The Egyptian Ministry of Education has announced the schedule for October 2026 exams, which will take place from October 18 to 22, 2026. These exams are part of the continuous assessment system implemented during the 2026-2027 academic year. The exams aim to monitor students' progress and measure their understanding of the curriculum taught in class. The Ministry has instructed educational directorates to prepare exam schedules for transfer classes based on the academic plan and curriculum.
The October 2026 exams will include students from primary to secondary levels, specifically from the first primary to the second secondary grade. The exams will cover the material taught since the beginning of the academic year. This year's exams will also include students in the first and second primary grades and second secondary grade under the baccalaureate system for the first time.
Educational directorates will prepare and distribute the exam schedules for transfer classes. The schedules will be based on the distribution of subjects according to the time plan of the curriculum and what has been taught in class. Students and parents can obtain the schedules from their schools and affiliated educational administrations.
The continuous assessment system, which includes monthly exams, aims to measure students' achievement levels and monitor their progress throughout the academic year. The system replaces the traditional reliance on end-of-term exams. The results of these exams allow teachers to track students' levels, identify strengths, and pinpoint areas needing more review and support.
The Ministry of Education has set specific dates for other exams and assessments during the 2026-2027 academic year. The second monthly exam will take place from November 29 to December 3, 2026. Exams for the first semester for transfer classes will be held from January 9 to 14, 2027.
Additionally, exams for the first semester of the preparatory certificate will take place from January 16 to 21, 2027, with no exams scheduled for January 19. These dates and schedules are part of the Ministry's efforts to organize the academic year and ensure smooth implementation of the curriculum.
The inclusion of new grades in the October exams reflects the Ministry's ongoing efforts to enhance the assessment system. By continuously evaluating students, the Ministry aims to provide a comprehensive picture of students' academic progress and identify areas for improvement.
Key points
- The October 2026 exams in Egypt will run from October 18 to 22, 2026.
- The exams are part of the continuous assessment system for the 2026-2027 academic year.
- Students from the first primary to the second secondary grade will participate in the exams.
