Panhellenic Exams 2026: Start Date Announced, Language and Literature First
Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
TLDR
- The 2026 Panhellenic Exams for high school students in Greece are scheduled to begin on Friday, May 29th, with the Language and Literature exam.
- Exams for General Lyceums will cover subjects like Ancient Greek, Mathematics, Biology, Latin, Chemistry, Informatics, History, Physics, and Economics.
- Vocational Lyceums (EPAL) will start their exams on Saturday, May 30th, with Modern Greek, followed by specialized subject exams from June 4th to 15th.
The academic year culminates for thousands of Greek high school students with the upcoming Panhellenic Exams in 2026. Set to commence on Friday, May 29th, the rigorous examination period will begin with the crucial Language and Literature test, marking the start of a challenging yet defining phase for young scholars across the nation.
The Ministry of Education has released a detailed schedule designed to guide students through the various subjects. Following the initial Language and Literature exam, candidates will face assessments in Ancient Greek, Mathematics, and Biology on Wednesday, June 3rd. The examination process continues on Friday, June 5th, with tests in Latin, Chemistry, and Informatics for both day and evening General Lyceum students.
The comprehensive examination schedule concludes on Monday, June 8th, with tests in History, Physics, and Economics. This standardized program ensures a uniform evaluation process for all students, regardless of their academic track or school type. For students in Vocational Lyceums (EPAL), the exams begin on Saturday, May 30th, with Modern Greek, and their specialized subject exams will run from June 4th to June 15th. The Ministry has also outlined specific arrival times and examination durations for each subject, emphasizing the importance of punctuality and preparedness for this critical national assessment.
Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.