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CELPE-BRAS Exam Dates 2026: Registration, Calendar & Testing Centers
CELPE-BRAS is offered twice a year — once in April and once in October. Here is everything you need to know about the 2026 exam schedule, registration process, fees, and what to expect on exam day.
2026 Exam Calendar
CELPE-BRAS has two annual editions. INEP has published the official edital for the 2026/2 edition — the dates below are official.
1st Edition — April 2026
- Registration: Closed
- Written Exam: April 28–May 1, 2026
- Oral Interviews: Scheduled by the test center within April 28–May 1
- Results: June 30, 2026
2nd Edition — October 2026
- Registration: July 27–August 6, 2026 (fee payment due August 7)
- Written Exam: October 20–23, 2026 (Brazil) · November 24–27, 2026 (abroad)
- Oral Interviews: Scheduled by the test center within October 20–23 (Brazil) or November 24–27 (abroad)
- Results: December 15, 2026 (Brazil-based centers) · January 15, 2027 (centers abroad)
Official dates from INEP Edital No. 92, published July 9, 2026. Updated August 5, 2026.
Registration Process
Registration opens online through the official INEP system. Here is the step-by-step process:
Access the registration portal at celpe-bras.inep.gov.br during the open registration window.
Create an account with a valid email address. Foreign candidates registering outside Brazil must use the portal at their local Brazilian consulate or authorized test center.
Fill out your personal information accurately. Your ID document used during registration must match exactly the one you present on exam day.
Select your preferred testing center. Centers fill up quickly in major cities — register early to secure your preferred location.
Pay the registration fee through the available payment methods (bank slip, credit card, or international transfer for overseas centers). Your registration is only confirmed after payment is processed.
Testing Centers Worldwide
CELPE-BRAS is administered by accredited test centers in Brazil and abroad. Availability and capacity change each edition, so choose from the official list shown during registration.
Countries with certified testing centers include the United States, Germany, France, Spain, Italy, Portugal, Japan, Argentina, China, Angola, Mozambique, Cape Verde, and many others. The full list of international centers is published on the INEP website each edition.
Registration Fees
Fees vary depending on whether you are registering in Brazil or abroad. Some Brazilian universities offer fee waivers for low-income candidates — check with your local institution.
INEP lists maximum fees; each accredited test center sets the exact amount and payment method for the edition.
Important Deadlines to Know
- Registration deadline: applications submitted after the closing date are not accepted under any circumstances. Set a calendar alert for at least one week before the deadline.
- Payment deadline for 2026/2: August 7, 2026. Registration is not complete until the selected test center confirms payment.
- Document submission: some testing centers require supporting documents (proof of identity, proof of residency) to be submitted separately before a set date.
- Test-center deadlines can differ: follow the instructions and document requirements published by the center you select.
What to Bring on Exam Day
Arriving unprepared on exam day can cost you your sitting fee. Make sure you have everything ready the night before:
- Original photo identification document (passport, national ID, or residence card) — the exact document used during registration. Photocopies are not accepted.
- Printed or digital confirmation of registration with your candidate number and assigned testing room.
- Blue or black ballpoint pens (bring spares). Pencils are not permitted for the final written responses.
- A watch (silent, no smartwatch) to manage your time during the three-hour written exam. Some rooms do not have visible clocks.
- Water and a small snack to keep concentration through the three-hour written session. No electronic devices during the exam.
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Written by: CELPE-BRAS Practice Editorial Team — Portuguese language education specialists with experience in CELPE-BRAS exam preparation and curriculum development.
Source: INEP (Instituto Nacional de Estudos e Pesquisas Educacionais Anísio Teixeira), Brazilian Ministry of Education. Dates and fee limits checked against official CELPE-BRAS information on August 5, 2026.
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