When were the 2024 UCE Results released?
Kampala, Uganda – The Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) has released the 2024 Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) results, marking a historic shift to the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC). Unlike previous years, where candidates were ranked into divisions, the new system assesses students based on competency levels, with grades ranging from A (Exceptional) to E (Elementary). Find out how to check your 2024 UCE results here.
How did students perform in the 2024 UCE Results?
Out of 359,417 registered candidates, a total of 357,120 (99.4%) sat for the exams, while 2,297 (0.6%) were absent. The absenteeism rate continues to decline, a positive trend indicating increased student participation.
A significant 98.05% (350,146 candidates) qualified for the UCE certificate, which will be indicated as Result 1 on their transcripts. However, candidates who did not meet the requirements—such as failing to sit for compulsory subjects, missing at least eight subjects, or lacking project work scores—will have Result 2 indicated on their transcripts.
Special Needs Candidates performance in 2024 UCE Results
Among 743 candidates with special needs, 703 (95.3%) qualified for the UCE certificate. Particularly noteworthy was the performance of deaf candidates, all of whom passed.
Drop in Examination Malpractice Cases
A major highlight was the sharp decline in cases of examination malpractice. This year, only 984 candidates were implicated in 64 cases, a drastic reduction from nearly 3,000 cases last year. The nature of competency-based exams makes malpractice difficult, but concerns remain, especially in science practicals.
Physics recorded the highest number of malpractice cases, with 883 out of 984 cases (93.1%) occurring in the sciences. Investigations revealed that some teachers provided students with experimental results to copy, rather than allowing them to conduct the experiments independently.
Were the 2024 UCE Results marked under Competency-Based Assessment?
Under the new CBC system, candidates no longer receive division rankings. Instead, they qualify for the UCE certificate if they obtain at least a D (Basic competency) in one subject.
The final grade for each subject is determined through a combination of:
- Continuous Assessment (CA): School-based evaluations throughout the learning cycle.
- End-of-Cycle Examination: The final UNEB-administered assessment.
This change aims to shift focus from rote memorization to practical skills and understanding, aligning with global education standards.
How did Boys and Girls Perform in 2024 UCE Results?
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Total registered candidates:359,417
- Males: 177,133 (49.3%)
- Females: 182,284 (50.7%)
- USE beneficiaries: 136,785 (38.1%)
- Non-USE candidates: 222,632 (61.9%)
With this first cohort under the CBC system, UNEB will closely monitor how schools and students adapt to the new approach, ensuring that Uganda’s education system continues to evolve to meet modern learning standards.
Way Forward
As Uganda transitions fully to competency-based learning, stakeholders—including teachers, parents, and students—must embrace continuous assessment as a key determinant of final grades. UNEB has emphasized that learning should focus on skills application rather than memorization, setting the stage for a more practical and future-ready education system.
For further details on school performance and individual results, students and parents can check the UNEB portal or visit their respective schools.
