Confirmed dates for registration, both November 2026 assessment papers and outcomes.
Check the official SEAG calendarDetails are taken from official SEAG guidance (seagni.co.uk) and were last checked in July 2026.
New to the process? See our step-by-step guide on how to register for the SEAG test.
A non-refundable £20 fee is required when registering. Payment is made online via the SEAG website. Families receiving Free School Meals Entitlement (FSME) are exempt from the fee but must upload valid evidence from the Education Authority.
Children born between 2 July 2015 and 1 July 2016 who will be transferring from primary to Year 8 post-primary education in September 2027 are eligible for the November 2026 test.
A brief late registration window may open with a higher £50 fee (this happened in previous years). However, do not rely on this. Register before the deadline to guarantee your child's place.
Your child will be allocated to a test centre, which may not be the school they wish to attend. Details of the test centre and reporting time will be sent before the test date.
If your child has a diagnosed learning difficulty or disability, access arrangements may be available. These must be applied for during registration. Evidence such as an educational psychology report may be required.
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