Below is a current listing of the 2025 CSET test dates.
When selecting your CSET test date, ensure you have enough time to prepare. Start by viewing our free CSET Study Guide for a list of the topics that appear on your exam. Then take a free CSET Practice Test, which includes a diagnostic breakdown of your strengths and weaknesses in each topic area. This will help you determine how much preparation you need.
If you decide to take a CSET Prep Course, you'll ideally want to schedule your exam a short time after your last class session, so the information you've learned is fresh in your mind. (View upcoming CSET prep course schedules here.)
Once you've chosen a test date, visit our CSET Registration Info page to find a testing center location near you and learn how to sign up for the exam.
Select your exam below to view test dates, fees, registration info and prep resources for your specific test.
Looking for a CSET exam not listed above? Click here to view other CSET tests.
CSET Multiple Subjects is the most widely-taken CSET exam. For dates for other CSET exams, see the Info by Exam section above.
Computer-based testing for CSET Multiple Subjects is available year-round by appointment, Monday through Saturday (excluding some holidays), on a first-come, first-served basis during the testing windows listed below. Alternatively, online-proctored testing is offered remotely for Subtests 1 & 3 and is available by appointment during one-week testing windows each month.
Not all testing centers are open on all dates and registration policies may apply. All test-takers should visit the official CSET testing service website (www.ctcexams.nesinc.com) to confirm test dates, registration procedures and testing requirements.
| CSET Test Dates - Computer-Based | Results Release Date | 3/10/25 - 3/23/25 | 4/11/25 | 3/24/25 - 4/6/25 | 4/25/25 | 4/7/25 - 4/20/25 | 5/9/25 | 4/21/25 - 5/4/25 | 5/23/25 | 5/5/25 - 5/18/25 | 6/6/25 | 5/19/25 - 6/1/25 | 6/20/25 | 6/2/25 - 6/15/25 | 7/7/25 | 6/16/25 - 6/29/25 | 7/18/25 | 6/30/25 - 7/13/25 | 8/1/25 | 7/14/25 - 7/27/25 | 8/15/25 | 7/28/25 - 8/10/25 | 8/29/25 | 8/11/25 - 8/24/25 | 9/12/25 | 8/25/25 - 9/7/25 | 9/26/25 | 9/8/25 - 9/21/25 | 10/10/25 | 9/22/25 - 10/5/25 | 10/24/25 | 10/6/25 - 10/19/25 | 11/7/25 | 10/2025 - 11/2/25 | 11/21/25 |
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| CSET Test Dates - Online Proctored | Results Release Date |
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| Week of March 31, 2025 | April 25, 2025 |
| Week of April 28, 2025 | May 23, 2025 |
| Week of May 26, 2025 | June 20, 2025 |
| Week of June 23, 2025 | July 18, 2025 |
| Week of July 21, 2025 | August 15, 2025 |
Passing the CSET is one of the main ways prospective teachers meet the subject matter requirements for a California teaching credential. You generally need to pass the CSET before you can begin student teaching. Some teacher preparation programs also require you to pass the CSET before being admitted.
Begin by learning the deadline your school or employer has set. Then check the current CSET test dates and results release schedule. Choose a date that ensures your results will be available in time.
Make sure you allow time to retake the test if you don’t pass on your first attempt. You can retake the exam as many times as you need. However, be aware that if you’re taking the test on computer, there must be 45 calendar days between attempts.
Plan to take the exam as early as possible while still giving yourself enough time to prepare. To work out how much study time you need, view our free CSET Study Guide to see what content is covered on your exam. Then take our free CSET Practice Test to see how you’ll perform and identify any areas where you need to improve.
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