Countdown to

GDE NSC 2026

Gauteng Department of Education · National Senior Certificate

THE COUNTDOWN BEGINS

SUCCESS IS INTENTIONAL!

To the Class of 2026: The countdown is on. Every day brings you closer to the finish line. Stay focused, believe in your ability, and give your best effort. Your hard work today is building the future you will step into tomorrow. FINISH STRONG. MAKE 2026 YOUR YEAR.

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Dates and start times from the NSC timetable. Always confirm with the official PDF linked above.

Weekly exam timetable

Morning papers start at 09:00 and afternoon papers at 14:00. Be seated early, and confirm with the official PDF linked above. Also on the official timetable: Pledge Signing Fri 9 Oct at 09:00, Performing Arts practicals 3 Aug–9 Oct, Visual Arts and Design practicals 14 Sep–13 Oct.