Exam Timetable
South Africa Exam Dates & Timetables
In South Africa it’s the exam timetable. The Department of Basic Education (DBE) sets one national timetable for the matric (NSC) exams that every province follows.
Latest South Africa schedules
| Schedule | Board / body | Level | Key date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NSC (Matric) Exam Timetable 2026 | Department of Basic Education | Grade 12 (NSC) | 13 Oct – 25 Nov 2026 | Released |
Other exam timetables in Africa
Kenya’s Form 4 exams are running at the same time – see the KCSE timetable 2026 on our Kenya hub. Uganda’s national exams are also on – see the UNEB timetable 2026 (UCE, PLE, UACE) on our Uganda hub.
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