By: Isuru Parakrama
November 28, Colombo (LNW): In response to the ongoing adverse weather conditions, the Sri Lanka Examinations Department has announced a postponement of the 2024 GCE Advanced Level (A/L) examinations.
Originally scheduled to begin later this week, the exams will now commence on December 4, 2024.
Amith Jayasundara, the Commissioner General of Examinations, confirmed that the decision was made after carefully considering the impact of the severe weather on the safety and well-being of students and exam personnel.
The examinations, which were initially set to start earlier, have been delayed by one day, with the new starting date now confirmed for December 4.
The Department has advised all candidates and examination centres to stay updated on any further instructions, including possible changes to venue arrangements, as weather conditions continue to be closely monitored.