June 14, Colombo (LNW): Students awaiting the outcome of the 2025 General Certificate of Education (Ordinary Level) Examination are expected to receive their results within the coming days, according to education authorities.
Deputy Minister of Education Dr Madhura Seneviratne stated that the final administrative procedures related to candidate records and result processing are currently being completed, paving the way for the official release of examination results next week.
More than 450,000 candidates sat the examination, which was conducted over a ten-day period from 17 to 26 February 2026 at examination centres across the country. Education officials noted that the marking and verification processes have now been largely finalised, with only final data checks remaining before publication.
Meanwhile, the Ministry of Education has issued fresh instructions to schools regarding preparations for the 2026 Ordinary Level and Advanced Level examinations. In a circular addressed to school principals and senior education administrators, Ministry Secretary Nalaka Kaluwewa stressed the importance of ensuring that teaching activities remain aligned with the national academic timetable.
The Ministry has directed schools experiencing delays in syllabus coverage to implement corrective measures without delay. These may include revised teaching schedules, additional classroom sessions and other academic interventions aimed at ensuring students complete the required coursework before the examinations.
Officials also reiterated that both the 2026 O/L and A/L examinations will be conducted according to the dates set out in the national examination calendar, with no changes currently anticipated.