The meaning of X, Y, P, W & U Symbols IN KCSE Grades
As the 2023 KCSE results bring joy to numerous students, some candidates may have encountered unexpected grades in their examination outcomes.
On January 8, Education CS Ezekiel Machogu unveiled the results of the 2023 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) exam. Typically, students receive grades through conventional means, with Grade A representing the highest and Grade E the lowest.
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However, the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) also informed students of irregularities in their exams using alternative methods. Deciphering the meaning behind various codes is crucial for both students and parents.
Education CS Ezekiel Machogu reported that a total of 4,113 candidates were involved in examination irregularities in the 2023 KCSE examination.
KNEC utilizes a set of symbols to communicate specific situations related to candidates’ examination performance. This comprehensive guide explores the meanings behind grades such as X, Y, P, W, U, providing insights into what each code signifies and how to address issues with KNEC.
W – Withheld Results
The ‘W’ grade indicates that a candidate’s examination results have been withheld due to suspicion of involvement in examination malpractice. Investigations are ongoing to ascertain the validity of the claims.
Candidates with a ‘W’ grade should patiently await the conclusion of investigations. KNEC employs this measure to ensure the fairness and credibility of the examination process.
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X – Absent Candidate
An ‘X’ grade is assigned when a candidate is declared absent, signifying that they did not sit for one or all papers in the examination. Various reasons, such as illness or unavoidable circumstances, may contribute to a candidate’s absence.
It is crucial for candidates with justified reasons for their absence to follow proper channels for reporting and resolving the issue with KNEC. President William Ruto ordered an investigation into the disparity between the number of students registered for KCSE and those who sat for the exam.
Y – Examination Irregularity
The ‘Y’ grade denotes a candidate’s involvement in an examination irregularity. Similar to the ‘X’ grade, the symbol ’00’ in KCPE results indicates an irregularity.
Irregularities may range from cheating to other forms of misconduct during the examination. Resolving this issue requires cooperation with KNEC investigations and providing any necessary information to address the matter.
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P – Pended Results
The ‘P’ grade signifies that a candidate’s examination results have been pended due to an infringement on the entry requirements for the examination. This could involve incorrect details from the Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) used for entry into the KCSE examination.
To resolve this issue, candidates and their parents should collaborate with their respective schools to rectify any discrepancies and submit the required documentation to KNEC.
U – Ungraded Results
Candidates receive a ‘U’ grade when their examination results are ungraded due to an infringement of the awards criteria.
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The meaning of X, Y, P, W & U Symbols IN KCSE Grades