Exam timetable and learner apps

2026 exam timetable

The 2026 exams start on Wednesday 22 April and finish on Tuesday 2 June. 

Results day will be Tuesday 4 August 2026.

We’ve updated the timetable published in December, with National 5 and Higher Urdu moving to Monday 1 June 2026. Please ensure you use the most recent version of the 2026 exam timetable.

The dates and times of all other exams are unchanged. If you have any queries about the exam timetable, please speak to your school, college or training provider in the first instance.

2026 Exam timetable (401 KB)

Timetable apps

Our MyExams app has been updated with the timetable changes made on Thursday 19 February.
 

Important for learners whose exams have changed

  • MyStudyPlan users: If you imported exams before the update, remove them in the Subjects window (tap the edit icon in the top right, then the red icon next to each exam). After that, re-import from MyExams to get the new dates.
  • Calendar users: If you exported exams to your calendar before the MyExams update, delete those entries and repeat the export again to ensure your dates are correct.
  • If you are still seeing old exam dates on the MyExams app, check the app troubleshooting section below.

MyExams app

Create a personal timetable, view your exam schedule, add notes, and add to other calendars.

MyStudyPlan app

Organise your revision by creating your own study plan.

Personal timetable builder

Don't fancy an app? You can also create your own timetable using our online version.

Build your own online timetable

Timetable Q&A

I have exams on at the same time. How am I meant to sit them both?

While we do our best to avoid this happening, it is difficult to completely avoid due to the wide range of subject options available to learners. If you have exams happening at the same time, please speak to your school, college or training provider who will advise on the arrangements they can put in place for you.

My exams are so close together, why can they not be more spread out?

Designing a timetable that schedules a large number of exams across Scotland in a short period of time is a real challenge. Our aim is to create a timetable that offers the best solution for most learners and schools, colleges and training providers across Scotland, ensuring the fairest possible spread of exam dates for everyone.

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If something doesn’t look right in your MyExams or MyStudyPlan apps, try the following steps to see if this resolves your issue. Always close the app before attempting these steps.

Update to the latest version of the app

First check that you are using the latest version of our app, you can find information on the latest version on the Google Play Store by tapping on 'About this app' for Android devices or App Store under 'What's New' for iOS devices. If your app is out of date you'll see an option to update the app.

Restart your device

Power your device off and back on or select the Restart option to restart your device. Once your device is back on, open the app to check if this has solved the issue.

Clear all app data

Clearing all app data may help to resolve your issue.

Android:

  • Navigate to ‘Settings’ and select ‘Apps’
  • Search for MyStudyPlan or MyExams in the list of installed apps.
  • Tap on the name of the app, then tap ‘Storage’
  • Select both the ‘Clear data’ and ‘Clear cache’ options usually found near the bottom of your screen
  • Once this is finished close the window and re-open the app.

IOS (Apple):  

  • Tap on the ‘Settings' app and select ‘General’ then ‘iPhone Storage’
  • Scroll to find the MyStudyPlan or MyExams app in the list
  • Tap on the name of the app
  • Tap ‘Offload App’ to clear app data and cache
  • Once this is finished reopen the app.

Re-install the app

As a last resort, re-installing the app will usually fix any issues you are experiencing.

Android:

  •     Navigate to ‘Settings’ and select ‘Apps’
  •     Search for MyStudyPlan or MyExams in the list of installed apps.
  •     Tap on the name of the app, then tap the ‘Uninstall’ option to uninstall the app.
  •     Once the app is uninstalled go to the Play Store to download a fresh copy of the app. You can also find a link on this page.

IOS (Apple):

  •     Tap on the ‘Settings' app and select ‘General’ then ‘iPhone Storage’
  •     Scroll to find the MyStudyPlan or MyExams app in the list
  •     Tap on the name of the app
  •     Select ‘Delete App’
  •     Once complete head to the App Store to download a fresh copy of the app. You can also find a link on this page

If you’re still having trouble after trying the above steps, please use the ‘Report an issue’ option in our apps to get in touch.