Singapore's 2026 national examinations span 448 exam sessions across 3 levels — PSLE, O-Level, and A-Level — from June to November. This is the definitive guide covering every date, subject, and assessment mode.
Whether you're a P6 student preparing for PSLE, a Sec 4/5 student facing the O-Levels, or a JC2 student gearing up for A-Levels — find all your exam dates right here in one comprehensive guide.
Quick Reference: All 3 Exams at a Glance
How do PSLE, O-Level, and A-Level compare in 2026? This side-by-side table gives you the full picture — from total exam sessions to when each examination begins and ends.
PSLE | O-Level | A-Level | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Sessions | 75 | 192 | 181 |
| Date Range | Aug 12 – Sep 30 | Jun 2 – Nov 10 | Jun 2 – Nov 27 |
| Assessment Modes | Oral, LC, Written | Oral, LC, Written, Practical | Oral, LC, Written, Practical |
| First Exam | Aug 12 (Oral) | Jun 2 (Written) | Jun 2 (Written) |
| Written Start | Sep 24 | Jun 2 (mid-year), Oct 19 (year-end) | Jun 2 (mid-year), Nov 2 (main) |
| Last Exam | Sep 30 | Nov 10 | Nov 27 |
PSLE 2026: Key Exam Dates
The Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE) takes place from August 12 to September 30, 2026, with 75 exam sessions covering 4 compulsory subjects and Mother Tongue variants.
Oral Examinations (08:00 - 13:30)
Listening Comprehension: MTL (09:00), English (11:15)
English Written P1 (08:15 - 09:25), P2 (10:30 - 12:20)
Mathematics Written P1 (08:15 - 09:25), P2 (10:30 - 11:50)
Mother Tongue Written P1 (08:15 - 09:05), P2 (10:15 - 11:55)
Science Written (08:15 - 10:00)
Higher Mother Tongue P1 (08:15 - 09:05), P2 (10:15 - 11:35)
O-Level 2026: Key Exam Dates
The GCE O-Level examination is the longest of the three, running from June 2 to November 10, 2026, with 192 sessions across oral, listening, practical, and written components.
Mother Tongue Written papers (mid-year)
Mother Tongue Listening Comprehension
Oral examinations across all language subjects
Music Practical examination
Science Practicals: Chemistry (Sep 30), Physics (Oct 5), Computing (Oct 7), Combined Science (Oct 8), Biology (Oct 13)
Year-end Listening Comprehension
English Written P1 (13:30 - 15:20), P2 (16:05 - 17:55)
Mathematics P1 (14:00 - 16:15)
Mathematics P2 (14:30 - 16:45)
A-Math P1 (14:00 - 16:15), Humanities P1 (08:00 - 09:45)
Chemistry P2 (Oct 27), A-Math P2 (Oct 28), Physics P2 (Oct 29), Biology P2 (Oct 30)
Chemistry P1 (08:00 - 09:00), Physics P1 (14:30 - 15:30)
Combined Science P1 (08:00 - 09:00), Biology P1 (14:00 - 15:00) - LAST DAY
A-Level 2026: Key Exam Dates
The GCE A-Level examination stretches from June 2 to November 27, 2026, with 181 sessions. The bulk of written papers are concentrated in November, making it a high-intensity month for JC2 students.
Mother Tongue Language Written papers (mid-year)
Listening Comprehension (Jul 7) + Oral examinations (Jul 8 onwards)
Chemistry Practical examination
Physics Practical examination
Biology Practical examination
General Paper P1 - Essay (08:00 - 09:30)
H2 Mathematics P1 (08:00 - 11:00)
General Paper P2 - Comprehension (08:00 - 09:30), H2 Literature P1 (14:00 - 17:00)
H2 Economics P1 (14:00 - 17:00)
H2 Mathematics P2 (08:00 - 11:00)
H2 Chemistry P2 (Nov 10), P3 (Nov 12); H2 Physics P2 (Nov 13)
H2 History P1 (Nov 17), H2 Biology P2 (Nov 18), H2 History P2 (Nov 19), H2 Biology P3 (Nov 20)
H2 Geography P1 (08:00 - 11:00), H2 Chemistry P1 (14:00 - 15:00)
H2 Geography P2 (Nov 25), H2 Biology P1 (Nov 26), H2 Physics P1 (Nov 27) - LAST DAY
Monthly Timeline: June to November 2026
Here's a month-by-month overview of when each examination level is active. Use this to plan your revision strategy across the entire exam season.
June 2026
July 2026
August 2026
September 2026
October 2026
November 2026
Assessment Modes Explained
Singapore national exams use four distinct assessment modes. Understanding each one helps you prepare effectively and know what to expect on exam day.
Written
Traditional pen-and-paper examinations. Includes essays, structured questions, multiple-choice, and problem-solving papers. The primary assessment mode for all three exam levels.
PSLE, O-Level, A-Level
Oral
Reading aloud and spoken interaction with examiners. Tests pronunciation, fluency, comprehension, and ability to express ideas verbally. Conducted for language subjects.
PSLE, O-Level, A-Level
Listening Comprehension
Audio-based comprehension test where students listen to passages, conversations, and announcements, then answer questions. Tests ability to understand spoken language in various contexts.
PSLE, O-Level, A-Level
Practical
Laboratory-based science experiments and hands-on assessments. Students perform procedures, record observations, and analyse results. Also includes computing practicals and music/theatre studies practicals.
O-Level & A-Level (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computing, Music, Theatre Studies)
General Preparation Tips
Regardless of which exam you're sitting for, these proven strategies will help you make the most of your preparation time.
Start Early with a Revision Schedule
Map out all your exam dates on a calendar and work backwards to create a study plan. Allocate more time for weaker subjects while maintaining regular revision for stronger ones.
Use Past Year Papers Effectively
Practice under timed conditions to build exam stamina. Review your mistakes thoroughly — understanding why you got an answer wrong is more valuable than doing ten more papers.
Balance Study with Rest
Your brain consolidates memory during sleep. Aim for 7-8 hours nightly and take regular breaks during study sessions. Burnout before exams is worse than slightly less revision.
Know Your Exam Format Thoroughly
Familiarise yourself with the exact format, timing, and mark allocation for each paper. Knowing the structure reduces anxiety and helps you manage time effectively during the actual exam.
Download Official SEAB Exam Calendars
Access the official Singapore Examinations and Assessment Board (SEAB) exam calendars for 2026. These are the definitive source for all exam dates and are updated by SEAB directly.
Tools & Resources
Explore our full suite of exam timetables and score calculators to help you plan and prepare for your 2026 national examinations.
PSLE Exam Schedule
Full timetable with all 75 sessions
O-Level Exam Schedule
Full timetable with all 192 sessions
A-Level Exam Schedule
Full timetable with all 181 sessions
PSLE Calculator
Estimate your PSLE Achievement Level
O-Level Calculator
Calculate your L1R5 / L1R4 aggregate
A-Level Calculator
Calculate your UAS / rank points
Related Exam Schedule Guides
Want the full details for a specific exam level? Dive into our dedicated guides with complete subject-by-subject timetables, tips, and downloadable calendars.
PSLE Exam Schedule 2026
Complete PSLE timetable with all oral, LC, and written paper dates for P6 students.
Read guideO-Level Exam Schedule 2026
Full O-Level timetable including practicals, oral, LC, and written papers for Sec 4/5.
Read guideA-Level Exam Schedule 2026
Complete A-Level timetable with GP, H2/H1 subject dates for JC2 students.
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