SPM 2026 Registration (Private Candidates)

SPM 2026 registration for private candidates is now open for both new and repeat candidates. Registration can be done online via the official portal of the Examination Agency at:

Candidates who wish to apply can do so from March 1, 2026 to April 30, 2026. Make sure registration is done within the specified time period to avoid late payments or registration problems.

Below we share further information regarding how to register and important information for 2026 private SPM candidates.

SPM 2026 Private Candidates

Private candidates are individuals who take the SPM exam outside the regular school system.

Interested candidates must meet a number of key requirements, including being at least 16 years old by 1 January 2026 and enrolled in six core subjects.

Open to new candidates (first time sitting SPM) and repeat candidates (previously sitting SPM).

Candidates who have taken the SPM previously and wish to take the exam again can register as re-candidates

Candidates need to pay a basic fee of RM20, as well as additional fees according to the subjects registered. The exam is expected to take place in November 2025.

Registration will only be processed after payment of the exam fee is received. Candidates are also advised to choose an examination center close to their residence, depending on the vacancies available.

SPM Registration for Private Candidates in 2026

Here’s how to register for SPM 2026 private candidates:

STEP 1: REGISTRATION

Register online at

STEP 2: PAYMENT

Make payments only online (fpx). Payments not made within 3 days of registration application will be automatically cancelled.

STEP 3: REVIEW REGISTRATION

Check registration and print Exam Registration Statement (PPP)

NOTE: All information for private spm exams and repeat spm exams will be sent via email by the Examining Body. Therefore, make sure you use your active email.

SPM 2026 Registration Date (Private Candidates)

Registration for private candidates participating in SPM 2026 can be done from March 1 2026 to April 30 2026.

Registration can be done via the following website: and follow the registration method mentioned above.

Late Registration

Candidates who register late (1 May 2026 – 15 May 2026) will be charged a Late Registration Fee of RM150 for each application.

This fee is not included in the basic fees and course fees.

Exam Fee Rates

The SPM and SPMU exam fee rates for private candidates are determined by the Examination Board, Ministry of Education Malaysia (KPM). The fees charged include the basic fee and fees for each registered subject.

The fee structure varies according to candidate category SPMU, SPM Private Candidateor prospective private schools and state religious schools (Code D and F).

1. SPMU Examination Fee Rates (Private Candidates)

For prospective SPMU exam participants, only 3 (three) subjects are offered, namely Malay Language, History and Mathematics.

Basic Payment

Course Fees

• Malay (Code: 1103) – RM 12.00
• History (Code: 1249) – RM 10.50
• Mathematics (Code: 1449) – RM 10.50

This means the total cost depends on the number of subjects taken, including the base fee of RM20.00.

2. SPM Exam Fee Rates (Private Candidates, Private Schools & SAR)

This category involves:

• SPM Private Candidate
• Private school candidates
• Prospective People’s Religious Schools (Type Codes D and F)

What is the Basic Cost of SPM 2026?

How Much Does Each SPM Subject Cost?

New candidates must take six (6) core courses.

• English (Code: 1119) – RM 20.50
• Subjects Without Central Assessment – RM 10.50
• for each subject Subjects With Centralized Assessment (**) – RM 12.00

for each subject

How much does it cost candidates for late SPM registration?

• Candidates who register after the registration period ends will be charged:

RM 150.00 (Late Candidate Fee)

This fee is in addition to the basic fees and course fees.

Subjects Offered

1. First-time candidates must take the 6 core courses offered, namely:
2. Malay (Code: 1103)
3. English (Code: 1119)
4. Mathematics (Code: 1449)
5. Science (Code: 1511)
6. History (Code: 1249)

Islamic Education (Cod: 1223) or Moral Education (Cod: 1225)

1. The following elective subjects are offered:
2. English Literature (Code: 2206)
3. Communicative Malay Literature (Code: 2216)
4. Geography (Code: 2280)
5. Arabic (Code: 2361)
6. Visual Arts Education (Code: 2611)
7. Music Education (Code: 2621)
8. Additional Mathematics (Code: 3472)
9. Agriculture (Code: 3729)
10. Entrepreneurship Studies (Code: 3754)
11. Accounting Principles (Code: 3756)
12. Engineering Drawing (Code: 3759)
13. Mechanical Engineering Science (Code: 3760)
14. Civil Engineering (Code: 3761)
15. Electrical & Electronics Engineering (Code: 3762)
16. Discovery (Code: 3763)
17. Business (Code: 3766)
18. Economy (Code: 3767)
19. Basics of Sustainability (Code: 3768)
20. Household Science (Code: 3769)
21. Computer Science (Code: 3770)
22. Technical Communication Chart (Code: 3771)
23. Physics (Code: 4531)
24. Chemistry (Code: 4541)
25. Biology (Code: 4551)
26. Additional Science (Code: 4561)
27. Sports Science (Code: 4572)
28. Islamic Tasawwur (Code: 5226)
29. Al-Quran & Al-Sunnah Education (Code: 5227)
30. Islamic Sharia Education (Code: 5228)
31. Hifz Al-Quran (Code: 5301)
32. Maharat Al-Quran (Code: 5302)
33. Turath Al-Quran and Al-Sunnah (Code: 5303)
34. Turath is considered Islamic (Code: 5304)
35. Turath Arab (Code: 5305)
36. Ushul Al-Din (Code: 5401)
37. Al-Syariah (Code: 5402)
38. Al-Lughah Al-Arabiah Al-Mu’asirah (Code: 5403)
39. Manahij Al-‘Ulum Al-Islamiah (Code: 5404)
40. Al-Adab Wa Al-Balaghah (code: 5405)
41. China (Code: 6351)
42. Tamil (Code: 6354)
43. Iban Language (Code: 6356)
44. Kadazandusun Language (Code: 6357)
45. Semai Language (Code: 6358)
46. Domestic Construction (Code: 7101)
47. Domestic Piping (Code: 7103)
48. Domestic Wiring (Code: 7104)
49. Arc and Gas Welding (Code: 7105)
50. Car Service (Code: 7106)
51. Motorcycle Service (Code: 7107)
52. Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Equipment Service (Code: 7108)
53. Household Electrical Equipment Service (Code: 7109)
54. Furniture Manufacturing (Code: 7110)
55. Apparel Design & Sewing (Code: 7201)
56. Catering and Serving (Code: 7202)
57. Food Processing (Code: 7203)
58. Early Childhood Care & Education (Code: 7205)
59. Facial Care and Hair Styling (Code: 7207)
60. Basics of Gerontology & Geriatrics (Code: 7208)
61. Landscape & Nursery (Code: 7301)
62. Aquaculture & Recreational Animals (Code: 7302)
63. Food Plants (Code: 7303)
64. Multimedia Production (Code: 7403)
65. Sign Design Production (Code: 7405)
66. Interior Decoration (Code: 7406)
67. Digital Graphic Design (Code: 7407)
68. Chinese Literature (Code: 9216)
69. Tamil Literature (Code: 9217)
70. Bible Knowledge (Code: 9221)

Punjabi (Code: 9378)

Further information [email protected] Any questions may be directed to the respective State Department of Education. Or, send an email to

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