If your exam results weren't what you expected, you have options to improve your grades or have your papers reviewed.
Whether you are resitting or retaking International GCSEs, O Levels, or A Levels as a private candidate, the British Council is here to support you through the registration and administration process
Exams re-marking (Enquiry about Results and RoMM)
If you believe your grade does not reflect your work, you may want to consider re-marking or retakes.
Please note that following a review, your grade may increase, decrease, or remain the same. The awarding bodies charge a fee for this service, which is refunded if the overall grade improves.
Cambridge Enquiry about Results (EAR)
For Cambridge International Education exams, component grades and component raw marks will be shared on your registered email address in a week, after the result release date.
All EAR requests related to Oct/Nov 2025 exams series must be submitted by 16 February 2026. The British Council will not accept any submissions received after the deadline.
Component Marks Report
The Component Grades and Component Raw Marks will be shared on your registered email address in a week, after the result release date
About the Marking Process
- Your exam papers are assessed by specialist examiners who follow a strict marking scheme. Principal examiners oversee the process to ensure grades are awarded fairly.
- If your awarded grade is significantly different from your teacher’s prediction or your usual performance, your script is automatically reviewed and may be re-graded.
- Borderline grades are also re-marked to ensure fairness.
If you think your awarded grade does not align with the quality of your work, Cambridge offers clerical re-checks and a full review of marking. You can apply for Enquiries about Results (EAR) directly through the British Council’s School Registration System (SRS).
Guide for Cambridge Enquiry about Results
Notes :
- If your grade increases as a result of the EAR, the fee is typically refunded.
- “NO RESULT” or “PENDING” results: If you received an "X" or "Q" grade, queries for these are free of cost and should be submitted via this specific form.
How to apply for Cambridge exams re-marking / Enquiry about Results
- Submit your request through the School Registration System (SRS) portal.
Cambridge Enquiry about Results form
Requesting a Re-mark
- School candidates: Contact your school directly. We do not accept private EAR applications from school candidates.
- Private candidates: Follow the below guidelines to submit your EAR application by the given deadline.
How to Apply
1. Submit your request through the School Registration System (SRS) Portal.
2. Send the following documents through courier to “British Council, C/O British Deputy High Commission, Shahrah-e-Iran, Clifton, Karachi”.
- Payment proof: A single consolidated bank demand draft, pay order, or bank deposit slip. You can also pay via ATM or IBFT to the Virtual Account assigned to you.
- Copy of your statement of results
Click here to view the list of Standard Chartered Bank (SCB) branches for payment.
Fee details are available in the Cambridge enquiry about results (EAR) guide in the download section below.
3. To process the EAR for “NO RESULT” or “PENDING”, please apply through the form. (“No Result” and “Pending” Queries are free of cost)
Guidance and Support
To help you complete your request correctly, please refer to the:
- Cambridge enquiry about results (EAR) guide
- Post results services (PRS) guide
(Both available in the Downloads section)
EAR Outcome
After a review, your grade or mark may increase, decrease, or remain the same. If your grade is increased. Guidelines for refunds and replacement certificates are in the EAR Guide.
OxfordAQA provides several Review of Marking and Moderation
If you feel your grade does not accurately reflect your work, OxfordAQA provides several Review of Marking and Moderation (RoMM) services, including: clerical re-check, review of marking, access to scripts (ATS), Priority review. Some of these services are also available on a priority basis for urgent needs to meet university admission deadlines.
Note : Late, incomplete, or incorrectly completed applications will not be processed. Following any review, your grade may go up, down, or stay the same.
How to apply for OxfordAQA RoMM
- Download and complete the OxfordAQA post-results services application form. Fill in the form carefully, ensuring all required details are complete and accurate.
- Pay the fee: as mentioned in the form at the specified branches of the designated bank. Bank details are provided in the form.
- Email your application: send a digital copy of the completed form along with a scanned copy of the yellow fee deposit slip to info@britishcouncil.org.pk before the deadline.
Priority Services: AS/A Level – 18 Aug 2025, GCSE – 25 Aug 2025
Regular Services: 15 September 2025
Additional details and fee submission instructions are available in the application form.
