Egyptian students in their second year of high school, following the Baccalaureate system, are set to take their first monthly exam on October 18, 2026. This exam is part of the continuous assessment process, which aims to monitor students' progress and measure their understanding of the curriculum during the first few weeks of the academic semester. The exams will be held according to schedules announced by educational directorates and relevant administrations.
The October exams for Baccalaureate students will be administered at the administrative level, following the rules governing monthly exams during the current academic year. The exams will cover topics taught from the first week of the semester to the end of the fifth week. Questions will be distributed, with 50% being essay-type and 50% multiple-choice, allowing for the assessment of students' ability to comprehend the curriculum and handle different types of questions.
The Ministry of Education and Technical Education will provide exam questions for schools with the necessary technological infrastructure through its online platform. For other schools, the exams will be prepared locally. Three exam models (A, B, and C) will be prepared for each subject by the relevant educational supervisors. This approach aims to ensure fairness and diversity in the assessment process.
Educational directorates in various governorates will announce the specific schedules for the October exams, taking into account the nature of each academic stage and the organization of studies within schools. Students and parents are advised to follow official announcements from schools and educational administrations to be informed about the exam dates for different subjects.
Physical education exams will be conducted by schools, as this subject is compulsory and assessed practically. The second monthly exam for Baccalaureate students is scheduled from November 29 to December 3, 2026. These periodic assessments aim to monitor students' academic progress and identify areas that require further review before the end-of-semester exams.
According to the academic calendar for the 2026-2027 school year, key dates include: October exams from October 18 to 22, 2026; the second monthly test from November 29 to December 3, 2026; first-semester exams for transfer students from January 9 to 14, 2027; and preparatory certificate exams from January 16 to 21, 2027, excluding January 19.
These dates are part of the organization of evaluation and exam activities during the academic year. Students and parents are encouraged to stay updated with any further instructions or detailed schedules issued by the relevant educational authorities.
Key points
- The first monthly exam for Egyptian Baccalaureate students is scheduled for October 18, 2026.
- Exams will cover topics taught during the first five weeks of the semester.
- The second monthly exam for Baccalaureate students will take place from November 29 to December 3, 2026.
