Group Screening Test (GST): Conducted around June to August for Grades 4–10 in both Filipino and English.

Individualized Pre-Test (for learners who did not pass GST): Typically scheduled after GST, often in August to early September.

Some divisions also implement pre-tests during June 26–July 2 as part of literacy assessments for planning interventions. [depedncr.com.ph], [depedscm.com]