NESA Releases Official PLE Second Sitting Timetable for 2025/2026
The National Examination and School Inspection Authority (NESA), in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, has officially published the examination schedule for the **Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE) Second Sitting** for the 2025/2026 academic year.
This second sitting provides candidates eligible for retakes or rescheduled primary exit assessments the opportunity to complete their core requirements before transitioning to lower secondary education. Examinations will take place across three consecutive days, running from **Wednesday, September 2, 2026, to Friday, September 4, 2026**.
**Official Examination Schedule**
All daily assessments are split into two sessions: a morning session starting at **9:00 AM** and an afternoon session starting at **1:30 PM**.
| Days | Dates | Morning Session (9:00 AM – 11:00 AM) | Afternoon Session (1:30 PM – 3:30 PM) |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| **Wednesday** | 02 Sep 2026 | Mathematics | Ikinyarwanda |
| **Thursday** | 03 Sep 2026 | English | Social Studies and Religious Education |
| **Friday** | 04 Sep 2026 | Science and Elementary Technology | — |
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**Important Guidelines for Candidates and School Leaders**
* **Punctuality:** Candidates are advised to arrive at their designated examination centers at least 30 minutes prior to the start of each session.
* **Materials:** Ensure all required stationery (pens, pencils, rulers, and geometric sets where applicable) is prepared ahead of time.
* **Compliance:** School administration and invigilators are required to enforce standard NESA examination protocols to maintain integrity throughout the testing window.
For further updates and official announcements, follow NESA across their official social media platforms **@Rwanda_edu**.
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