2026 NYC Regents Exam Timetable
The New York City Regents Exams are critical standardized tests required for high school graduation. Below is the official 2026 Regents exam schedule for NYC students with exam dates, subjects, and session times.
January 2026 Regents Exam Schedule
| Date | Time | Exam Subject |
|---|---|---|
| January 20 (Tue) | 9:15 AM | English Language Arts (ELA) |
| January 20 (Tue) | 1:15 PM | Living Environment & Physical Setting/Chemistry (Restricted) |
| January 21 (Wed) | 9:15 AM | Geometry & U.S. History & Government |
| January 21 (Wed) | 1:15 PM | Algebra I & Physical Setting/Physics (Restricted) |
| January 22 (Thu) | 9:15 AM | Global History & Geography II |
| January 22 (Thu) | 1:15 PM | Algebra II |
| January 23 (Fri) | 9:15 AM | Physical Setting/Earth Science & Earth and Space Science |
June 2026 Regents Exam Schedule
Exams start at 9:15 AM (morning session) and 1:15 PM (afternoon session) unless noted by the school.
| Date | Morning Session | Afternoon Session |
|---|---|---|
| June 9 (Tue) | English Language Arts | Chemistry |
| June 10 (Wed) | Algebra II | Physics |
| June 17 (Wed) | Algebra I | Global History & Geography II |
| June 18 (Thu) | Living Environment (Biology) | Earth and Space Sciences / Physical Setting/Earth Science |
| June 23 (Tue) | U.S. History & Government | Geometry |
| June 24 (Wed) | Chemistry | |
| June 25 (Thu) | Physics |
August 2026 Regents Exam Schedule
August Regents Exams provide additional opportunities for retakes and score improvements.
| Date | Session | Exams |
|---|---|---|
| August 18 (Tue) | 8:30 AM | Algebra I, English Language Arts |
| August 18 (Tue) | 12:30 PM | Global History & Geography II, Algebra II |
| August 19 (Wed) | 8:30 AM | U.S. History & Government, Physical Setting/Earth Science, Chemistry, Earth and Space Sciences |
| August 19 (Wed) | 12:30 PM | Geometry, Living Environment (Biology) |
Important Notes for NYC Regents Students
- Students must verify exact exam reporting times with their schools.
- Electronic devices, including cell phones and smartwatches, are prohibited during exams.
- Exams include multiple-choice and open-ended questions.
- Make sure to bring valid photo ID and required materials such as calculators where allowed.
- Check with your school for any local adjustments or additional exam offerings.