报考人数持续下降，研考迈向更理性更公平

Group 1 - The 2026 National Master's Graduate Entrance Examination has concluded, with a total of 3.43 million candidates registered, including 136,100 from Hunan, marking a decrease of 13,100 from the previous year [3] - This is the third consecutive year of declining registration numbers, indicating a significant cooling of the "graduate school fever" and a deeper transformation in student attitudes towards further education [3][4] Group 2 - Students are increasingly prioritizing practical experience over further academic qualifications, with many opting to enter the workforce directly rather than pursuing graduate studies [4] - The selection criteria for graduate programs are evolving, with a notable increase in the emphasis on mathematics across various disciplines, reflecting a shift towards integrating quantitative skills into higher education [5] - The adjustments in examination subjects aim to align talent selection with societal needs, focusing on identifying candidates with innovative potential and interdisciplinary skills [5] Group 3 - The examination process has been enhanced for fairness and order, with over 15,000 staff members organized to support the examination across Hunan [7] - New regulations have been implemented to ensure transparency and accountability in the examination process, including detailed guidelines on conflict of interest and the requirement for all examination materials to be traceable [7] - The introduction of a "three random" system for the interview process aims to ensure fairness and integrity in candidate selection, with strict adherence to the weight of initial examination scores [7]