Frequently Asked Questions

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I am studying on my own, i.e., as a Private Candidate. How do I register to sit the CXC or the Cambridge examinations?

The CXC CSEC examinations are held twice yearly in January & May/June.
CXC CAPE & CCSLC are held annually in May/June.
Cambridge IGCSE, AS’ & A’Level examinations are held in May/June.

Entry forms can be obtained from and returned to:

Overseas Examinations Commission (OEC) Head Office
6 Manhattan Road, Kingston 5

Overseas Examinations Commission Western Office
18 Queens Drive
Praise Concourse Plaza
Montego Bay
St. James

What do I need when I go to register for examinations?

You are only required to have your payment which is only accepted via debit/credit card in office at our cashier, and a pen to complete the application form.

Can I pay by cash at the OEC office to register for my exams?

No. The OEC offices accept debit and card payments only for examination registration. You can make cash payments at any Bank of Nova Scotia (BNS) with a voucher provided at our office or Bill Express with an account number provided at our office.

How can I access syllabuses for the subject(s)?

Syllabuses for CSEC, CAPE and Cambridge examinations are available from the respective websites:
CXC – www.cxc.org
Cambridge – www.cie.org.uk
Details for Cambridge can also be obtained from
Overseas Examinations Commission Head Office
6 Manhattan Road, Kingston 5

Do you sell exam study guides?

Study guides are no longer available from OEC. You can visit the respective websites to access study guides.

Where is the Overseas Examinations Commission office located?

The Head Office is located at 6 Manhattan Road, Kingston 5. Manhattan Road is opposite the NWC entrance on Marescaux road and is on the same side as the Mico University
Our second location is 18 Queens Drive, Praise Concourse Plaza, Montego Bay. It is located beside the UWI Western Campus.

If I register as a private candidate, where will I sit the examination?

Candidates are typically placed at a centres within their parish of residence. Once you complete the examination form you are asked preference of location for your exam. However, some centres are determined based on the number of registered candidates.

There are fewer venues for Cambridge examinations. Centres are established outside of Montego Bay and Kingston depending on the number of candidates registered for the examination.

How will I know where to go to sit my Exam?

At least two (2) weeks before the examination starts, you will receive your Timetable by regular post. You will also receive an instruction sheet which will give you your centre location.
If you do not receive your timetable through the post you should contact the OEC office nearest to you to get a duplicate copy of the Timetable.

What do I do if I do not receive my Timetable?

Contact the OEC immediately. When entries are checked the candidate can receive his/her registration / candidate number. This is enough, along with a valid identification card.
Alternatively, the OEC can provide the candidate/registration number. This is adequate along with a valid identification card.

If I have lost my certificate, how do I get a replacement?

To replace your CXC/Cambridge certificate you can visit the link to get additional information https://www.overseasexams.org.jm/certificate-replacement

How can I apply to work as an exam Supervisor or Invigilator?

Submit an application letter with your resume to exams@overseasexams.org.jm

If I am preparing candidates for CXC/Cambridge Assessment examinations, how do I register as a centre?

Your institution must first be approved and registered with the Ministry of Education, Youth & Information (MoEYI). Once you have a MoEYI registration number, then you apply to the OEC for centre registration. An officer from the OEC will visit to ensure that the necessary facilities; including security arrangements and accommodation, are in place. If you meet the required standard you will be awarded a CXC/Cambridge centre number. However, this does not mean that examinations will necessarily be allowed at your school. That process is separate.

If I am doing a correspondence course or studying with an overseas institution, can you provide a Proctor for the examinations/can I do my examinations through OEC?

The core job of the OEC is to administer examinations, and as such , we are able to Proctor your exam You can send an email to help@overseasexams.org.jm with the details of your institution and we will make contact with them. You will need to allow the OEC to communicate with your Institution to determine what is required by them for the OEC to administer the examination on their behalf.

What type of identification is acceptable for examinations?

Valid Driver’s License, Passport, a school ID and Electoral ID.

If I have none of the acceptable identification for examination, what should I do?

Take immediate step to procure at least one. You will not be allowed to write examinations without appropriate identification.

Does OEC offer classes for examinations?

The OEC does not offer classes at this time

What is the Alternate 3/2 Paper?

It is an additional examination paper, i.e., a 3rd question paper that is given when the candidate does not have an SBA score for the subject they are sitting.

Can I reuse my SBA score/grade?

SBA scores can be reused 2 times over a 2 year period, unless it is stated on the candidate’s preliminary slip that the score cannot be used by CXC, i.e., SBA scores from 2019 can be used for 2 examination sittings up to 2021

Who needs to attend the Alternate 3/2 Paper Seminar?

Private Candidates, who will be sitting the alternate 3/2 paper. This Seminar will enable you to understand what the Paper 3 entails as well as assist you in improving your exam performance.

Is the Alternate 3/2 Paper Seminar Free?

No there is a cost to do the seminar

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