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  14 February 2025 10 April 2025

Pearson Edexcel Summer 2025

Registration period Start date End date
Regular registration  04 December 2024 13 March 2025
Late registration  14 March 2025 13 April 2025

Oxford AQA - May/June 2025

Registration period Start date End date
Regular registration  04 December 2024 13 February 2025
Late registration  14 February 2025 15 April 2025