There are three opportunities to sit IGCSE, International GCSE and A-/AS-level examinations every year.
- Examinations with Cambridge Assessment International Examinations (CAIE) take place in May/June and October/November.
- Examinations with Pearson Edexcel for IAL will take place in October, January and May/June.
- Examinations with Pearson Edexcel for IGCSE will take place in November and May/June.
- Examinations with Oxford International AQA Examinations take place in November, January and May/June.
When to register
The three examination boards have different registration dates. Please check the details below to find the best option for you or your institution.
Cambridge Assessment International Education – May/June 2025
| Registration period | Start date | End date |
| Regular registration | 04 December 2024 | 13 February 2025 |
| Late registration | 13 February 2025 | 10 April 2025 |
Pearson Edexcel International A-level Jan 2025
| Registration period | Start date | End date |
| Regular registration | 15 September 2024 | 11 October 2024 |
| Late registration | 12 October 2024 | 08 November 2024 |