The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) provides an opportunity for Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) candidates dissatisfied with their results to file appeals for remarking.
According to KNEC, some candidates and schools often seek a review of results for various reasons. The process is guided by the KNEC Rules of 2015 on Marking of National Examinations, which allow individuals and institutions to request a review of marks.
This guide explains the process of applying for a remarking of KCSE papers.
Key Guidelines for Submitting an Appeal
- Timeframe: Appeals must be lodged within 30 days from the date of the official release of results, as stipulated in the KNEC Act.
- Formal Request: Candidates or schools must write a formal letter to KNEC, clearly detailing the reasons for the appeal.
- Evidence Submission: Applicants must provide all necessary evidence to support their claim. This ensures KNEC can promptly process and validate the request.
How the Process Works
- Application Review: Once KNEC receives the application, it evaluates the evidence to determine whether the appeal is valid.
- Decision: KNEC reserves the right to approve or reject the request. The final decision is communicated to the applicant in writing within 90 days of receiving the appeal.
- Result Changes: If the review leads to any changes, the applicant must return the original result slip, certificate, or any other document before a corrected version is issued.
“A candidate shall return such a certificate before the corrected result slip, certificate, or diploma can be issued to the candidate,” the regulations state.
The 2024 KCSE exams officially concluded on November 22, 2024, with 965,501 candidates registered to sit for the national assessment. Marking commenced shortly after the exams ended.
Exam Security Features
The 2024 KCSE featured enhanced security measures to curb malpractice. Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba highlighted these innovations during the launch of the examination season on October 4, 2024, at Mitihani House, Nairobi.
CS Ogamba explained that the new measures included personalizing examination papers with candidates’ details, such as names, index numbers, and other identifying information. He urged all stakeholders involved in the examination process to uphold the integrity of the assessments.
