The 2026 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 regarding the Handbook.

Starting from the 2028 HKDSE, Hindi Language will be offered again, as the ‘Advance Diploma in Hindi Examination’ has been included as the stipulated Hindi Language examination under Category C Other Languages subjects. Please refer to the press release and relevant webpage for details.

The 2025 HKDSE Question Papers for Category A subjects are now available for purchase at the HKEAA Online Bookstore and the HKEAA’s service counter in San Po Kong. Sample scripts demonstrating different levels of performance for the 2025 HKDSE have also been uploaded by batches to the HKEAA website (choose the subject required > Samples of Candidates' Performance) for teachers and candidates’ reference. For more details, please refer to the relevant webpage and blog post.