The analysis of the state geodetic network points’ development accounting and protection is considered. Most of them in the territory of Penza city and the oblast do not correspond to their functional purpose, some of them are completely lost, and what is left does not have proper external arrangement and design. In terms of accuracy and density, geodetic points are not homogeneous and do not meet modern requirements. There has not been a mass survey of their condition in this region since 1996. Examples of practical experience of surveying geodetic points for the period from 2010 until now are presented. The development of geodetic points and their safety depends on financial support. In this regard, positive practical results are provided in information editions of the Federal Service for State Registration, Cadastre and Cartography on conservation and restoring the "GGS of Russia" points. Students of the Penza State University of Architecture and Construction actively participate in this campaign within the framework of the partnership during the practice period. A comparative analysis of the state of geodetic points surveyed in 2017 and in 2022 was carried out. The analysis of legislative documents related to geodetic and cartographic activities, as well as to licensed types of work, names of specialties and areas of training in the field of higher education is made. Based on the results of the study, conclusions and recommendations on development and protection of the state geodetic network in the territory of the region under consideration are formulated