If you want to add an SEC subject after paying, check whether SEAB’s subject-amendment window is open. Confirm the subject is available to private candidates at your chosen level and review the additional charges before submitting the change.
For the 2026 GCE exercise, candidates made subject amendments through the Candidates Portal by the published deadline. SEAB listed a $30 amendment fee per subject for candidates who had already paid, with the fee for each added subject charged separately. Use the SEC registration instructions for the actual charges and deadlines.
- Look up the SEC subject and syllabus code on the private-candidate list.
- Check the amendment deadline and fee for your registration exercise.
- Confirm the new subject appears in the updated registration and later on the relevant exam documents.
What to check before adding the subject
Suppose you have paid for English and want to add Mathematics. Find the entry for the Mathematics level you plan to take. Check any eligibility conditions and the timetable, then review the portal total for the new subject and any amendment charge. Keep the confirmation that applies to the amended entry.
What if the portal no longer shows an amendment option?
Check the published schedule first. If the window should still be open and the option is missing, contact SEAB with the subject code and the status of your current entry. If the window has closed, use any options SEAB publishes for that registration exercise. Continue planning for the subjects already confirmed.
Frequently asked questions
Is the amendment charge the same as the fee for the new subject?
The 2026 GCE process treated the amendment charge and added-subject fee as separate items. Use the SEC fee schedule and portal total for your year.
Where do I confirm my addition went through?
Check the current portal registration record and any acknowledgement SEAB issues. Later, check the Entry Proof against the revised list.