There are four opportunities to sit IGCSE, International GCSE, A and AS level examinations every year.
- Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) examinations take place in May/June and October/November.
- Pearson Edexcel examinations take place in January, May/June, and October/November.
The two examination boards have different registration dates. Please check the tables below to find the best option for you or your institution.
Registration dates: Pearson Edexcel (IAL) – Jan 2026
| Late Stage Fees | Dates |
| Final Entry date for Standard pricing | 10th October 2025 |
| 1st Stage - Low late fee pricing | 11th October - 7th November 2025 |
| 2nd Stage - High late fee pricing | 8th November 2025 onwards (Board's discretion) |
| Please note: To avoid late fees, applications and payments need to be received (and cleared) BEFORE the deadline dates. | |
Registration Dates- Cambridge May-June 2026
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Late Stage Fees |
Dates |
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Final Entry date for Standard pricing |
13th February 2026 |
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Final Entry date for Low late fee pricing |
14th February- 10th April 2026 |
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High late fee pricing |
11th April 2026 onwards(Board`s discretion) |
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Please note: To avoid late fees, applications and payments need to be received (and cleared) BEFORE the deadline dates. |
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Registration Dates- Edexcel May-June 2026
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Late Stage Fees |
Dates |
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Final Entry date for Standard pricing |
13th March 2026 |
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Final Entry date for Low late fee pricing |
14th March- 14th April 2026 |
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High late fee pricing |
15th April 2026 onwards(Board`s discretion) |
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Please note: To avoid late fees, applications and payments need to be received (and cleared) BEFORE the deadline dates. |
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Please note:
To avoid late fees, applications AND payments need to be received (and cleared) BEFORE the deadline dates above
Please refer to the examination price list for all fees and late fees payable.