Japan Common Test (DNC)
January session18–19
National Center for University Entrance Examinations — unified January session across Japanese, mathematics, English, sciences, and electives.
Principal examination sessions for HKDSE, CSAT, DNC Common Test, TCAS, UK boards, Cambridge, and IB — with quick links to insights and tips.
Academic year 2026
18–19
National Center for University Entrance Examinations — unified January session across Japanese, mathematics, English, sciences, and electives.
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CUPT/NIETS university admission exams — TGAT general aptitude, TPAT aptitude tests, and A-Level subject papers for TCAS rounds.
9
HKEAA Diploma of Secondary Education — core and elective papers across April and May. Results release typically in July.
AQA, OCR, and Pearson Edexcel GCSE and A Level summer examinations — the primary UK national series.
Cambridge International IGCSE and AS & A Level principal examination series with examiner reports published after results.
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International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme written examinations — HL and SL papers with grade boundaries released per subject.
International autumn examination series for Cambridge and Pearson Edexcel IGCSE and International A Level.
Southern hemisphere and retake IB Diploma examination session — same 7-point grading scale as May.
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KICE College Scholastic Ability Test — national university entrance exam with standard scores and absolute grading by subject.
Dates are indicative for planning. Always confirm session timetables with the official exam authority before booking revision.