HSC written exam timetable

Search for your course to find the exam date and time or use the filter to sort through courses. If there are changes to these dates, we will update the timetable and notify schools directly.

See your HSC exam timetable

Students can view their personalised timetables on Students Online.

Schools have access to their cohort timetables on Schools Online.

You can also download a PDF version of the timetable (PDF 199.01KB), or search for your course in the table below.

Check your personalised timetable 

The exam start time shown on your exam timetable is when reading time begins. You must arrive well before this time to allow for seating, checks, and instructions. No extra time will be given if you miss an exam because you misread your timetable.

Check your timetable carefully. 

If anything is missing or incorrect, contact your school immediately.

Your personalised timetable will also list other exams, including Languages oral exams, performance exams or submitted works. For more information about these exams refer to the practical exam advice and the Languages oral exam timetable.

If your VET HSC exam is not on your timetable, you are not entered. Contact your school as soon as possible to arrange your exam enrolment.

HSC exam period

HSC exams take place over 4 weeks:

• Week 1 (Tuesday 13 October to Friday 16 October)
• Week 2 (Monday 19 October to Friday 23 October)
• Week 3 (Monday 26 October to Friday 30 October)
• Week 4 (Monday 2 November to Thursday 5 November)

Prepare for your exam

Understand what exam equipment you can and cannot take into the exam room, including approved calculators and other exam advice and resources.

Make sure you have read and understand the 2026 Higher School Certificate Rules and Procedures guide.

If you think you’ll need support to read the HSC exam questions or respond to them under exam conditions, your school can apply for exam provisions.