Cambridge IGCSE Past Exam Papers

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Cambridge IGCSE past exam papers are now updated up to November 2024 examination series. Year 2026 Specimen papers are now available.

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Cambridge IGCSE is being offered by CAIE (Cambridge Assessment International Education) board from The University of Cambridge. These Cambridge IGCSE past exam papers are copyrighted by UCLES.

  • Updated up to November 2024 series past exam papers. YAY!
  • 2027 Specimen papers are now available.
  • “Specimen Papers” would be available when there is a change of syllabus for that year. Otherwise, “Specimen Papers” would not be available when the syllabus stays the same.
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10,966 Replies to “Cambridge IGCSE Past Exam Papers”

  1. Dear IGCSE Centre team,
    I would like to ask about IGCSE ICT Paper 1 (Theory). In ‘Discuss’ questions, our teacher and various mark schemes have stated that 1 mark is for a reasoned conclusion. But I am not aware on how to write the conclusion. The mark scheme does not specify this. So what should I do next?

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    • Hi Dhruv,

      Upon checking the Examiner’s Report, discuss question requires more detailed answers covering both advantages and disadvantages. This type of question is looking for comparisons between the two methods rather than descriptions. In order to achieve high marks on these types of question candidates needed to read the scenario then give answers related to it. The examiners awarded a mark for giving a reason for the method used in the form of a conclusion.

      We suggest that you download the Examiner’s Report from here: https://www.igcsecentre.com/cambridge-igcse-past-exam-papers/ then study what are the needed points to gain marks. You could also learn the common mistakes candidates made during the exam.

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  3. Hi,
    I have a question regarding English 0500.
    While going through the marking scheme for a paper 1 summary writing, i encountered the following remark-
    “If a candidate lists more than one point per line,they cannot receive marks for both even if they are right.”
    Therefore,
    I did not understand what this point clearly because will the size of the handwriting matter?.
    So please could you explain this point to me.
    Your help with be greatly appreciated.

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    • Hello Bob,

      The meaning of “one point per line” is the content of your writing. This means that you will not earn marks if you do more than what is required. We suggest that you answer directly the question and keep within the word limit. For more tips, kindly read this article: https://www.igcsecentre.com/how-to-write-a-summary/#. You may also be interested with our exam model answers. Our model answers will show you what is an A* answer is like for the writing questions/exercises: https://www.igcsecentre.com/igcse-exam-resources/

      Lastly, the most important thing is to write legibly. The size of your handwriting doesn’t matter. As long as it clear and easy to read.

      Hope this helps.

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        • Hi Devi,

          First of all, take a deep breath and relax. This article will help you: https://www.igcsecentre.com/how-to-handle-your-stress-when-exam-is-approaching/.

          You must put your mind on answering your paper, not stressing. When you concentrate on one thing, your mind can’t think of another thing. Believe in yourself and your abilities.

          Furthermore, we suggest that you use a pencil and if you still have time, double check your answers and compare your answers from the booklet and the OMR sheet.

          You may want to subscribe to our newsletter where we send out valuable FREE email courses. You will learn exam techniques & it will help you score A* in your exam.

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      • Sir i recently also posted you my another doubt about igcse coordinated science paper 2 and how to solve it , please igcse centre i request you to again check in your database or else i have to write that long doubt again ,please help meee!!

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        • Hi Devi,

          First of all, take a deep breath and relax. This article will help you: https://www.igcsecentre.com/how-to-handle-your-stress-when-exam-is-approaching/.

          You must put your mind on answering your paper, not stressing. When you concentrate on one thing, your mind can’t think of another thing. Believe in yourself and your abilities.

          Furthermore, we suggest that you use a pencil and if you still have time, double check your answers and compare your answers from the booklet and the OMR sheet.

          You may want to subscribe to our newsletter where we send out valuable FREE email courses. You will learn exam techniques & it will help you score A* in your exam.

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          • First of all thank you very much for your coordination . Secondly,my real doubt was, if bychance in igcse coordinated science paper 2 while copying my answers from the booklet into my OMR sheet i fill the wrong circle in the OMR sheet despite having ticked the correct answer in the booklet, what could then i do to correct my answer in the OMR sheet.
            I would be very very thankful to you if you answer my last doubt

          • Hello Devi,

            OMR are marked automatically by the computer. As such, follow what we advice before. Use pencil and double check you answers.

            Believe in yourself and your abilities.

          • First of all thank you very much for your coordination . Secondly,my real doubt was, if bychance in igcse coordinated science paper 2 while copying my answers from the booklet into my OMR sheet i fill the wrong circle in the OMR sheet inspite having ticked the correct answer in the booklet, what could then i do to correct my answer in the OMR sheet.
            I would be very very thankful to you if you answer my last doubt

          • Hello Devi,

            OMR are marked automatically by the computer. As such, follow what we advice before. Use pencil and double check you answers.

            Believe in yourself and your abilities.

    • Hello Devi,

      Paper 6 or the Alternative to Practical paper is simply an alternative mode of assessment to Practical examination paper. It requires the same kind of practical work in preparation as the Practical Examination paper. The syllabus ( https://www.igcsecentre.com/cambridge-igcse-subjects-syllabuses/ ) makes it clear, in the Aims, the Assessment Objectives and Practical Assessment sections, that the course should be thought practically and that candidates should have experience of doing (rather than merely seeing) experimental work. The Alternative to Practical paper assess the practical skills, including both data handling and familiarity with standard laboratory equipment.

      Here are some tips for you:

      – As with all exams it is essential that you read practical exam papers very carefully. You must follow the instructions on the paper so that you do the correct experiments and record the correct observations. If the question tells you to record results or observations in a certain place you must record them in that place.

      – Do not panic if the context of the practical experiment appears unfamiliar. Where appropriate the question paper will tell you exactly what to do and how to do it.

      – If you find yourself in real difficulty setting up your practical equipment you may ask your supervisor for help. You will only lose one or two marks for this.

      Hope this helps.

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