait a few weeks for the results to be summarized. The exact timing of the announcement of results will be communicated by the event organizers later.

      How to find out the results of the "Dictation of Victory"

      To find out the results of the testing, participants will need to log into their personal account on the website dictantpobedy.rf. Those who chose the remote format will receive information immediately and without additional actions. Offline participants of the "Dictation of Victory" will be able to find out the results later, using their individual identification number.

      Questions and answers about the "Dictation of Victory" — 2026

      The most frequently asked questions from those who are already eager to test their knowledge and possibly attend the Victory Parade. We answer honestly and to the point:

      How much time is given for the "Dictation of Victory"?

      Exactly 45 minutes for 25 questions. There is enough time if you prepare well, but it's better not to get distracted — every second counts!

      How to write the "Dictation of Victory" online in 2026?

      Very simple: go to