The 2025 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) exams officially begin today across the country. According to the Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC), all systems are in place to ensure a smooth and transparent examination process.
Following successful rehearsals held on Friday, candidates are set to begin with oral examinations in French, German, Arabic, and Kenyan Sign Language.
Practical Exams Start October 31
KNEC has announced that practical exams will commence on Wednesday, October 31.
KNEC Chief Executive Officer David Njengere confirmed that a total of 996,078 candidates will be sitting for this year’s KCSE.
KPSEA and KJSEA Exams Scheduled for Next Week
In addition to the KCSE, two other national assessments are also on the calendar:
1,298,089 learners will sit for the Kenya Primary School Education Assessment (KPSEA) while 1,130,669 learners are expected to take the Kenya Junior School Education Assessment (KJSEA).
These assessments are scheduled to begin next week, according to KNEC.
More Storage Containers for Secure Exam Material Distribution
To facilitate efficient and secure distribution of examination materials, KNEC has increased the number of storage containers from 617 last year to 642 this year.
This move is aimed at ensuring improved logistics and safeguarding the integrity of the exams.
Strict Measures Against Exam Malpractice
Meanwhile, Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has issued a stern warning against exam malpractice.
He emphasized that legal action will be taken against anyone found engaging in unethical or illegal examination activities.
Final Word
With millions of learners preparing to sit their national exams, the government and examination bodies are focused on maintaining the highest standards of integrity and efficiency throughout the process.
