There are four opportunities to sit IGCSE, International GCSE and A-/AS-level examinations every year.
- Examinations with Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) take place in May/June and October/November.
- Examinations with Pearson Edexcel take place in January and May/June.
When to register
The two examination boards have different registration dates. Please check the table below to find the best option for you or your institution.
Cambridge - May / June 2024
Entry deadlines:
| Stage | Deadlines |
| Regular registration | 14 February 2024 |
| Late registration | 10 April 2024 |
Oxford AQA - May/June 2024
Entry deadlines:
| Stage | Deadlines |
| Regular registration | 07 February 2024 |
| Low late stage registration | 20 March 2024 |
Pearson Edexcel May / June 2024
Entry deadlines:
| Stage | Deadlines |
| Regular registration | 14 March 2024 |
| Low late stage registration | 13 April 2024 |
Please note: you may be able to register for exams after the registration deadline, but there are additional fees for late registration. Please contact a local British Council office for more details.