SAT Registration Started at collegeboard.org; Check Important Dates, Fees and Steps to Apply
SAT registrations for the academic year 2026-27 has now started.Eligible candidates can check important dates, fee details and steps to apply in this article.
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The College Board has opened registrations for the SAT 2026-27 exam cycle. The tests will be held from August 2026 to June 2027 and students planning for undergraduate programmes abroad can now register through the official website. The first SAT exam of the cycle is scheduled for 22 August 2026. Students must complete their registrations by 7 August while the last date registration and application correction is 11 August 2026. Scroll the articles to know important registration dates, steps to apply and registration fees.
Important Dates for SAT Registration 2026
Knowing your deadlines is half the battle. The table below covers all key SAT test dates for 2026, along with registration cutoffs and late registration windows.
| SAT Test Date | Regular Registration Deadline | Late Registration Deadline | Score Release (Est.) |
| March 14, 2026 | February 27, 2026 | March 3, 2026 | March 28 – April 11, 2026 |
| May 2, 2026 | April 17, 2026 | April 21, 2026 | May 16 – May 30, 2026 |
| June 6, 2026 | May 22, 2026 | May 26, 2026 | June 20 – July 4, 2026 |
| August 22, 2026 | August 7, 2026 | August 11, 2026 | September 2026 (Est.) |
| September 12, 2026 | August 28, 2026 | September 1, 2026 | October 2026 (Est.) |
| October 3, 2026 | September 18, 2026 | September 22, 2026 | October 2026 (Est.) |
| November 7, 2026 | October 23, 2026 | October 27, 2026 | November 2026 (Est.) |
| December 5, 2026 | November 20, 2026 | November 24, 2026 | December 2026 (Est.) |
How to Apply for SAT 2026
Candidates can follow the simple steps given below to register for SAT.\
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Visit the official website at collegeboard.org
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Create a college board account using your personal details and email ID
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Ensure your details match your photo ID
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Select your preferred SAT test date and test center
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Upload a recent passport size photo
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Pay the SAT fees
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Download you admission ticket before the exam and carry it along with a valid photo ID on test day
SAT Exam 2026 Registration Fees
The SAT registration fee varies for US and international students with fee waivers available for eligible students. Students can check the table below for a detailed breakdown of SAT 2026 registration fees and related charges.
| Service | Fee (USD) | Fee in India | Notes |
| SAT Registration (U.S. Students) | $68 | — | Base fee only, no regional charge |
| SAT Registration (India — Base) | $68 | ₹5,814 | Base exam fee |
| SAT Regional Fee (India) | $43 | ₹3,848 | Mandatory for all Indian test-takers |
| GST — 18% (India only) | ~$20 | ₹1,802 | Applied on base + regional fee |
| Total SAT Fee (India) | ~$131 | ₹11,464 | All-inclusive amount for Indian students |
| Late Registration | $38 | ₹3,335 | After regular deadline, before late deadline |
| Change Test Center | $34 | ₹2,480 | Center change only; date change requires cancellation |
| Regular Cancellation Fee | $34 | ₹2,907 | Cancelled before the change deadline |
| Late Cancellation Fee | $44 | ₹3,762 | Cancelled after deadline, up to day before test |
| Additional Score Report (per report) | $15 | ₹1,282 | First 4 reports free if ordered within 9 days of test |
| Rush Score Report | $31 | ₹2,650 | Delivered to colleges within 1–2 business days |
| Score Verification | $55 | ₹4,703 | Request via College Board helpline |
| Fee Waiver (Eligible Students) | Free | Free | For low-income 11th/12th graders in U.S./U.S. territories |
SAT Exam 2026 Eligibility Criteria
The SAT has no age limit or minimum educational qualification. Students, graduates and adult learners can take the exam. Candidates aged 21 and above must present a valid government issued photo ID at the test center.
| Eligibility Criterion | Details |
| Age Limit | No official minimum or maximum age |
| Typical Age Group | 17–19 years (high school juniors/seniors) |
| Educational Qualification | No minimum qualification required |
| Number of Attempts | Unlimited — no cap on retakes |
| ID Requirement | School or government-issued photo ID |
| Students with Disabilities | Accommodations available (request in advance via College Board’s SSD program) |
| ID Requirement (21+ years) | Government-issued ID mandatory (passport, driver’s license) |
| Registration Mode | Online only (mail allowed only in exceptional cases) |
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