How to check KCSE 2024 best way

 

Yes, the 2024 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) results have been released today, Thursday, January 9, 2025, by Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba at Mitihani House in Nairobi. ​​

A total of 965,501 candidates sat for the 2024 KCSE examinations. ​​

Notably, 246,391 students achieved a mean grade of C+ and above, qualifying them for university admission. ​​

However, results for 840 candidates were canceled due to examination malpractices. ​​

To access your results, follow these steps:

1. Online via the KNEC Portal:

Visit the official KNEC results portal: https://results.knec.ac.ke/.

Enter your 11-digit index number and your name as registered for the KCSE examination.

Click the 'Submit' button to view your results.

You can print or save a copy for future reference.

2. Note:

Unlike in previous years, the SMS result check service has been discontinued. ​​

Official result slips will be accessible through the examination centers where the candidates sat for their exams.

If you encounter any difficulties accessing your results, you can contact KNEC's toll-free numbers: 0800724900 or 0800721410. ​​

The 2024 KCSE results, released on January 9, 2025, by Education CS Julius Ogamba, revealed key trends and highlights:

Key Statistics

Total Candidates: 965,501 students sat for the exams.

University Qualification: 246,391 students achieved a mean grade of C+ and above, making them eligible for university admission.

Gender Parity: There was near-equal participation of male and female candidates, reflecting efforts toward gender inclusivity.

Top Performers

Schools from various regions of Kenya showed remarkable improvement, with the top-performing schools achieving mean grades in the A range.

Individual candidates from counties like Nairobi, Kiambu, and Kisumu ranked among the highest nationally.

Challenges

Examination Malpractice: Results for 840 candidates were canceled due to cheating or irregularities.

Regional Disparities: Some marginalized regions recorded lower mean grades compared to urban areas.

Analysis of Performance

Subjects like Mathematics, Sciences, and English recorded significant improvement compared to previous years.

Creative subjects such as Art and Music saw increased participation and better scores.

Access to Results

Candidates can access their results through the KNEC portal (results.knec.ac.ke).

Unlike previous years, the SMS service has been discontinued.

Future Implications

Students who scored C plain and below will still have access to diploma and certificate courses under the Competency-Based Education and Training (CBET) program.

The government plans to enhance vocational training to absorb those who don't pursue university education.