Pearson Edexcel Review of Marking and Moderation (RoMM)
If you think your awarded grade does not align with the quality of your work, Pearson offers the following post results services: clerical re-check, review of marking, access to scripts (ATS), ATS (post - RoMM)
How to apply for Pearson Edexcel re-marking
- Download and complete the Pearson Edexcel Review of Marking and Moderation (RoMM) form. Ensure all required details are filled in accurately and sign the form.
- Pay the applicable fee at the designated bank listed on the form. Bank details are provided in the application.
- Submit your request by email: send a scanned copy of the completed form along with the bank deposit slip to the British Council before the deadline. Late submissions will not be accepted.
Deadline: 6 February 2026
Pearson Edexcel Review of Marking and Moderation form
Access to Scripts (ATS)
You can also request Access to Scripts (ATS) to receive a copy of your marked exam paper. This can help you decide whether to apply for a review or support your future learning, and submit your request through the School Registration System (SRS) Portal. Send these doucments (Payment proof: A single consolidated bank demand draft, pay order, or bank deposit slip. You can also pay via ATM or IBFT to the Virtual Account assigned to you, and Copy of your statement of results ) through courier to “British Council, C/O British Deputy High Commission, Shahrah-e-Iran, Clifton, Karachi,
Full details of each service, including fees, deadlines and the application process are provided in the Pearson_EAR_ON_2025 available in the Downloads section below.
Please read the instructions carefully before applying.
How to retake international exams
If you have decided that retaking your International GCSE, International AS & A Levels is the best path forward, you must register through our School Registration System (SRS) portal.
What you need to register for an exam retake
As a private candidate, you will need to provide the following to ensure your records are linked and previous marks (like coursework) are carried forward correctly:
- Your previous centre number and candidate number.
- A copy of your most recent Statement of Results.
- A proof of payment (Bank deposit slip, ATM receipt, or IBFT confirmation).
Register to retake an International exam
Here you’ll find the information needed in order to resit an international exam with Cambridge International Education, OxfordAQA and Pearson Edexcel as a private candidate.
| Retake international exams | Cambridge exams | OxfordAQA exam | Pearson Edexcel exam |
|---|---|---|---|
| Available sessions |
June Candidates: you can register for retakes in the following October/November session. Retake entry window: Cambridge provides a specific "Retake" registration window for candidates who sat the same syllabus in the immediately preceding session. |
Three Sessions: January May/June November |
Three Sessoions: January May/June November International GCSE: Available in May/June and Novmeber. International A Levels: The January session is widely used for unit based resits. |
| Structure | Linear: Usuarlly involves retaking all written component | Modular: You can resit specific units rather than the whole subject. | Modular: Highly flexible; individual units can be retaken independently. |
| Estimated retake cost* (PKR) |
Cambridge retake cost is determind by the specific syllabus and the number of compnents you want to retake. Generally the cost of single subject retake changes. please review the document in downloads section for updated rates. |
OxfordAQA retake costs depend on wheather you are retaking a full exam or a specific unit. International GCSEs: Fees are typically changed per subject. International A Levels: Fees are calculated per unit, allowing you to resit only the specif modules you need to improve. Please review the document in downloads section for updated rates. |
Pearon Edexcel retake costs are based on individual units or full subjects. International GCSEs: Standard subject fees apply International A Levels: You pay per unit, which is ideal for targeted grade improvement. Please review the document in downloads section for updated rates. |
| How to register for a retake |
To register for a retake and obtain the exact fee for your specific subjects, please log in to the School Registration System (SRS) portal or contact your local British Council office for the current session’s pricing guide. |
To register for a retake, please log in to the SRS portal to view the exact fees for your chosen subjects. |
To register for a retake, always refer to your SRS dashboard for the most accurate pricing before making a payment. |
Register to retake exams through the School Registration System (SRS) portal
*Note: Costs are approximate for 2025/2026 and fluctuate based on the British Council exchange rate and specific syllabus options. Late entries can double or triple these fees.
How many times can you retake International GCSE, O Level and AS & A Levels?
An exam is officially considered a retake/resit only if the candidate has sat the same syllabus within the past year.
Generally, there is no official limit to how many times you can resit an exam with Cambridge International Education, Pearson Edexcel or OxfordAQA. You can continue to sit for an exam as long as the syllabus is still available.
However, we recommend checking with your prospective university or employer, as some institutions may have specific policies regarding the number of attempts for certain competitive courses.