2025-2026 ACT Exam Timetable
The ACT is a widely recognized college admissions test offered multiple times per year. Below is the official 2025-2026 ACT exam schedule including registration deadlines and late registration dates to help students plan their testing dates efficiently.
2025-2026 ACT Test Dates & Deadlines
| Test Date | Regular Registration Deadline | Late Registration Deadline (Late Fee Applies) | Photo Upload & Standby Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 6, 2025 | August 1, 2025 | August 19, 2025 | August 29, 2025 |
| October 18, 2025 | September 12, 2025 | September 30, 2025 | October 10, 2025 |
| December 13, 2025 | November 7, 2025 | November 24, 2025 | December 5, 2025 |
| February 14, 2026 | January 9, 2026 | January 23, 2026 | February 6, 2026 |
| April 11, 2026 | March 6, 2026 | March 24, 2026 | April 3, 2026 |
| June 13, 2026 | May 8, 2026 | May 29, 2026 | June 5, 2026 |
| July 11, 2026* | June 5, 2026 | June 24, 2026 | July 3, 2026 |
*No test centers are scheduled in New York for the July test date.
Important Notes
- Regular registration deadlines end at midnight Central Time (CT).
- Late registration is subject to an additional fee and allows registration until the late deadline.
- If you miss both deadlines, standby testing may be available for an additional fee.
- All photo uploads and standby requests must be completed by the photo upload deadline.
- Students needing accommodations must apply through the Test Accessibility and Accommodations (TAA) system before the late registration deadline.