Contents
- 1. Key Takeaways
- 2. When Are the IGCSE Exams in 2026?
- 3. IGCSE Exam Dates Summer 2026
- 4. Accounting
- 5. Arabic
- 6. Bangla
- 7. Bangladesh Studies
- 8. Biology
- 9. Business
- 10. Chemistry
- 11. Chinese
- 12. Commerce
- 13. Co-ordinated Science
- 14. D&T
- 15. Economics
- 16. English
- 17. French
- 18. Geography
- 19. Global Citizenship
- 20. German
- 21. Greek
- 22. History
- 23. Information Technology / Computer Science
- 24. Islamic Studies
- 25. Mathematics
- 26. Pakistan Studies
- 27. Physics
- 28. Psychology
- 29. Religious Studies
- 30. Sinhala
- 31. Spanish
- 32. Swahili
- 33. Tamil
- 34. How to Use the IGCSE Timetable to Plan Your Revision
- 35. How to Download or Access Your Official Timetable
- 36. Frequently Asked Questions
- 37. Final Thoughts
Key Takeaways
IGCSE exam dates vary by board and subject: Cambridge (CIE) (opens in a new tab), Pearson Edexcel (opens in a new tab), and Oxford AQA (opens in a new tab) each publish slightly different timetables, so make sure to check the correct schedule for your exams and confirm them with your school or Assessment Centre.
Early planning is essential for effective revision: Knowing your exam dates allows you to create a personalised revision timetable, prioritising subjects with earlier exams, balancing time across all subjects, and accounting for coursework and practical assessments.
Official timetables are the most reliable source: While provisional timetables are available online, schools and Assessment Centres are the most reliable source to get information about your personalised exam schedule, particularly if there are any exam clashes.
When Are the IGCSE Exams in 2026?
IGCSE exam dates change slightly every year, so be sure to check this year’s timetable carefully. The IGCSE exam boards – Cambridge (CIE) (opens in a new tab), Pearson Edexcel (opens in a new tab), and Oxford AQA (opens in a new tab) – all set slightly different timetables, so double check you are looking at exam dates for the correct exam boards.
The main written exams typically take place throughout May and June 2026. Coursework deadlines and oral and practical exams may begin as early as March or April depending on the subject and board.
Schools and Assessment Centres receive the confirmed timetables directly from the exam boards and will inform students of their personalised schedule. Always check with your teacher or exams officer before finalising your plans.
IGCSE Exam Dates Summer 2026
The summer 2026 dates for Oxford AQA and Pearson Edexcel IGCSE exams can be found below. The timetable for Cambridge (CIE) summer 2026 IGCSE exams hasn’t yet been released. Check the Cambridge (CIE) website (opens in a new tab) for timetable updates and check back on this article as it is updated with more information.
Accounting
Oxford AQA | Accounting Paper 1 | 28th April 2026 |
Oxford AQA | Accounting Paper 2 | 8th May 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Accounting Paper 1 | 15th May 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Accounting Paper 2 | 8th June 2026 |
Arabic
Pearson Edexcel | Paper 1 | 7th May 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Paper 2 | 19th May 2026 |
Bangla
Pearson Edexcel | Paper 1 | 15th May 2026 |
Bangladesh Studies
Pearson Edexcel | Paper 1 | 29th May 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Paper 2 | 10th June 2026 |
Biology
Oxford AQA | CORE Biology (Short Course) | 27th April 2026 |
Oxford AQA | Biology Paper 1 | 14th May 2026 |
Oxford AQA | Biology Paper 2 | 1st June 2026 |
Oxford AQA | Combined science – Biology: Core | 1st June 2026 |
Oxford AQA | Combined science – Biology: Extension | 1st June 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Paper 1 | 12th May 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Paper 2 | 8th June 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Human Biology: Paper 1 | 8th May 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Human Biology: Paper 2 | 9th June 2026 |
Business
Oxford AQA | Business Paper 1 | 29th April 2026 |
Oxford AQA | Business Paper 2 | 8th May 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Paper 1 | 11th May 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Paper 2 | 21st May 2025 |
Chemistry
Oxford AQA | CORE Chemistry (Short Course) | 29th April 2026 |
Oxford AQA | Chemistry Paper 1 | 7th May 2026 |
Oxford AQA | Chemistry Paper 2 | 18th May 2026 |
Oxford AQA | Combined science – Chemistry: Core | 18th May 2026 |
Oxford AQA | Combined science – Chemistry: Extension | 18th May 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Paper 1 | 18th May 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Paper 2 | 12th June 2026 |
Chinese
Pearson Edexcel | Paper 1 | 2nd June 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Paper 2 | 2nd June 2026 |
Commerce
Pearson Edexcel | Paper 1 | 18th May 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Paper 2 | 5th June 2026 |
Co-ordinated Science
