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2026 Oct/Nov Examination Timetable

Basic EducationRef: https://www.education.gov.za/Portals/0/Documents/Publications/2026/2026%20Nov%20NSC%20Timetable.pdf

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Source domain: education.gov.za

Collected on 14 September 2026

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What this means

The Department of Basic Education has released the official timetable for the 2026 October/November National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations. The document lists all exam dates, times, subjects, and paper types for Grade 12 learners across South Africa. It serves as a public guide for students, schools, and educators to prepare for the upcoming national exams.

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2026 October/November National Senior Certificate (NSC) Examinations

The South African government is making available the official timetable for the 2026 National Senior Certificate examinations. This schedule outlines the dates, times, and subjects for all written and practical exams that Grade 12 learners must write to obtain their NSC qualification.

Who it is for: Grade 12 learners preparing for the NSC exams
How to act on it: Learners should consult this timetable to prepare for their exams and plan their study schedules accordingly.
Closes: 20 November 2026

The document's recorded date is 12 October 2026. Confirm on the official source.

Facts

Reference

https://www.education.gov.za/Portals/0/Documents/Publications/2026/2026%20Nov%20NSC%20Timetable.pdf

Key Takeaways

2026
October/November
NSC
timetable
Grade 12
examinations
2026-10-12
2026-11-20
Basic Education
Basic Education
National Senior Certificate
Grade 12 learners

Dates

Closing Date (read from the document by Govermate)

20 November 2026