The 2025 HKDSE Handbook for Candidates is now available on the HKEAA website. Click here to learn more about the examination regulations, procedures and instructions. Please also read the relevant blog for highlights and updates regarding the Handbook.

To further promote the international recognition of the HKDSE, the HKEAA delegation joined the 2024 European Association for International Education (EAIE) Conference and Exhibition, held in Toulouse, France from 17 -20 September 2024. Click here for details.

Starting from the 2025 HKDSE, new arrangements will be implemented for Category C subjects, under which candidates will have to take the stipulated language examinations administered by the official organisations. For the 2026 HKDSE and beyond, Urdu Language will be included again as a Category C subject. Please refer to the press release, HKDSE blog and relevant webpage for details.