Polish high school students will conclude the school year on April 24th and begin Matura (graduation) exams on May 4th, starting with Polish language.
2026 Matura Exam Schedule Overview
This year’s graduating class will finish the school year on April 24th, with Matura exams beginning on May 4th. The Polish language exam will traditionally be the first test. Detailed information regarding the full exam schedule and result release dates is provided below.
Oral Exam Dates
The oral portion of the Matura exam in 2026 will take place between May 7th and May 30th, excluding Sundays (May 10th, 17th, and 24th). Specific dates will be determined by each school.
Written Exam Dates
The written portion of the exam will be held on the following dates: specific dates are not provided in the source.
Exam Schedule – 2023 and 2015 Formulas
The exam schedule is consistent for both the 2023 and 2015 formulas.
Additional and Remedial Exam Dates
A supplementary Matura exam in June is available for graduates unable to take the main exam in May due to unforeseen circumstances, such as illness, accidents, or other emergencies. A documented request must be submitted to the district examination commission (OKE) to be eligible.
Remedial Exam Dates
The remedial exam will be held on August 24th (Monday) at 9:00 AM for the written portion, and August 25th for the oral portion.
Exam Duration
The duration of each exam varies depending on the subject and formula. For example, the Polish language exam at the basic level in the 2023 formula lasts 240 minutes, while in the 2015 formula, it is 170 minutes for the test and essay. Most students will take the exam in the 2023 formula.
Subject Duration (2023 Formula)
Specific durations for Polish, Mathematics, Modern Foreign Languages, Minority Languages, and Extended Level Subjects are not fully detailed in the source.
Adjustments for Students with Special Needs
Exam times may be extended for students who qualify for accommodations as outlined in the director of CKE’s communication.
Result Announcement Dates
According to the Central Examination Commission (CKE) schedule, the results of the 2026 Matura exams will be announced on the following dates: specific dates are not provided in the source.
Requirements for Passing the Exam
To pass the 2026 Matura exam, students must take all required exams in compulsory subjects, including Polish and a foreign language (oral), and Polish, mathematics, and a modern foreign language (written). A minimum score of 30% is required on each compulsory subject’s oral and written components. Students must also take an exam in a chosen extended-level subject, for which a 30% threshold does not apply; simply taking the exam is sufficient.
