Cyprus Government Exams 2026: Dates, Applications and What to Expect
Published: 2026-07-05 · Kyvernitikos Editorial Team
The Cyprus Government Exams cycle repeats every year in a stable pattern, so — even before the official announcement — you can plan your preparation with confidence. This page will be updated as soon as the Examinations Service publishes the official 2026 cycle details.
The annual cycle's pattern
Based on previous cycles, the flow is stable: electronic applications are submitted in late May to early June via the Ariadni portal, and the exams are held in the autumn — first the scales up to A7, then A8, and finally A9–A11.
| Stage | Indicative (2025 cycle) |
|---|---|
| Electronic applications (Ariadni) | 26 May – 5 June |
| Exam for scales up to A7 | Saturday 27 September |
| Exam for scale up to A8 | Saturday 25 October |
| Exam for scales A9–A11 | Saturday 13 December |
| Certificate validity | Following year's announcements (1 Jan – 31 Dec) |
What to do now, before the announcement
- Start practising the four abilities — preparation time is the only thing fully under your control.
- Set up your Ariadni access early, so you don't miss the application window for procedural reasons.
- Watch the Examinations Service website for the official announcement and the cycle's syllabus.
- Decide which scales you will register for — the exams are on different dates and you may participate in more than one.
Frequently asked questions
Have the 2026 exam dates been announced?
This page is updated as soon as the cycle's official announcement is published. Until then, the most reliable guide is the pattern of previous years: applications late May–early June, exams September–December.
How much does participation cost?
The participation fee is set in each cycle's official announcement (in the 2025 cycle it was €50 per exam). Check the current cycle's official announcement before paying.
Don't wait for the announcement
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