SAT registrations open for March–June 2026 tests

February 12, 2026 /Posted byPrajwal EW / 0

The College Board has announced key SAT test dates and registration deadlines for examinations scheduled in March, May and June 2026 as part of the 2025–26 testing cycle. Registrations are currently open worldwide, including for students in India, and candidates applying for the 2026–27 academic year have been advised to plan early.

The organisation said awareness of test timelines can help students ensure timely registration, preparation and alignment with university application deadlines.

The SAT test dates and deadlines are:

14 March 2026 — Registration deadline: 27 February 2026; deadline for changes, regular cancellation and late registration: 3 March 2026.
2 May 2026 — Registration deadline: 17 April 2026; deadline for changes, regular cancellation and late registration: 21 April 2026.
6 June 2026 — Registration deadline: 22 May 2026; deadline for changes, regular cancellation and late registration: 26 May 2026.

SAT scores are accepted by more than 4,000 universities and institutions worldwide and form part of admissions processes to assess academic readiness across education systems.

Meenakshi Kachroo Chatta, Senior Director and Regional Head for South and Central Asia at the College Board, said staying informed about SAT dates and deadlines is an important part of planning for higher education. She said multiple test opportunities each year provide flexibility for students to choose timelines aligned with their preparation and university application plans, and added that the digital SAT and official preparation resources aim to support students taking the test.

The College Board provides free SAT preparation through Khan Academy, peer-to-peer tutoring in partnership with Schoolhouse.world, and full-length practice tests on the Bluebook app. It also offers a device lending programme for students without access to personal devices and fee support initiatives in India for eligible candidates.

Further details on SAT dates and registration are available on the College Board website.

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