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 & upcoming series

Cambridge October/November 2026

Cambridge International

Exam period: 28 September - 13 November 2026

Cambridge IGCSE, O Level, AS & A Level October/November 2026. Full per-paper timetable for all six administrative zones.

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Edexcel International A Level October 2026

Edexcel

Exam period: 8 October - 30 October 2026

Pearson Edexcel International Advanced Level October 2026. All 36 timetabled rows, by date and by subject.

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Edexcel International GCSE November 2026

Edexcel

Exam period: 27 October - 19 November 2026

Pearson Edexcel International GCSE November 2026. All 82 timetabled rows, by date and by subject.

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Edexcel International A Level January 2027

Edexcel

Exam period: 8 January - 25 January 2027

Pearson Edexcel International Advanced Level January 2027. All 82 timetabled rows, by date and by subject.

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IB Diploma November 2026

IB

Exam period: 23 October - 13 November 2026

IB Diploma Programme and Career-related Programme November 2026. All 126 timetabled rows, by day and by subject, for exam zones A, B and C.

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Summer 2026 results

IB May 2026 Results
Schools 5 Jul · students 6 Jul 2026 at 12:00 UTC — countdown, timezones, how to check & FAQs
Cambridge May/June 2026 Results
AS & A Level: 11 Aug · IGCSE: 18 Aug — countdown, what to expect & FAQs
Edexcel International GCSE June 2026 Results
Students: 20 Aug from 08:00 BST — countdown, how results reach you, 9–1 grades & retakes
Edexcel International A Level (IAL) June 2026 Results
Students: 13 Aug 2026 — countdown, how results reach you, A*–E grades, UCAS & Clearing

Past series

Edexcel IGCSE Summer 2026

Results out

Exam period: 7 May - 15 June 2026

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Cambridge May/June 2026

Results out

Exam period: 23 April - 9 June 2026

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IB Diploma May 2026

Results out

Exam period: 27 April - 15 May 2026

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Cambridge March 2026

Results out

Exam period: 5 February - 9 March 2026

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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 (late September – mid November; key dates confirmed). 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.