Enem 2026: Piracicaba region applies test to 20 thousand candidates; see everything you need to know
National exam brings together more than 5 million participants across Brazil, the highest number since 2020; Gates close at 1pm.
Quick Look
- The Piracicaba region applies the first day of Enem 2026 to 20.8 thousand candidates this Sunday.
- Across the country, there are more than 5 million participants.
- At this stage, language, humanities and writing issues are resolved.
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Why It Matters
The National High School Exam (Enem) is the main gateway to higher education in Brazil.
The region of Piracicaba (SP) applies the test on the first day of the National High School Exam (Enem) to 20,800 candidates this Sunday (8).
In addition to Piracicaba, the cities that apply the exam are: Capivari (SP), Cosmópolis (SP), Limeira (SP), Nova Odessa (SP) and Santa Bárbara d'Oeste (SP).
Across Brazil, there are more than 5 million participants, the highest number since 2020.
In this first stage, candidates must solve questions related to languages and human sciences, in addition to writing. Next Sunday (15) it will be time for the mathematics and natural sciences tests (see below).
The gates close at 1pm, and the test on the 1st day runs until 7pm.
See the table below for the number of candidates per city in the Piracicaba region:
Enem 2026 in the Piracicaba region
City Candidates Capivari 1,141 Cosmópolis 1,020 Limeira 5,780 Nova Odessa 1,019 Piracicaba 9,465 Santa Bárbara d'Oeste 2,404 Total 20,829
What are the Enem test times?
Gates open at: 12pm
Gates close at: 1pm
Test starts at: 1:30 pm
Test administration on the 1st day ends at: 7pm
Test administration on the 2nd day ends at: 6:30 pm
How to check the test location
To check the confirmation card, you must access the participant's page (enem.inep.gov.br/participante), using the gov.br login (CPF and password).
It is important to calculate in advance the travel time from your home to the test location. Plan to arrive after noon, when the gates open, to avoid unforeseen events.
If possible, simulate the route beforehand. Keep in mind that on Sundays, traffic and public transport have different flows.
What is on the test each day?
Enem 2026 will be administered on the second and third Sunday of November, the 8th and 15th.
November 8
45 language questions (40 in Portuguese and 5 in English or Spanish);
45 human science questions; and
writing.
November 15th
45 math questions; and
45 natural science questions.
Mandatory items to take the Enem
To take the Enem test, the candidate must bring:
Valid identification document, physical or digital, original and with photo - some digital versions will be accepted, such as e-Título, Digital National Driving License (CNH) and Digital RG. The applicant must present the official application to the proctor -- screenshots will not be valid.
Black ink ballpoint pen, made of transparent material -- it is the only material accepted, both for drafting and for filling out the template; Take more than one to have a backup in case of failures.
📄 Do I need to bring the registration confirmation card? It is not mandatory, but it is recommended by Inep. The document contains information about the test location, chosen language (English or Spanish) and specialized assistance (if any). During the test, the paper must be kept.
What you can and cannot take with you on Enem day
The following are allowed in the test:
snacks, water and non-alcoholic drinks, preferably in transparent packaging without labels;
religious items, such as kippah and veil;
accessibility materials, Braille typewriter, sorobá and magnifying glass;
facial mask for preventive use.
➡️ Can you take a bag or backpack? Yes, the Enem notice does not prohibit it. However, once inside the application room, the backpack must be placed under the chair and cannot be handled. Everything used during the test, such as documents, pens, water and snacks, must be kept out of the bag.
The following are not allowed in the test:
sunglasses and headgear, such as caps, hats, visors, beanies or the like;
pen made of non-transparent material, pencil, mechanical pencil, erasers, rulers, concealers;
books, leaflets, manuals, printed materials, notes;
ear protector;
watch of any type;
any electronic devices, such as digital bottle/cup, electronic cigarette, cell phone, smartphone, tablet, wearable tech, calculator, electronic diary and/or similar, iPod, recorder, pen drive, mp3 and/or similar;
alarms, alarm keys or any other electronic component;
headphones and/or any transmitter, recorder and/or receiver of data, images, videos and messages;
any other materials extraneous to the test.
🔫 Weapons are not allowed, not even in the envelope. If the candidate presents a permit to carry weapons, he must inform the head of the test administration room. He must take the exam in a separate space, separated from other students.
What to Watch
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
Application of the second day of Enem tests
Very likely · Within weeks
Open Questions
- What was the abstention rate on the first day in the region?