Pearson Edexcel | Double Award: Paper 1B | 12th May 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Double Award: Paper 1C | 18th May 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Double Award: Paper 1P | 2nd June 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Single Award: Paper 1B | 8th June 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Single Award: Paper 1C | 12th June 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Single Award: Paper 1P | 15th June 2026 |
D&T
Oxford AQA | D&T: Product Design | 30th April 2026 |
Economics
Oxford AQA | Economics Paper 1 | 27th April 2026 |
Oxford AQA | Economics Paper 2 | 5th May 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Paper 1 | 8th May 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Paper 2 | 22nd May 2026 |
English
Oxford AQA | English Literature Paper 1 | 28th April 2026 |
Oxford AQA | English as a Second Language – Listening | 29th April 2026 |
Oxford AQA | English as a Second Language – Reading | 29th April 2026 |
Oxford AQA | English Language Paper 2 | 23rd February 2026 |
Oxford AQA | English Literature Paper 2A | 5th May 2026 |
Oxford AQA | English Literature Paper 2B | 7th May 2026 |
Oxford AQA | English Language Paper 1 | 5th May 2026 |
Oxford AQA | English as a Second Language – Writing | 11th May 2026 |
Oxford AQA | English Language Paper 2 | 12th May 2026 |
Oxford AQA | English as a Second Language (Short Course) – Paper 1 | 13th May 2026 |
Oxford AQA | English as a Second Language (Short Course) – Paper 2 | 2nd June 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | English Language A Paper 1 | 21st May 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | English Language A Paper 2 | 5th June 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | English Language B | 21st May 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | English Literature Paper 1 | 11th May 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | English Literature Paper 2 | 19th May 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | English as a Second Language - Reading | 13th May 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | English as a Second Language - Listening | 13th May 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | English as a Second Language - Writing | 1st June 2026 |
French
Oxford AQA | French - Listening | 30th April 2026 |
Oxford AQA | French - Reading | 30th April 2026 |
Oxford AQA | French - Writing | 13th May 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | French – Listening | 20th May 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | French – Reading & Writing | 20th May 2026 |
Geography
Oxford AQA | Geography Paper 1 | 5th May 2026 |
Oxford AQA | Geography Paper 2 | 8th May 2026 |
Oxford AQA | Geography Paper 3 | 14th May 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Paper 1 | 13th May 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Paper 2 | 3rd June 2026 |
Global Citizenship
Pearson Edexcel | Global Citizenship | 11th June 2026 |
German
Pearson Edexcel | German – Listening | 7th May 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | German – Reading & Writing | 7th May 2026 |
Greek
Pearson Edexcel | Greek – Reading, Summary & Grammar | 14th May 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Greek – Writing | 1st June 2026 |
History
Pearson Edexcel | Paper 1 | 15th May 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Paper 2 | 4th June 2026 |
Information Technology / Computer Science
Oxford AQA | Computer Science Paper 1 | 15th May 2026 |
Oxford AQA | Computer Science Paper 2 | 19th May 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Computer Science Paper 1 | 8th May 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Computer Science Paper 2 | 1st June 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Computer Science Paper 2 | 2nd June 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Computer Science Paper 2 | 3rd June 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Information & Communication Technology – Written Paper | 7th May 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Information & Communication Technology – Practical Exam | 1st June 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Information & Communication Technology – Practical Exam | 2nd June 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Information & Communication Technology – Practical Exam | 3rd June 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Information & Communication Technology – Practical Exam | 4th June 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Information & Communication Technology – Practical Exam | 5th June 2026 |
Islamic Studies
Pearson Edexcel | Paper 1 | 2nd June 2026 |
Mathematics
Oxford AQA | Mathematics Paper 1: Core | 6th May 2026 |
Oxford AQA | Mathematics Paper 1: Extension | 6th May 2026 |
Oxford AQA | Mathematics Paper 2: Core | 20th May 2026 |
