ACCA Exam Dates & Deadlines for 2026

ACCA runs four exam sittings in 2026: March, June, September and December. For each one, two dates matter most: the standard entry deadline, when you lock in the lowest exam fee, and results day. The entry deadlines, exam timetables and results dates for every 2026 sitting are below.

2026 ACCA exam dates at a glance

ACCA June 2026 Dates

The June 2026 exams run from 1 to 5 June 2026. The exam entry deadlines for this sitting are:

• Exam entry opens: 3 February 2026
• Standard entry deadline: 16 April 2026
• No late entry is available for the June sitting

June 2026 exam timetable

Results for the June 2026 sitting are released on 13 July 2026.

ACCA September 2026 Dates

The September 2026 exams run from 7 to 11 September 2026. The exam entry deadlines for this sitting are:

• Exam entry opens: 5 May 2026
• Standard entry deadline: 27 July 2026
• Late entry deadline: 3 August 2026

September 2026 exam timetable

The September sitting offers the Applied Skills and Strategic Professional exams only. The full range of exam variants returns for the December sitting.

Results for the September 2026 sitting are released on 19 October 2026.

ACCA December 2026 Dates

December is ACCA’s fourth and final sitting of 2026. ACCA has not yet published the December 2026 entry deadlines or exam timetable. We update this page as soon as ACCA confirms them, so bookmark it and check back closer to the time.

Bookmark these ACCA exam dates to ensure you’re always prepared for your ACCA exams! Please keep an eye on the ACCA Exam information page for updates & changes regarding exam centres that may apply to you.

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Conclusion

ACCA runs four sittings a year: March, June, September and December. The dates above cover the June and September 2026 sittings. ACCA publishes the December entry deadlines closer to the time, so check back before you book. Two dates decide everything: the standard entry deadline, when you enter for the lowest exam fee, and results day. Put both in your calendar the moment you commit to a sitting, and build your revision around a structured ACCA course so you are ready when they arrive.

Frequently Asked Questions

When are the ACCA exams in 2026?

ACCA runs four sittings in 2026: March, June, September and December. The June exams are 1–5 June, September is 7–11 September, and December’s dates are confirmed by ACCA closer to the time. The March 2026 sitting has already taken place.

What is the ACCA exam entry deadline?

Every sitting has a standard entry deadline. Enter by then and you pay the lowest exam fee. For 2026 the standard deadlines are 16 April for June (no late entry) and 27 July for September (late entry open until 3 August).

What happens if you miss the ACCA entry deadline?

If a sitting offers late entry, you can still enter after the standard deadline by paying a higher late fee, up to the late deadline. The June 2026 sitting has no late entry, so missing 16 April means waiting for September. Aim for the standard deadline every time.

Can I defer my ACCA exam?

You can amend or cancel an exam entry up to the deadline for that sitting, which is 16 April for June 2026 and 27 July for September 2026. After that, your entry stands, so check the dates above before you book.

How far in advance should I start studying for ACCA?

Most students need three to six months of focused study per paper. Learnsignal’s ACCA courses let you start whenever suits you, with study plans built around your exam date.

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