All important dates for the 2026 PBC iSAT competition cycle — from registration open through the awards ceremony.
The PBC iSAT 2026 cycle runs August through November. All zones sit the test on the same day. Registration windows are firm — late registration is not permitted.
| Event | Date | Details | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| School Registration Opens | Aug 1, 2026 | Portal opens for school and individual applications | ● Open |
| Registration Deadline | Sep 30, 2026 | All registrations must be submitted and payment confirmed | ◉ Upcoming |
| Admission Slip Deadline | Oct 7, 2026 | Students download or receive printed admission slips | ◉ Upcoming |
| Written Assessment | Oct 15, 2026 | 3-hour exam at designated zonal test centres | ◉ Upcoming |
| Score Release | Nov 1, 2026 | Individual and school scores available on portal | ◉ Upcoming |
| Awards Ceremony | Nov 22, 2026 | Official prize-giving, school rankings, presentations | ◉ Upcoming |
Registration for the 2026 iSAT is now open. Schools can register multiple students through a single school portal account. Individual students may register directly.
The iSAT is administered simultaneously across all zones on a single national test day. All students must arrive at least 30 minutes before the published start time.
Scores are released on November 1, 2026, approximately 2.5 weeks after test day. Students and schools access results through the PBC iSAT portal.
The PBC iSAT Awards Ceremony brings together top performers, school representatives, educators, and PBC team members for a day of recognition and celebration.
Spots per zone are limited. Register before September 30, 2026.
Understanding the full PBC iSAT competition calendar is essential for schools and students who want to participate without missing critical registration windows, preparation milestones, or results-related deadlines. The iSAT competition year follows a structured timeline that runs from the opening of school registration in August through to the awards ceremony in November — a process spanning approximately four months from start to finish for participating schools and students.
The school registration window, which opens on August 1 and closes on September 30, is the most time-sensitive deadline for institutional participants. Schools that miss this window are not eligible to participate in the current competition year and must wait for the following edition. We strongly encourage school administrators to complete registration well before the September 30 deadline, as portal traffic increases significantly in the final two weeks and early registration ensures your school's spot is confirmed in your preferred examination zone.
Following the close of registration, participating schools receive their examination zone assignments and detailed instructions for assessment day on October 15, 2026. Schools should use the period between registration confirmation and the assessment to organise student preparation — forming study groups, working through practice materials, and ensuring students are familiar with the examination format, timing, and rules.
The awards ceremony on November 22 is the culmination of the competition year and is attended by top-performing students, school representatives, PBC Cambridge Consult leadership, and invited guests from the education and corporate sectors. Prize winners are expected to attend in person to receive their awards. For schools with questions about any aspect of the competition timeline, the iSAT team is available through the contact page on this site and responds to all enquiries within two business days.