How to Register for the GCE in Cameroon

How to register for the GCE in Cameroon 2022/2023 Academic year. In this post we shall guide you through the process on how to register for the Cameroon GCE.

What is the meaning of GCE?

GCE is an abbreviation which stands for General Certificate of Education. The General Certificate of Education (GCE) is a national examination written by secondary schools and high schools in Cameroon. This exam is written in June and results are usually published by August.

Requirements for GCE registration in Cameroon

The requirements for registration depend on nature and type of GCE exam you wish to register. The requirements also depend on the level.

1. GCE Ordinary Level

Registration conditions:

Candidates for Ordinary Level examinations shall offer at least six subjects which must include the following: English Language, French, Mathematics. However, candidates who already possess a pass in at least four Ordinary Level subjects or other equivalent qualification may enter for additional single subjects. candidates may enter for at most eleven subjects at Ordinary Level if they desire to include Religious Studies. Repeat candidates must enter for compulsory subjects, unless they show proof that they already possess a pass in the subjects. Photocopies of Results Slips and Certificates must be attached upon registration.

The registration fees at GCE Ordinary.

Registration fee – 8000frs
Subject fee – 1000frs
Practical fee – 5000frs
Franking of form G3 – 1000frs

2. GCE Advanced Level

Registration conditions

Candidates for the Advanced Level examination may enter for at most five subjects.

Holders of the Cameroon General Certificate of Education Ordinary Level with pass grades in at least four subjects.
Holders of the University of London General Certificate of Education Ordinary Level with pass grades in at least four subjects.
Holders of at least Teacher Grade II Certificate.
Holders of R.S.A stage II certificate in at least four subjects.
Holders of other certificates deemed equivalent by the Board to any of the above.

Registration fees

Registration fee – 9000frs.
Subject fee – 2000frs.
Practical fee – 5000frs.
Franking of form G3 – 1000frs.

Entry Requirements

Candidates who want to register for the Technical and Vocational Education Examinations at the Intermediate Level must show proof of Promotion to Form Five from a Class Council decision