The long wait is finally over for thousands of Sri Lankan students! The GCE Advanced Level (A/L) 2024 examination results have officially been released today, April 26, 2025. This was confirmed by the Commissioner General of Examinations, Amith Jayasundara, during a press briefing. The results are now available online, allowing students to see their performance and take the next step toward university admissions, professional courses, or entering the workforce.

What Is the GCE A/L Examination?

The General Certificate of Education Advanced Level (GCE A/L) examination is one of the most important exams for Sri Lankan students. It is usually taken after 13 years of schooling and is a key qualification for university admission. The GCE A/L tests students in different subject streams like Science, Commerce, Arts, and Technology. This exam is crucial because it determines eligibility for higher education opportunities, scholarships, and sometimes even employment options.

Key Facts About GCE A/L 2024 Results

This year, a total of 333,183 candidates sat for the GCE A/L 2024 exam, including 253,390 school candidates and 79,793 private candidates. The exams were conducted between November 25 and December 31, 2024, at 2,312 examination centers across Sri Lanka. Practical exams for subjects like Biosystems Technology were held in early February 2025. Despite challenges such as bad weather during the exam period, the Department of Examinations worked hard to ensure a fair and accurate marking process.

Where to Check GCE A/L 2024 Results

Students can now easily check their results online. Here’s how:

1. Visit the official websites: www.doenets.lk or www.results.exams.gov.lk.
2. Click on the “GCE A/L 2024 Results” link.
3. Enter your exam index number and any other required information.
4. Click “Submit” to view and download your results.

Tip: Make sure you have a good internet connection and your index number ready. If you face any problems accessing your results online, you can contact your school for help or call the Department of Examinations helpline at +94 11 2785220.

Additional Information

• Students can also collect physical copies of their result sheets from their schools.
• Private candidates may receive their results by post or through regional education offices.
• Universities and other higher education institutions will use these results for admissions later this year.
• Students who are not satisfied with their results will have an opportunity to apply for re-scrutiny (rechecking of exam papers).

The Commissioner General emphasized that this year’s evaluation process was carried out in phases to ensure accuracy and fairness, giving students results they can trust.