Regents Schedule 2026: NY Dates, Times & Subjects
Use the updated 2026 New York Regents exam calendar for January, June, and August, then jump directly to subject dates, score calculators, diploma requirements, and study guides.
Quick answer: the 2026 New York Regents schedule includes January exams from January 20-23, June exam days on June 9, 10, 17, 18, and 23-25, and August exams on August 18-19. January and June exams generally use 9:15 AM and 1:15 PM start times; August exams use 8:30 AM and 12:30 PM start times.
Regents Schedule 2026 at a Glance
June Regents exams: June 9, 10, 17, 18, 23, 24, and 25, 2026. NYSED lists June 22 and June 26 as rating days. Most June exams start at 9:15 AM or 1:15 PM.
August Regents exams: August 18-19, 2026, with morning exams at 8:30 AM and afternoon exams at 12:30 PM. Uniform admission deadlines are 9:15 AM for morning exams and 1:15 PM for afternoon exams.
January Regents exams: January 20-23, 2026. That administration has passed, but the dates are included for students checking the full 2026 exam calendar.
Use this page for planning: confirm your exact report time, room, ID rules, calculator rules, and local instructions with your school before exam day.
What Are Regents Exams?
The New York State Regents Examinations are standardized tests administered by the New York State Education Department (NYSED). They measure achievement in core high school subjects and are part of New York graduation planning.
Most students take Regents exams as they complete the related course, often in grades 8 through 11. June is the main testing window, while January and August are commonly used for midyear testing, graduation planning, and retakes. Exact exam availability can vary by administration, school scheduling, and local logistics, so use the official schedule and your school notice together.
Key Features:
- Who Takes Them: New York high school students, plus eligible homeschooled students and other approved test takers through local districts
- Subjects Covered: Mathematics (Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry), Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Earth Science), English Language Arts, and Social Studies (US History, Global History)
- Scoring: Raw scores are converted to scaled scores (0-100) using NYSED conversion charts. Students pass based on the scaled score, and 65+ is passing.
- Performance Levels: Level 1 (Below Basic), Level 2 (Basic), Level 3 (Proficient), Level 4 (Advanced), Level 5 (Distinguished)
- Testing Windows: January, June, and August each year, with June serving as the main statewide administration
- Retakes: Students can retake any exam unlimited times. Only the highest score counts.
Regents Schedule 2026: January, June, August Exam Dates
Official NY Regents exam dates for the January, June, and August 2026 administrations, organized by exam window, day, time, and subject. Verify your report time, room, and local instructions with your school.
January 2026
January 20-23June 2026
June 9-26August 2026
August 18-19Plan by Subject: Dates, Guides, and Score Calculators
After you find your exam date, use the related NUM8ERS guide or calculator for the subject you are taking. These internal links keep schedule, prep, and score-conversion tasks connected.
- Algebra I
- Algebra II
- Geometry
- English Language Arts
- Life Science: Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Earth Science
- Social Studies
Most Searched Regents Exams
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Regents Score Calculators
Use Regents score calculators to estimate scaled scores, compare subject requirements, and jump into the calculator that matches your exam.
Diploma Requirements
Use this as a general planning checklist, then confirm your exact graduation pathway, appeal options, and safety-net rules with your school counselor.
- ✓ 1 Math (Algebra 1, Geometry, or Algebra 2)
- ✓ 1 Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Earth Science)
- ✓ English Language Arts (ELA)
- ✓ US History & Government
- ✓ Global History & Geography II
- ✓ ALL 3 Math Exams (Algebra 1 + Geometry + Algebra 2)
- ✓ 3 Science Exams (Biology + Chemistry + Physics or Earth Science)
- ✓ English Language Arts (ELA)
- ✓ US History & Government
- ✓ Global History & Geography II
- ✓ + World Language (LOTE) Proficiency
Regents Study Guides
Use these subject-specific Regents guides to review exam format, 2026 dates, scoring notes, common topics, and prep strategy before your next exam window.
More New York Student Resources
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 2026 NY Regents schedule includes January exams from January 20-23, June exam days on June 9, 10, 17, 18, and 23-25, and August exams on August 18-19. June is the main administration window; January and August are often used for midyear testing and retakes.
June 2026 Regents exams are scheduled for June 9, June 10, June 17, June 18, June 23, June 24, and June 25. NYSED lists June 22 and June 26 as rating days. Most June exams begin at 9:15 AM or 1:15 PM.
August 2026 Regents exams are scheduled for Tuesday, August 18 and Wednesday, August 19. Morning exams begin at 8:30 AM and afternoon exams begin at 12:30 PM, with uniform admission deadlines at 9:15 AM and 1:15 PM.
January 2026 Regents exams were held Tuesday, January 20 through Friday, January 23. Morning exams started at 9:15 AM and afternoon exams started at 1:15 PM, with uniform admission deadlines at 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM.
Most January and June Regents exams start at 9:15 AM or 1:15 PM. August Regents exams start at 8:30 AM or 12:30 PM. Students should still follow the earlier report time, room assignment, and ID instructions from their own school.
Regents Exams are statewide high school exams administered by the New York State Education Department. They cover core subjects such as ELA, math, science, U.S. History, and Global History and are used for Regents and Advanced Regents diploma requirements.
A scaled score of 65 is the standard passing score for most Regents exams. A score of 85 or higher is commonly used as a mastery benchmark. Some students may qualify for appeal, safety-net, or pathway options, so confirm your case with your school.
The standard Regents Diploma path generally requires five assessments: ELA, one math, one science, Global History and Geography II, and U.S. History and Government. Advanced Regents Diploma paths usually require additional math, science, and world language requirements.
Students can usually retake a Regents exam in a later administration, such as January, June, or August, depending on the subject offered. Your school can confirm retake registration, graduation timing, and whether appeal or pathway options apply.
Calculators are commonly used on math and many science Regents exams, but the allowed model and timing depend on the exam directions. ELA and Social Studies exams do not use calculators. Follow the directions from NYSED and your school.
Most Regents exams are scheduled for up to three hours. Students with approved IEP or 504 accommodations may receive extended time or other testing supports. Your school should confirm the exact reporting and dismissal procedures.
Raw score is the number of points earned on the exam. Scaled score is the 0-100 score produced from NYSED's conversion chart for that specific exam administration. The scaled score is what determines passing status.
Homeschooled students in New York may be able to take Regents exams through their local school district. Families should contact the district early because registration, location, identification, and reporting procedures can vary.
Performance levels summarize how a scaled score is interpreted for a specific Regents exam. Because labels and cut points can vary by exam and administration, use the official scoring chart for the subject you took.
Use NYSED's Regents Examination Schedules page for official schedule PDFs and updates. NUM8ERS summarizes the dates for easier planning, but school report times, testing rooms, and local instructions should always come from your school.