How to Register for IGCSE Privately: Your Complete Guide

Registering for IGCSE exams as a private candidate gives you the same globally recognised qualifications as school candidates—whether you’re homeschooled, retaking, or studying independently. This guide covers how to register for IGCSE privately for both Cambridge and Edexcel boards.

Who Can Register as a Private Candidate?

• Homeschooled students
• Students retaking to improve grades
• Adult learners
• Students at schools that don’t offer IGCSE
• International students without access to an IGCSE school

Step 1: Choose Your Exam Board and Subjects

Cambridge IGCSE and Edexcel International GCSE both offer private candidate entry. Check subject availability at your chosen exam centre (e.g. British Council or Pearson-approved centre), as not all subjects run in every session.

Step 2: Find an Authorised Exam Centre

You must sit exams at an authorised centre. For Cambridge, the British Council is the main partner in many countries; for Edexcel, use Pearson’s centre finder. Contact the centre early to confirm they accept private candidates and offer your subjects.

Step 3: Check Registration Deadlines

• Cambridge: Typically register by February for May/June, and by August for October/November.
• Edexcel: January, May/June, and October/November sessions each have their own deadlines.
  Late entries usually incur extra fees.

Step 4: Submit Documents and Pay Fees

Centres will ask for ID, proof of date of birth, and subject/syllabus codes. Pay the centre’s exam fees (per subject per component). Keep a copy of your confirmation and Statement of Entry.

Step 5: Prepare and Sit Your Exams

Use the centre’s exam timetable and turn up with valid ID. Your centre will tell you when and how you’ll receive results and certificates.

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