From the 2025 HKDSE, new examination arrangements are implemented for Category C Other Languages (OL) Subjects to promote diversified development for students and facilitate flexible career planning. The entry requirements of relevant civil service grades are revised accordingly. For more details, please visit our Blog post and webpage.

In the 2025/26 academic year, the total number of Mainland higher education institutions that accept HKDSE candidates increases to 145. Visit the webpage for details.

The HKEAA has provided verification services for candidates, educational institutions, organisations and employers, etc., to obtain or verify the candidates’ HKDSE results directly from the HKEAA. Visit the webpages on Extraction of HKDSE Results for Institutions and Certification of Examination Results for Candidates for details.