Complete Cambridge IGCSE 2026 Exam Schedule (May/June Session)

Hosni Showike • 5 December 2025

Find All Cambridge IGCSE 2026 Exam Dates in this interactive timetable 

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IGCSE May/June 2026 Exam Timetable

IGCSE Exam Timetable – May/June 2026

Cambridge IGCSE All subjects in this list May/June 2026 series only
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Cambridge IGCSE June 2026 Exam Registration Deadlines: What Students Need to Know

Registering for the Cambridge IGCSE June 2026 exams is an essential step for all students preparing to sit the examinations. Understanding the registration deadlines helps ensure that candidates avoid late fees and secure their place for the upcoming assessment session.

Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) publishes its official schedule and deadlines on the Cambridge website. Schools and private candidates must follow the timelines shown in the Cambridge Guide to Making Entries, available via the official portal. You can find the Cambridge exam timetable and entry regulations here on the Cambridge website

(You may also link directly to the “Support Materials” and “Making Entries” section if your website allows deep linking.)

Key Registration Phases for June 2026

Cambridge uses three registration windows known as Standard Entry, Late Entry, and Very Late Entry. While exact dates vary by school and country, the typical pattern for the May/June session is:

1. Standard Entry Deadline (Most Affordable Fee Tier)

Schools usually complete Standard Entry by mid-February of the exam year.
This is the recommended window for all students because fees are lowest and subject availability is guaranteed.

Cambridge’s official guidance on entries can be found here

2. Late Entry Deadline

Candidates who miss the Standard Entry window may still enter during the Late Entry phase, which often extends to March.
However, Cambridge applies
additional late fees, and some subjects may no longer be available for private candidates depending on centre capacity.

More details are provided in Cambridge's “Fees and Penalties” section

3. Very Late Entry Deadline (Highest Fee Tier)

The Very Late Entry period remains open until shortly before the exams begin (typically early April).
Fees at this stage can be significantly higher. Availability of practical subjects may also be restricted.

Students and parents are strongly advised to confirm the exact deadlines directly with their local Cambridge-approved centre, as centres set their own internal cut-off dates based on Cambridge’s global schedule.

How to Confirm Your IGCSE June 2026 Registration Deadline

To avoid errors, candidates should always check:

✔ The official Cambridge entries guide
✔ The
school or approved centre’s internal deadlines
✔ Subject availability, especially for practical sciences and coursework subjects

You can verify your exam centre and local rules here

Why Meeting Registration Deadlines Matters

Registering early for the June 2026 IGCSE session gives students:

  • Guaranteed access to all required subjects
  • Lower entry fees
  • Enough time to prepare for practical exams and coursework submissions
  • Early confirmation of exam timetables and seat allocation

Late registration may limit subject choices and increase costs, so parents and students should treat these deadlines seriously.

Final Advice for June 2026 IGCSE Candidates

Since the Cambridge IGCSE June 2026 timetable has already been published, students should begin organising their exam entries now. Cross-check all dates with the official Cambridge International website and coordinate with your school to ensure you meet the correct deadline.

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