The wait is over! The KCSE, KPSEA, and KILEA exam results are finally out. If you are a student or a parent of a student who did their examinations in the year 2025, you can now check the examination results via various portals available on the KNEC website. The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) is a state parastatal in Kenya mandated to set exams and release exam results once they are ready. But do you know the processes involved with checking the results?
On January 9th, 2026, Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba officially released the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Examinations (KCSE) results. Three days later, on January 12th, 2026, KNEC released the KPSEA and KILEA performance reports. In this guide, we will walk you through the processes to follow to get your exam results. So, ensure to read to the end to get the correct portal link to access your results.
What You Need Before Accessing Your Results
Before you visit the portal, ensure you have the following information readily available:
For KCSE Results:
- Your complete index number (exactly as it appears on your examination card)
- At least one of your registered names (first name, middle name, or surname)
- A stable internet connection to handle potential high traffic on the portal
For KPSEA Results:
- Student’s assessment number
- At least one of the students’ registered names
- For KILEA results, coordinate directly with your child’s school to collect the performance report
Accessing Your Results Online
When it comes to getting exam results in Kenya, the Kenya National Examination Council has done an excellent job by making them available on various online portals. The good thing is that you can access your exam results in real-time by directly visiting the official KNEC website, as shown in the steps below:
Checking KCSE Results Online
The 2025 KCSE results were officially released on January 9th, 2026. This year’s exam results registered 993,226 students, of whom 492,019 were male, and 501,215 were female. Notably, this marks the second consecutive year that female candidates outnumbered male candidates in the KCSE examinations, continuing a significant milestone in gender parity. The results are shown in the table below:
| Grade | Candidates |
|---|---|
| A | 1,932 |
| A- | 9,336 |
| B+ | 23,990 |
| B | 50,215 |
| B- | 80,681 |
| C+ | 104,561 |
| C | 115,801 |
| C- | 120,615 |
| D+ | 126,951 |
| D and below | 359,144 |
The top grade (A) was achieved by 1,932 candidates, representing just 0.19% of the candidate class. Overall, 270,715 candidates scored C+ and above, qualifying them for university entry and representing 27.18% of all candidates, the highest proportion recorded in over a decade.
To check the KCSE 2025 results, follow the steps below:
- Visit the official KNEC portal at https://results.knec.ac.ke/
- Once the website fully opens, look for the KCSE results tab and click it to open the portal. Alternatively, you can access the portal directly using the link results.knec.ac.ke
- On the presented interface, key in your index number and any one of your registered names, and click on View Results
- Your exam results will then be shown on your screen
Important Note: Due to high traffic immediately after the results are released, the portal may experience temporary slowdowns. If you encounter difficulties accessing your results, you can contact KNEC’s toll-free numbers: 0800724900 or 0800721410 for assistance.
Below is a video that guides you on how to access your exam results online:
Collecting Your Physical KCSE Result Slip
In addition to viewing your results online, KNEC dispatches physical result slips to Sub-County Directors of Education (SCDE) offices across the country. Candidates should check with their respective schools to confirm when result slips are available for collection, as schools communicate the exact date and collection process directly to candidates. Ensure you carry a valid form of identification — your national ID, birth certificate, or school ID — when collecting your physical result slip. If you are unable to collect the slip yourself, an authorised representative may collect it on your behalf with a written letter of authorisation and their own valid ID.
What Is KPSEA and KILEA?
KPSEA and KILEA are formative assessments introduced under the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) to replace the former Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE). KPSEA is administered to Grade 6 learners in mainstream primary schools, while KILEA targets learners in Integrated and Special Needs Education (SNE) programmes. Unlike KCPE, these assessments are primarily monitoring tools; they evaluate how well learners have developed competencies and values rather than serving as a strict placement examination. The 2025 KPSEA examination was sat by 1,298,089 candidates, while the 2025 KILEA examination was sat by 1,130,587 candidates. According to KNEC, only schools and parents can access the students’ results, which helps teachers reinforce areas where the candidates haven’t performed well.
Access Process for KPSEA & KILEA Results
To check learners’ results, the processes involved are as narrated below:
For Schools
If you are a school head, follow these detailed steps:
- Visit the CBA Portal link accessible via https://cba.knec.ac.ke/
- Log in to the portal using your school’s administrative credentials
- Choose the type of exam results you want to see, i.e., either KPSEA or KILEA
- Once you have access to the results, navigate to the Reports tab and choose View Reports
- You’ll see a search interface where you can enter the learner’s assessment number to access their detailed performance report
- The system allows you to view both individual student reports and comprehensive school performance analytics
- You can also download and save the performance report of various learners or generate school-wide performance summaries in this section
For Parents
For KPSEA results, parents now have access through a dedicated portal separate from the school CBA system. For KILEA candidates, parents should collect their child’s performance report directly from the school, as KILEA results are distributed through school channels rather than an online parent portal.
To access KPSEA results as a parent, follow these steps:
- Visit the KPSEA portal at https://kpsea.knec.ac.ke/
- Enter your child’s assessment number and one of their registered names
- Click View Report to access your child’s detailed performance report
- The portal provides comprehensive insights into your child’s performance across different learning areas, helping you understand their strengths and areas that may need additional support
- If you encounter difficulty accessing the portal, click Forgotten Password or contact KNEC’s toll-free support lines for assistance
Frequently Asked Questions
When were the 2025 KCSE results released?
The 2025 KCSE results were officially released on January 9th, 2026, by Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba. The KPSEA and KILEA performance reports followed on January 12th, 2026.
How do I check my 2025 KCSE results online?
Visit the official KNEC portal at results.knec.ac.ke, enter your index number and any one of your registered names, then click “View Results.” If the portal is slow due to high traffic, try accessing it during off-peak hours or contact KNEC’s toll-free lines for support.
How many candidates scored grade A in the 2025 KCSE?
A total of 1,932 candidates achieved the top grade of A in the 2025 KCSE examinations, representing approximately 0.19% of all 993,226 registered candidates.
