If your child is taking IGCSE or an equivalent international secondary qualification in Malaysia, knowing the exam dates early can make a big difference to revision planning.
The exact exam date depends on your exam board, subject and paper/component code. The main international examination boards covered in this guide are:
- Cambridge IGCSE
- Pearson Edexcel International GCSE
- OxfordAQA International GCSE
Important: Always check your school’s or examination centre’s final timetable as well as the official examination board timetable. Exam dates can differ by subject, paper and examination session.
IGCSE Exam Sessions in Malaysia
International examinations are generally offered in different examination sessions depending on the examination board and qualification.
For students preparing for the October/November 2026 examination series, the official timetables are available for Cambridge, Pearson Edexcel and OxfordAQA.
| Examination Board | Qualification | 2026 October/November Series |
|---|---|---|
| Cambridge International | Cambridge IGCSE | September–November, depending on subject/component |
| Pearson Edexcel | International GCSE | October–November |
| OxfordAQA | International GCSE | October–November |
The exact date for each subject should always be checked against the relevant official timetable.
Cambridge IGCSE Exam Dates Malaysia 2026
Cambridge International examinations use syllabus and component codes to identify each paper.
For the November 2026 series, the official Cambridge timetable for Administrative Zone 5 is the final timetable. The timetable includes Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge O Level, Cambridge International AS Level and Cambridge International A Level examinations.
The Cambridge November 2026 timetable contains exams scheduled from 28 September to 12 November 2026, although individual subjects may have speaking, practical or other assessment windows outside these dates.
Examples of Cambridge IGCSE November 2026 dates
| Subject | Syllabus | November 2026 exam dates |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 0580 | 8 October & 14 October |
| Additional Mathematics | 0606 | 29 September & 5 October |
| Physics | 0625 | 7 October & 20 October |
| Chemistry | 0620 | 12 October & 15 October |
| Biology | 0610 | 13 October & 15 October |
| Computer Science | 0478 | 13 October & 19 October |
| Business Studies | 0450 | 6 October & 16 October |
| Economics | 0455 | 20 October & 30 October |
| Geography | 0460 | 13 October & 21 October |
| History | 0470 | 9 October, 19 October & 23 October |
These dates refer to specific papers/components, so students should check their full syllabus and component code before planning their revision schedule.
Official Cambridge timetable
For the complete subject-by-subject schedule, refer to the official:
Cambridge International November 2026 Final Timetable – Zone 5
The timetable is marked as the final version and Cambridge notes that any updates will be published on its official timetables page.
Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Exam Dates Malaysia 2026
Pearson Edexcel has its own timetable and examination codes, which are different from Cambridge’s.
The November 2026 Pearson Edexcel International GCSE timetable is marked FINAL. Students should check the exact examination code and paper before planning their revision schedule.
Examples of Edexcel International GCSE November 2026 dates
| Subject | Examination code | Example exam date |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics B | 4MB1 | 29 October 2026 |
| Accounting | 4AC1 | 28 October 2026 |
| Economics | 4EC1 | Check official timetable |
| English Language A | 4EA1 | Check official timetable |
| Biology | 4BI1 | Check official timetable |
| Chemistry | 4CH1 | Check official timetable |
| Physics | 4PH1 | Check official timetable |
For Edexcel, the exact paper date depends on the examination code and whether the subject follows a linear or modular structure. The official timetable should therefore be used as the final reference.
Official Edexcel timetable
Pearson Edexcel International GCSE November 2026 Final Timetable
OxfordAQA International GCSE Exam Dates Malaysia 2026
OxfordAQA has a separate international examination timetable.
The current November 2026 timetable is provisional, so students should check for later updates before relying on the dates for final exam planning.
Examples of OxfordAQA November 2026 exam dates
| Subject | Unit code | Exam date |
|---|---|---|
| Biology | 9201 | 19 & 26 October 2026 |
| Economics | 9214 | 20 & 27 October 2026 |
| Business | 9225 | 23 & 28 October 2026 |
| Accounting | 9215 | 22 & 29 October 2026 |
| Psychology | 9218 | 28 October & 5 November 2026 |
| Chemistry | 9202 | 2 November 2026 |
| Mathematics | 9260 | 3 November 2026 |
| Physics | 9203 | 5 November 2026 |
| English Language | 9270 | 29 October & 4 November 2026 |
OxfordAQA’s timetable also includes speaking-test windows for selected language subjects.
Official OxfordAQA timetable
OxfordAQA November 2026 International Exam Timetable
Important: OxfordAQA currently lists the timetable as provisional, so check the official source again closer to the examination period.