Oxford AQA | Mathematics Paper 2: Extension | 20th May 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Further Maths – Paper 1 | 19th May 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Further Maths – Paper 2 | 4th June 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Foundation – Paper 1 | 14th May 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Foundation – Paper 2 | 3rd June 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Higher – Paper 1 | 14th May 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Higher – Paper 2 | 3rd June 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Mathematics B – Paper 1 | 13th May 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Mathematics B – Paper 2 | 10th June 2026 |
Pakistan Studies
Pearson Edexcel | Paper 1 | 1st June 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Paper 2 | 11th June 2026 |
Physics
Oxford AQA | Physics Paper 1 | 28th April 2026 |
Oxford AQA | CORE Physics (Short Course) | 30th April 2026 |
Oxford AQA | Physics Paper 2 | 14th May 2026 |
Oxford AQA | Combined Science – Physics: Core | 21st May 2026 |
Oxford AQA | Combined Science – Physics: Extended | 21st May 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Paper 1 | 2nd June 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Paper 2 | 15th June 2026 |
Psychology
Oxford AQA | Psychology Paper 1 | 20th May 2026 |
Oxford AQA | Psychology Paper 2 | 2nd June 2026 |
Religious Studies
Pearson Edexcel | Paper 1 | 12th May 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Paper 2 | 20th May 2026 |
Sinhala
Pearson Edexcel | Paper 1 | 29th May 2026 |
Spanish
Oxford AQA | Spanish - Listening | 12th May 2026 |
Oxford AQA | Spanish - Reading | 12th May 2026 |
Oxford AQA | Spanish - Writing | 22nd May 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Spanish - Listening | 9th June 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Spanish – Reading & Writing | 9th June 2026 |
Swahili
Pearson Edexcel | Swahili - Listening | 28th May 2026 |
Pearson Edexcel | Swahili – Reading, Writing & Translation | 28th May 2026 |
Tamil
Pearson Edexcel | Paper 1 | 29th May 2026 |
Sources:
Oxford AQA 2026 IGCSE Exam Timetable (opens in a new tab)
Pearson / Edexcel 2026 IGCSE Exam Timetable (opens in a new tab)
How to Use the IGCSE Timetable to Plan Your Revision
Once you know your exam dates, you can work backwards to design a revision schedule that gives you sufficient time to prepare before your exams start.
Begin by looking at the subjects that have the earliest exams in your timetable, and build your confidence and skill with those first. For example, if your first exam is Maths, focus your revision blocks on key maths topics in March and April.
Balance your time so later exams are not neglected. Regularly review your progress and adjust your plan if mock exams show weaker areas. Coursework deadlines should also be built into your calendar, as they can clash with revision if left to the last minute.
Save My Exams has revision tips, subject-specific revision resources and practice papers that can help you target your revision effectively and stay on track.
How to Download or Access Your Official Timetable
You can access your timetable directly from the exam board websites. Here are links to the timetables for 2026 for the main IGCSE exam boards:
Cambridge International (opens in a new tab) (summer 2026 exam timetable TBC)
Pearson Edexcel (opens in a new tab)
Oxford AQA (opens in a new tab)
After downloading the timetable, highlight all your subjects’ exams. To make it easier to see which exams you have coming up, create a personalised timetable with just the exams you’re taking.
Your school will provide the most accurate information regarding your exam dates, so be sure to check with them that you have correctly understood and written down your timetable. Private candidates should contact their Assessment Centre directly to receive their official schedule.
Frequently Asked Questions
When do the IGCSE exams usually start and end?
The summer exam series typically runs from early May to mid-June, with practical and oral assessments often scheduled earlier.
Where can I find my exact IGCSE subject exam date?
Your school or Assessment Centre will give you an individual timetable. You can also check the provisional timetables on your exam board’s official website (see links above).
Can I request a different date if two of my exams clash?
If two of your exams are scheduled at the same time, your exams officer will arrange for one to be taken later the same day under supervised conditions. However, you won’t be able to request to move exams for personal reasons.
Final Thoughts
The 2026 IGCSE exam dates provide a clear structure for planning your revision and managing your time. While the official timetables give subject-by-subject detail, your school or Assessment Centre is the most reliable source of information.
Confirm your exam dates well in advance, begin revision early, and make use of Save My Exams IGCSE revision resources to keep your studying focused and tailored to your exams’ content. With careful planning, you can approach exam season with confidence and clarity.
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