Exam dates
NPPE exam dates
Every confirmed sitting window, registration deadline, and booking window, from the current NPPE Candidate Guide.
Next sitting: Nov 2-4, 2026. Registration deadline: Sep 18, 2026, already passed for this sitting; booking may still be open, see the window below.
| Exam dates | Registration deadline | Booking window |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2-4, 2026Next sitting | Sep 18, 2026 | Oct 2-18, 2026 |
| Jan 11-13, 2027 | Nov 27, 2026 | Registration window to be announced |
| Mar 22-24, 2027 | Feb 12, 2027 | Registration window to be announced |
| Jun 7-9, 2027 | Apr 23, 2027 | Registration window to be announced |
| Aug 23-25, 2027 | Jul 2, 2027 | Registration window to be announced |
| Nov 1-3, 2027 | Sep 24, 2027 | Registration window to be announced |
Past sittings (4)
| Exam dates | Registration deadline | Booking window |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 19-21, 2026Past | Dec 5, 2025 | Dec 19, 2025 to Jan 4, 2026 |
| Mar 30-Apr 1, 2026Past | Feb 13, 2026 | Feb 27 to Mar 15, 2026 |
| Jun 8-10, 2026Past | Apr 24, 2026 | May 8-24, 2026 |
| Aug 17-19, 2026Past | Jul 3, 2026 | Jul 17 to Aug 2, 2026 |
How sittings actually work
Each sitting is a 3-day window, not a single fixed exam time. After you register by the deadline, a separate booking window opens where you choose your exact day and start time within that window. Missing the registration deadline means waiting for the next sitting, so build in buffer time before you plan to write.
Once you've registered, read the exam day guide for proctoring setup, and check the results timeline so you know roughly when to expect your outcome.
Frequently asked questions
- The NPPE runs five times a year, each a 3-day window you pick a slot within. See the table above for every confirmed sitting, including the next one.
- Each sitting has its own registration deadline, roughly 6 weeks before the exam window, and a separate booking window (when you pick your exact day/time) that opens after registration closes. Deadlines are listed in the table above.
- No. The sitting windows and registration deadlines are set nationally for the NPPE program. Your specific regulator (PEO, APEGA, etc.) may have its own additional application deadlines around the exam, so check with them directly.