Below are the instructions for registering for your Cambridge International Exams as a private candidate or a school exams coordinator for IGCSE, O-Level, AS-Level, and A-Level.
Exam registration for private candidates
Register for your exam
See the registration process for private candidates below: The registrations close on 14 February 2025.
| Normal registration deadline (We urge all candidates to register and complete their payment before 14 February 2025. This ensures that we will be available to assist with any issues before the deadline). | 14 February 2025 |
| Late stage 1 deadline | 10 April 2025 |
| Access arrangements | 14 February 2025 |
| Modified papers | 19 January 2025 |
| Remark (November 2024 series) | 23 February 2025 |
Exam locations
All private candidates can register to sit for Cambridge International Exams with the British Council Botswana in Gaborone (written components).
The venue address will be communicated to all candidates as they receive Statement of Entries.
Practical Examinations
All practical examinations will be done at LKC high School. Kindly get in touch with the Head of Examinations, Livingiston Kolobeng College, Block 8, Gaborone. Payment of P1500 per practical paper as admin fees has to be paid directly to the school for doing the practical exams.
Requirements
To apply, you need:
- To complete the online application
- An ID/Passport sized photograph
- A copy of an ID Card (Omang) or a valid Passport; a birth certificate for applicants under the age of 16
- Proof of payment
- Please kindly email the above documents to general.equiries@britishcouncil.org.bw
Complete your online application
Please note the May/June 2025 Cambridge registration process for Private Candidates will only be done online.
Complete the online registration here : https://schoolexams.britishcouncil.org/select-country
You can use the Guide to making entries document below to aid you choose the right subject(s), syllabus code(s) and option code(s).
Pay and submit your application
You will find the fees for all exams listed on the online registration platform. Your application will not be processed until you have paid for your exams.
Kindly note that payments are processed online.
Penalty Fees
Each examination board has a normal registration stage for each exam session. You may still be able to register for exams after this date, but you will have to pay a penalty fee. You can find more information about late registration penalty fees on your exam registration form.
Receive your Statement of Entry
Once you have submitted your application and payment, you will receive your Statement of Entry and information about your examination venues approximately three weeks before your exams.
Need to cancel or amend your entry?
Find out about withdrawal and refunds.
You can make amendments to the entry you have made. Please note that amendments are subject to an additional payment as specified in the information sheet.