How to Find Your Exact IGCSE Exam Date
Your exact examination date depends on three things:
1. Identify your examination board
Check whether your child is taking:
- Cambridge IGCSE
- Pearson Edexcel International GCSE
- OxfordAQA International GCSE
2. Find the subject or syllabus code
For example:
- Cambridge Mathematics — 0580
- Cambridge Chemistry — 0620
- Cambridge Physics — 0625
- Cambridge Biology — 0610
- Edexcel Mathematics B — 4MB1
- OxfordAQA Mathematics — 9260
3. Check the correct paper/component
Some subjects have multiple papers, practical examinations or speaking assessments.
For example, a student taking Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics 0580 will have more than one examination component, so there is not necessarily one single “Maths exam date”.
Always check the complete timetable for your specific syllabus and component code.
Why You Should Check Your IGCSE Exam Dates Early
Knowing your exam dates early allows you to plan:
- Revision schedules
- Mock examinations
- Past-paper practice
- Weak-topic revision
- Tuition lessons
- Subject prioritisation
- Final exam preparation
This is especially important for students taking several IGCSE subjects, as multiple papers may be scheduled close together.
When Should You Start Preparing for IGCSE Exams?
Don’t wait until the final few weeks before starting serious preparation.
A practical revision timeline is:
6–12 Months Before Exams
Focus on understanding the syllabus and identifying weak topics.
3–6 Months Before Exams
Increase past-paper practice and start working on examination technique.
1–3 Months Before Exams
Focus on timed papers, weak areas and correcting recurring mistakes.
Final Weeks
Prioritise high-impact topics, past papers, exam technique and areas where your child is still losing marks.
If your child is struggling with a particular subject, starting targeted support earlier gives the tutor more time to identify and address learning gaps.
IGCSE Exam Preparation: What If My Child Is Struggling?
Knowing the exam date is only the first step.
If your child is:
- consistently struggling with a subject
- unsure how to revise effectively
- losing marks despite understanding the basic concepts
- struggling with past papers
- unsure how to approach exam questions
- preparing for multiple IGCSE subjects at the same time
one-to-one tuition can provide more targeted support based on the student’s exam board, syllabus, current level and examination timeline.
Frequently Asked Questions About IGCSE Exam Dates
When are IGCSE exams held in Malaysia?
The examination dates depend on the examination board and examination series. Cambridge, Pearson Edexcel and OxfordAQA have their own examination timetables, so students should check the timetable for their specific board, subject and paper.
When are Cambridge IGCSE exams in Malaysia in 2026?
For the November 2026 series, Cambridge’s Zone 5 timetable includes examination dates from late September through November, depending on the subject and component. The final timetable should be used to confirm each student’s exact dates.
When are Edexcel IGCSE exams in Malaysia in 2026?
Pearson Edexcel’s November 2026 International GCSE examinations begin in late October and continue through November, depending on the subject and paper. The official timetable is the final reference for exact dates.
When are OxfordAQA IGCSE exams in 2026?
OxfordAQA’s November 2026 International GCSE examinations are scheduled from October into November, depending on the subject. The current timetable is provisional, so students should check for updates.
How do I find my exact IGCSE exam date?
Find your examination board, subject/syllabus code and paper/component code, then check the relevant official examination timetable. Your school or examination centre should also provide the final timetable for your entry.
What is Cambridge Zone 5?
Cambridge uses administrative zones to organise examination arrangements. The November 2026 timetable provided for Zone 5 contains the Cambridge IGCSE, O Level and AS/A Level examinations for that administrative zone.
Do Cambridge IGCSE exams have multiple papers?
Yes. Many Cambridge IGCSE subjects have multiple examination components. Students should check the syllabus and component codes rather than relying on one general subject date.
Are Edexcel and Cambridge IGCSE exam dates the same?
No. Cambridge and Pearson Edexcel publish separate examination timetables, and the dates can differ even for similar subjects. Always use the timetable for your specific examination board.
Is OxfordAQA the same as Cambridge IGCSE?
No. OxfordAQA and Cambridge are separate examination boards with different syllabuses, examination structures and timetables.
Can I use this page as my official exam timetable?
This page is intended as a guide and summary. For the exact examination date, paper, component and session, always refer to the latest official timetable from your examination board and confirm with your school or examination centre.
When should I start IGCSE exam preparation?
Ideally, students should begin structured preparation several months before their examinations. The earlier you identify weak areas, the more time you have to improve understanding and exam technique.
Can one-to-one tuition help with IGCSE exam preparation?
Yes. One-to-one tuition allows lessons to be tailored to the student’s examination board, subject, syllabus, weak areas and examination timeline. This can be particularly useful when students need targeted support before their exams.