Cambridge IGCSE Exam Timetable 2026

Official Cambridge IGCSE, AS & A Level exam dates for 2026. Also includes IB Diploma Programme timetables. Select your exam series below to view the full schedule, filter by subject, or download to your calendar.

Current Timetables

Cambridge May/June 2026

Current Cambridge International

Cambridge IGCSE, AS & A Level May/June 2026 examination series. Multiple zones supported.

Exam Period: 23 April - 9 June 2026

IB Diploma May 2026

Current IB

IB Diploma Programme May 2026 examination session. All zones (A, B, C).

Exam Period: 27 April - 15 May 2026

Upcoming

Cambridge October/November 2026

Coming Soon

Cambridge IGCSE, AS & A Level October/November 2026. Full timetable coming soon.

IB Diploma November 2026

Coming Soon

IB Diploma Programme November 2026 session. For Southern Hemisphere schools.

Archived Timetables

Cambridge March 2026

5 February - 9 March 2026

About Cambridge Exam Timetables

  • • Cambridge releases official timetables for each examination series
  • • March series: Typically February - March
  • • May/June series: Typically April - June
  • • October/November series: Typically October - November
  • • Check with your exam centre for specific start times in your timezone

Source: Cambridge International

Cambridge IGCSE & A Level Exam Dates 2026

Looking for Cambridge IGCSE exam dates 2026? We provide complete, official exam timetables for all Cambridge International examination series. Our timetables cover IGCSE, AS Level, and A Level subjects including Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, English, Economics, and Computer Science.

Cambridge exams are administered in different administrative zones worldwide. Zone 3 covers the UK, UAE, and parts of Africa. Zone 4 includes India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. Zone 5 covers Singapore, Malaysia, and China. Each zone has slightly different exam times to maintain security.

Key Cambridge IGCSE Exam Dates 2026

  • May/June 2026: 23 April – 9 June 2026 (main session)
  • October/November 2026: Late September – Mid November 2026
  • March 2026: 5 February – 9 March 2026 (archived)

Frequently Asked Questions

When are Cambridge IGCSE exams in 2026?
Cambridge IGCSE exams in 2026 are held in three series: March 2026 (5 Feb – 9 Mar), May/June 2026 (23 Apr – 9 Jun), and October/November 2026 (dates TBC). The May/June session is the largest, with most students taking exams in this period.
How do I find my Cambridge exam timetable?
Select your exam series above (e.g., "Cambridge May/June 2026"), then choose your administrative zone. You can filter by subject or level (IGCSE, AS, A Level) to find your specific exam dates. Download as CSV or add directly to your calendar.
What is an administrative zone?
Cambridge divides the world into 6 administrative zones for exam scheduling. This ensures exam security by staggering exam times. Your zone determines your exact exam dates and whether papers are in the AM or PM session. Ask your school or check Cambridge's zone finder if unsure.
Are these official Cambridge timetables?
Yes, our timetables are extracted from official Cambridge International examination timetable PDFs. We link to the original source documents on each timetable page. Always verify with your school for final confirmation of your exam dates.