Standard Two School Based National Assessment Timetable 2026 Released
Standard Two School Based National Assessment Timetable 2026 Released – Download the Official Schedule (November 2026)
The National Examinations Council of Tanzania (NECTA) has officially released the Standard Two School Based National Assessment (SBNA) Timetable for November 2026. The assessment will take place from 17 November to 18 November 2026, with Reading Skills assessment continuing on 19 November 2026 for schools that have more than 300 registered candidates.
The assessment is designed to evaluate pupils’ basic competencies in Reading, Writing, Basic English Language Skills, and Arithmetic Skills.
Standard Two National Assessment Timetable 2026
| Date | Time | Assessment Code | Assessment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 November 2026 | 2:00 PM – 2:40 PM | R02 / R02E | Writing Skills / Basic English Language Skills | |
| 17 November 2026 | 2:40 PM – 3:40 PM | Break | Break | |
| 17 November 2026 | 3:40 PM – 4:30 PM | R03 / R03E | Arithmetic Skills | |
| 18 November 2026 | 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM | R01 | Reading Skills |
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Important Instructions for Head Teachers
NECTA has issued the following important guidelines to all head teachers:
- Ensure your school has the official 2026 Standard Two National Assessment Timetable issued by NECTA.
- Confirm that every registered Standard Two pupil participates in all assessment areas:
- Reading Skills
- Writing Skills
- Basic English Language Skills
- Arithmetic Skills
- Conduct every assessment according to the official dates and times provided in the timetable.
- Schools with more than 300 registered candidates that cannot complete the Reading Skills assessment on 18 November 2026 should continue the assessment on 19 November 2026.
- Supervise the assessment according to the Standard Two School Based National Assessment Guidelines available on the NECTA website.
Purpose of the Standard Two National Assessment
The School Based National Assessment aims to:
- Measure pupils’ literacy and numeracy skills.
- Assess learners’ reading, writing, and arithmetic competencies.
- Monitor the quality of teaching and learning in primary schools.
- Help improve learning outcomes through early assessment.
Where to Get the Official Timetable
Schools, teachers, parents, and education stakeholders can obtain the official Standard Two School Based National Assessment Timetable 2026 together with the assessment guidelines from the National Examinations Council of Tanzania (NECTA).
Final Remarks
All schools are advised to prepare pupils adequately and strictly follow the official assessment timetable. Parents should also encourage pupils to attend school on all assessment days and arrive on time.
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