Request Examination Certificates Online Step‑by‑Step Guide – doenets.lk

Request Examination Certificates Online Step‑by‑Step Guide

1. Visit the official portal

Go to https://certificate.doenets.lk (a service of the Department of Examinations)

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2. Register or log in

  • First-time users: Register with your NIC, mobile number, email, and full name.

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3. Select your exam type and year

Choose one of the following:

  • G.C.E. Ordinary Level (O/L)
  • G.C.E. Advanced Level (A/L)
    Then, select the correct year (post‑2001 exams only)

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4. Enter candidate details

Provide your index number(s) and any other required candidate info for the exam you are requesting

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5. Choose certificate and delivery method

  • Select the type of certificate (local or other).
  • Choose how you’d like to receive it (e.g., speed post).
  • Provide your delivery address—even if international.

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6. Pay the required fee

Make an online payment via debit/credit card or internet banking to cover processing and postal fees

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7. Receive confirmation & reference number

Once submitted, you’ll receive a reference number—use this to track your request. You’ll also get an SMS confirmation

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8. Certificate production and delivery

  • The Department of Examinations processes and issues your certificate.
  • It will then be delivered to your address via post or courier.
    Reddit users report:

“you can get it delivered to your home”
“It didn’t take that long, within 2 weeks prolly”

Need authentication for foreign use?

If you require Foreign Ministry authentication:

  1. After certificate issuance, you’ll get an SMS with the link and reference number.
  2. Visit the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Consular portal to apply for authentication and pay the fee

Timeline & Notes

  • Certificates and authentication are available for exams from 2001 onwards
  • Delivery typically takes around 2 weeks, depending on postal service.

Summary Table

Step Action
1 Go to certificate.doenets.lk
2 Register or log in
3 Select O/L or A/L & exam year
4 Enter your index number
5 Choose certificate type & delivery option
6 Pay online fees
7 Receive SMS and reference number
8 Certificate mailed to you
9 (Optional) Authentication via MFA portal

Charges

1 Copy 600 LKR
2 Copies 900 LKR
3 Copies 1200 LKR
4 Copies 1500 LKR
5 Copies 1800 LKR

Instructions for Applicants

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