Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has officially announced that the results for the 2024 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) exams will be released on January 13, 2025.
Speaking during a press briefing at the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) headquarters in Nairobi, Ogamba addressed the uncertainty surrounding the release date and assured the public of the ministry’s dedication to timely and accurate reporting.
For the more than 960,000 candidates who sat for the exams from October 22 to November 22, 2024, this announcement provides much-needed clarity. T
he slight delay in releasing the results, which typically hit headlines in late December or early January, is attributed to two major factors: an increased number of students and adjustments introduced by the new Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) reforms.
Ogamba reassured everyone that the marking process is close to completion, emphasizing how examiners have worked tirelessly to ensure the results accurately reflect students’ hard work and performance.
“This year’s marking process has been rigorous to maintain the highest standards of transparency and fairness. We understand how much these results mean to our students, and we are committed to delivering them with integrity,” he said.
The delay, as explained by the Education CS, stemmed from the larger number of candidates and the detailed assessment models required under the CBC framework. These measures are designed to not only evaluate academic performance comprehensively but also build a system rooted in trust and precision.
To ensure fairness, Ogamba mentioned that strict quality control measures were applied throughout the examination and marking process. “Maintaining the credibility of our education system is vital, especially as we adapt to CBC,” he noted, adding that the reliability of the results is paramount during this period of curriculum transition.
Ogamba urged students awaiting their results to remain calm as the process wraps up. “I know the anticipation can be stressful, but it’s important to remember that these results are not the end—they’re a beginning,” he advised.
Speaking directly to students, he encouraged them to view their results as a foundation for future opportunities in higher education, technical courses, and vocational training.
“The KCSE results are more than just grades. They open doors to universities, colleges, and other institutions where students can pursue their passions and build fulfilling careers,” Ogamba explained.
Accessing the Results
Once the results are officially released on January 13, students will have two main ways to access them:
- SMS Service: Students can send their index numbers to a designated code for immediate results.
- Online Portals: The results will also be available on the official KNEC website for easy access.
Schools will receive hard copies of the results shortly after the public release, making it convenient for parents and guardians to review them directly.
The release of KCSE results is a pivotal moment for Kenya’s education system, shaping institutional placements for students in 2025. Universities, technical colleges, and vocational training centres are expected to begin admissions shortly after the results are out.
Meanwhile, education stakeholders, including parents, teachers, and policymakers, remain keenly focused on how the outcomes might reflect ongoing curriculum reforms and broader academic trends.
