GCE O/L Exam Time Table 2026 Released – Download Sinhala, Tamil & English PDF
Sri Lanka Department of Examinations – Official G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examination 2026 Time Table
Latest Update: The Department of Examinations, Sri Lanka has released the official G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examination 2026 Time Table. Candidates can download the official timetable in English, Sinhala and Tamil using the links below.
GCE O/L Exam 2026 – Important Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Examination | G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examination 2026 |
| Conducted By | Department of Examinations, Sri Lanka |
| Exam Starting Date | 08 December 2026 |
| Exam Ending Date | 17 December 2026 |
| Available Languages | English, Sinhala & Tamil |
GCE O/L 2026 Exam Dates
| Date | Day | Main Subject / Subject Group |
|---|---|---|
| 08 December 2026 | Tuesday | Religion Subjects |
| 09 December 2026 | Wednesday | Sinhala / Tamil Language & Literature |
| 10 December 2026 | Thursday | History |
| 11 December 2026 | Friday | English Language |
| 12 December 2026 | Saturday | Music, Dancing, Art, Literature & Drama Subjects |
| 14 December 2026 | Monday | Mathematics |
| 15 December 2026 | Tuesday | ICT & Technology / Basket Subjects |
| 16 December 2026 | Wednesday | Science |
| 17 December 2026 | Thursday | Business, Geography, Civic Education, Languages & Other Subjects |
Important: Students should carefully check the official PDF for their exact subject, paper number, morning/afternoon session and examination time.
Download GCE O/L Time Table 2026 PDF
Download the official 2026 O/L Examination Time Table in your preferred language below.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Check your examination date and exact paper time carefully.
- Candidates should follow all instructions issued by the Department of Examinations.
- Calculators and correcting fluid are not permitted for this examination.
- Electronic devices, including mobile phones, must not be brought into the examination hall.
- Keep your official admission card and required examination documents ready.
Official Source:
Department of Examinations, Sri Lanka – doenets.lk
Department of Examinations, Sri Lanka – doenets.lk
GCE O/L Time Table 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions
When will the GCE O/L Examination 2026 start?
The examination is scheduled to begin on 08 December 2026.
When will the O/L Examination 2026 end?
According to the official timetable, the examination concludes on 17 December 2026.
Where can I download the O/L 2026 timetable?
The official timetable is available from the Department of Examinations in English, Sinhala and Tamil. Direct download buttons are provided above.
When is the Mathematics examination?
Mathematics is scheduled for 14 December 2026, with Paper I in the morning and Paper II in the afternoon.
When is the Science examination?
Science is scheduled for 16 December 2026.
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