When the invigilator announces the end of your SEC exam, stop working on your answers and follow the instructions for closing or submitting the paper. If you notice a missing detail after the announcement, raise your hand and ask the invigilator.
SEAB’s 2026 GCE secondary rules required candidates to stop work and close the answer booklet where applicable when the end was announced. Use the SEC directions for the paper you are sitting, especially if it uses a digital submission process.
- Check candidate details and additional sheets while time remains.
- Stop working as soon as the end is announced.
- Ask the invigilator about any submission issue and wait for dismissal.
What can you check before time is up?
If time allows, check that your candidate details are complete and that any continuation sheets are in the right place. For example, if Question 6 continues on a separate sheet, check its label and the submission instructions before the end of the paper.
What if you spot a problem after time is called?
Put down your pen and raise your hand. Say what you noticed, such as an extra sheet still on the desk or a candidate number that needs checking. Follow the invigilator’s directions. In an e-exam, wait for the instructed submission steps and report any on-screen issue.
Frequently asked questions
Can I finish the last sentence?
Stop work when the invigilator announces the end, even if a response is incomplete.
Can I talk while scripts are being collected?
Follow the invigilator’s instructions and stay quiet during collection. Raise your hand if you need help.