KCSE Results Released: 270,000 Attain C+ and Above
1,932 candidates attained grade A, while 270,000 scored C+ and above, qualifying them for direct entry to university. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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The 2025 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examination results have been released, with 270,000 candidates achieving a C+ grade or higher, qualifying them for direct university entry.
- A total of 993,000 candidates sat the examinations.
- The results were presented to President William Ruto by Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba.
- 1,932 candidates attained an A grade.
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Education Ministry Releases 2025 KCSE Results; 270,000 Qualify for University - January 2026
Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba released the 2025 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) results at AIC Chebisaas High School in Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County. A total of 993,000 candidates sat for the examination. President William Ruto was briefed on the results, which revealed that 270,000 candidates achieved a C+ and above, qualifying them for direct university entry. Shortly after the release, the KNEC online portal experienced a technical glitch, prompting the examination council to provide toll-free and direct lines for assistance. CS Ogamba assured candidates that university fees would remain affordable through the Student-Centred Funding Model. Among the top performers was Ashley Kerubo Momanyi of Kenya High School, who scored a rare straight A. The results also showed that male candidates generally outperformed girls in STEM subjects.
