The Department of Basic Education has released the full May to June 2026 National Senior Certificate exam timetable, with matric learners set to begin writing on Monday, 11 May. The schedule affects thousands of Grade 12 pupils across Gauteng, with exams running for over six weeks and concluding on Friday, 26 June. The timetable outlines morning and afternoon sessions across key subjects, marking a critical academic period that will shape final year outcomes and progression into tertiary education or employment.