GCE O/L 2026 NIC Paper Download & Application Guide

Applications have been called for the GCE Ordinary Level Examination 2026. Students are required to provide their National Identity Card Number when submitting the examination application.

The Department of Examinations has issued instructions for assigning a special identification number to students who have not received their National Identity Card.

However, teachers and school examination coordinators are advised not to assign the special identification number immediately when a student reports that the National Identity Card has not yet been received.

First, check whether the student’s National Identity Card Paper has already been updated and made available online.

GCE O/L 2026 NIC Paper Download & Application Guide

Recommended Procedure for Teachers

1. Ask the student whether an application for the National Identity Card has already been submitted.
2. Obtain the NIC application reference number and the mobile number used for the application.
3. Check whether the student’s official NIC Paper is available through the online service.
4. Download and print the available document.
5. Provide a copy to the relevant student for future official and examination-related requirements.

Important: The online availability of the NIC Paper should be checked before assigning the special identification number provided for students without a National Identity Card