By Nathan Eyagu
The Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) has officially confirmed the timeline for the release of the 2024 Primary Leaving Examination (PLE) results, bringing much-awaited news to students, parents, and educators. With the exams now concluded, the focus is now on the results, which mark the end of a significant academic journey for over 800,000 candidates across the country.
In a statement issued from UNEB headquarters, the board revealed that the release of the 2024 PLE results is set for later this week. While the exact date of release remains undisclosed, UNEB assured the public that all logistical arrangements are in place to ensure an efficient and timely announcement. The board emphasized that they are in the final stages of preparation, with all the necessary systems in place to facilitate the swift release of results.
Access to Results
To ensure that candidates and their guardians can easily access the results, UNEB has provided several options for retrieval:
SMS Service: Candidates will be able to access their results by sending their index number to a specific code, which UNEB will communicate through official channels.
Online Portal: Results will be uploaded to the UNEB web portal, enabling candidates to check their performance online with ease.
Hard Copies: Official results will be distributed to district education offices, where schools can collect the documents for distribution to individual students.
UNEB’s Executive Director, Dan Odongo, reiterated the board’s dedication to ensuring transparency and fairness throughout the examination process. He expressed confidence in the credibility of the results, noting that the board’s systems for marking and verification have adhered to the highest standards of quality control. "We are confident in the integrity of the 2024 PLE results, as our marking and verification systems were designed to uphold fairness and accuracy," Odongo stated.
The marking process for the 2024 PLE concluded earlier this month, and UNEB has since undertaken thorough quality assurance procedures to ensure that the grading is accurate and reliable.
PLE 2024 Overview
The 2024 Primary Leaving Examination saw participation from over 800,000 candidates across Uganda. UNEB officials have praised the successful administration of the exams, highlighting that there were minimal cases of malpractice. This achievement is attributed to UNEB’s rigorous monitoring and enforcement measures, which ensured a fair and smooth process for all candidates.
As the results are finalized, UNEB has urged all stakeholders—students, parents, and educators—to be patient and rely on official UNEB communications channels for updates. The board cautioned against seeking information from unofficial sources to avoid confusion or misinformation. UNEB emphasized that the official release date and detailed guidelines for accessing the results will be made available in due course.
The release of the 2024 PLE results marks a significant milestone in the academic journey of the candidates and reflects UNEB’s ongoing efforts to enhance the integrity and quality of education in Uganda. The results will serve as a critical stepping stone for students transitioning into secondary education.
As the wait for the results comes to an end, UNEB urges all stakeholders to remain patient and celebrate the accomplishments of the students, recognizing the hard work and dedication that has gone into their education.
For additional updates and details, UNEB will continue to provide information through its official platforms. Stakeholders are encouraged to stay informed and look forward to the successful release of the 2024 PLE results.
