CXC has used its digital assessment systems to keep January 2026 examinations on track. This followed recent flight disruptions linked to the Venezuelan situation.

The Caribbean Examinations Council confirmed that affected candidates continued their exams without interruption. As a result, students were able to sit their papers as scheduled.

Registrar and Chief Executive Officer Wayne Wesley spoke at a press conference in Kingston on Wednesday. He explained that CXC activated its e-assessment and hybrid e-assessment platforms.

According to Wesley, these systems supported candidates impacted by flight cancellations. Therefore, disruptions did not derail the ongoing examination period.

He said the move reflects CXC’s wider modernization strategy. In addition, the council plans to deliver all examinations digitally within three to five years.

Currently, more than 10,000 candidates across the region are writing January examinations. These exams began on Monday and will continue through January 29.

Candidates are using both digital and hybrid formats during this sitting. Consequently, flexibility remains a key feature of the process.

On Thursday, the examination schedule included English B Paper Two. It also included Human and Social Biology Paper Two.

Wesley noted that digital delivery helped maintain continuity. Moreover, it ensured fairness for candidates affected by travel issues.

After the January examinations conclude, CXC will shift focus to the May–June sitting. That period is expected to be significantly larger.

More than 100,000 candidates are projected to register for the May–June exams. In total, over 600,000 subject entries are expected.

These entries will span both CSEC and CAPE levels. Therefore, preparation is already underway.

“The work at CXC never stops,” Wesley said during the briefing. He emphasized the council’s long-standing role in regional education.

CXC has provided certification services for more than 50 years. It operates as a treaty organization of CARICOM.

Additionally, Wesley said the council remains confident in the value of its qualifications. This confidence extends regionally and internationally.

He added that modernization supports resilience during unexpected challenges. As shown, digital tools can protect exam schedules.

Overall, the January exam period continues as planned. CXC says it remains committed to reliable delivery and continuous improvement.

The council will continue monitoring developments. Meanwhile, candidates are expected to complete exams within the established timeframe.

CXC says its systems are designed to adapt. This approach helps ensure examinations remain accessible, secure, and uninterrupted.

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