Speaking to the media, Prof. Chandradasa said students should avoid staying up late to study tonight and instead focus on calming activities, including religious observances or relaxation, to keep their minds at ease. He also emphasized that this is not the time to start learning new subject matter, advising candidates to revise only what they have already studied.
He noted that the first five minutes after receiving the question paper are particularly important, as anxiety levels tend to rise during this period. Students were encouraged to use that time to read the paper carefully and select the easiest question rather than rushing to write immediately. Beginning with a question they feel confident about, he said, can reduce negative stress and build positive momentum during the exam.
The 2025 GCE Ordinary Level examination is scheduled to be held at 3,545 centres nationwide, with 451,463 candidates expected to sit the exam, according to the Department of Examinations.
