Registering for the IGCSE May/June 2026 exams depends on whether you are a school candidate or a private candidate. This guide walks you through both routes.

School Candidates

If you attend a Cambridge-affiliated school:

1. Your school registers you – You do not register directly with Cambridge.
2. Complete the school’s forms – Provide personal details, photo, and subject choices.
3. Pay fees to the school – The school handles payment to Cambridge.
4. Confirm entries – Check your statement of entry when it is issued.

Action: Speak to your exams officer or form tutor about deadlines and required information.

Private Candidates

If you are homeschooled, not at a Cambridge school, or re-sitting as an independent candidate:

Step 1: Find an Exam Centre

You must sit exams at a centre that accepts private candidates. Options include:

• British Council – Operates in UAE, Singapore, Malaysia, and many other countries.
• Cambridge-registered schools – Some allow private candidates; contact them directly.
• Private exam centres – Search Cambridge’s centre database.

Step 2: Contact the Centre

• Ask if they accept private candidates for the June 2026 series.
• Inquire about subjects offered – Not all syllabuses are available to private candidates (e.g. those with coursework).
• Request fees and registration deadlines.

Step 3: Submit Documents

Typical requirements:

• Completed registration form
• ID (passport or national ID)
• Passport-sized photo
• Proof of prior study (if re-sitting)
• Payment

Step 4: Confirm Entry

You will receive a statement of entry with your candidate number, centre number, and exam timetable. Check it carefully.

Important Notes

• Register early – Standard deadlines are usually February/March 2026 for June exams.
• Late entry – Possible up to 17 April 2026 but often incurs extra fees (25–50%).
• You cannot register directly with Cambridge – Always go through an approved centre.

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