The reform of the final exam, approved yesterday by the Chamber of Deputies, brings significant changes both to the structure and composition of the commissions:
- Il oral interview It will focus on four subjects identified by the Ministry of Education by January 31st of each year.
- Le commissions they will be made up of four commissioners, two external and two internal.
- Le written tests remain – as does the score expressed in hundredths – but with changes in the relative emphasis between written tests, interviews and school credit.
In essence, the 2026 exam will once again be called the "maturità" (final exam), and the transparency and severity of the interview will be strengthened, with the aim of enhancing the student's academic achievement, skills, and responsibility.
The three key tests
The two written tests The initial focus of the exam remains, as in previous versions, but the two written tests and the Ministry's selection of relevant subjects remain unchanged. Oral exam on four subjects: this is perhaps the most visible and significant change. It is no longer a general exam on various subjects, but rather a focus on four selected subjects. This change is expected to enhance students' targeted preparation. Another new feature: Commission renewed and increased responsibility. There will be only four members plus the President.
Furthermore, there is an automatic failure in cases of inappropriate behavior or boycotting the interview.
Will teachers earn more?
The law does not clearly provide for an increase in earnings, but by saving on commissions (fewer commissioners) the focus will be on training.
The aim is therefore to update internal training (for example, on external examiners and "key" subjects) and manage communication with families and students. All of this entails costs—for example, for training, committee organization, and logistics. Rumor has it that starting in 2026-27, additional points will be awarded to teachers who have completed the training.
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