If you need to add, delete or correct a GCE subject entry as a private candidate, check the subject-amendment deadline and use the Candidates Portal. SEAB advises candidates to correct their selections before making payment. It says an amendment fee is payable for subject changes after registration is finalised.
Check the rules for the year you registered. A subject amendment and withdrawal have different deadlines and procedures. If you intend to remove all your entries, confirm whether the withdrawal route applies.
- Compare the subject titles and codes before payment.
- Check whether the subject-amendment window is still open.
- Review any amendment fee and added subject charges.
- Confirm the final entries after submitting the change.
If you have not paid yet
SEAB advises checking the subjects selected in the portal before paying. Compare the exact codes and levels against the syllabus list for your candidate type. If the selection differs from your plan, make the necessary correction while the applicable registration procedure allows it.
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If your registration is already finalised
Use the official amendment procedure within the stated deadline. In the 2026 GCE cycle, SEAB required subject amendments, including deletions, through the Candidates Portal. It listed a S$30 amendment fee per subject after payment, separate from fees for added subjects. Treat that amount as a 2026 example and check the current registration information.
For instance, if you discover you chose a different syllabus code after payment, compare both entries and identify what needs to change. Check the portal’s instructions and fee before submitting, then confirm the resulting list.
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If the deadline has passed
SEAB’s FAQ says amendments are unavailable after the stated amendment deadline. Check your confirmed entry and contact SEAB if you need advice about the situation. If you intend to withdraw, read the withdrawal and refund guide and verify the separate conditions.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I change my subjects by email?
The published 2026 GCE guidance required subject amendments through the Candidates Portal and did not accept amendment requests by email or phone.
Does this also change my personal details?
Use the official procedure for personal particulars. Subject amendments concern examination entries.
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Official information
Consult SEAB’s official FAQ on payment and subject amendments and the private-candidate registration instructions for the relevant examination year. Guidance checked on 8 November 2026.