Cambridge Addresses Leaked Exam Questions from June 2025 Series

Cambridge University Press & Assessment (Cambridge) International Education division has acknowledged a limited number of question breaches across three examination papers slated for June 2025. The leaks occurred shortly before the scheduled assessments.

Investigation Findings

Cambridge’s Exam Security Team conducted an in-depth probe, verifying question leaks in the following instances:

  • One question from AS & A Level Mathematics Paper 12
  • Segments of two questions from AS & A Level Mathematics Paper 42
  • Sections of one question from AS & A Level Computer Science Paper 22

The investigation determined that there was no evidence indicating entire papers were disseminated prematurely.

Remedial Actions

To ensure impartiality, Cambridge has resolved to award all candidates full marks for the compromised questions. This adjustment may elevate the overall scores for certain candidates, which will be factored into the calculation and release of the final results.

Cambridge has expressed strong confidence in the effectiveness of this resolution, ensuring that no students will be obligated to retake examinations or experience postponements in receiving their results.

Clarification on Online Claims

Cambridge affirmed that a significant portion of alleged question paper leaks circulating online were unsubstantiated or intentionally deceptive. These included instances where candidates were solicited for monetary payment in exchange for fraudulent papers. The organization denounced these deceptive schemes and offered support to students impacted by these events.

Statements from Leadership

Uzma Yousuf, Country Director for Pakistan, commented, “Unethical individuals have compromised our question papers. The primary victims of this breach are the young individuals who have endured significant worry and distress during this crucial period.”

She conveyed gratitude to students, families, and educational institutions for their understanding and reaffirmed Cambridge’s assurance in the dependability of its qualifications.

Dr. Anthony Dawson, Director of Assessment Standards at Cambridge, stated, “Our chief concern is to ensure fairness for students who did not seek access to exam materials prior to the assessment, representing the overwhelming majority. Hence, we have implemented this solution.”

Leak Sources and Accountability

Cambridge has confirmed that it has successfully identified the origins of the leaks in each of the three incidents and is pursuing disciplinary measures against those implicated.

Details pertaining to the investigation and subsequent actions have been communicated with the Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training (MoFEPT) along with relevant authorities in Pakistan.

Incidence Rarity and Protocols

Cambridge emphasized the rarity of such incidents, considering it administers over two million examinations across 160 nations each year. However, upon discovering evidence of misconduct, the organization swiftly enforces established protocols to safeguard the integrity of its certifications.

Parliamentary Involvement

The National Assembly’s Standing Committee on Education addressed the Cambridge exam paper leaks last month, leading to the formation of a specialized subcommittee to further investigate the matter.

During a session led by Standing Committee Chairman Dr. Azimuddin Zahid, Muhammad Ali Sarfraz, a Member of the National Assembly from Faisalabad, presented evidence, including a video, of four leaked Cambridge papers to the attendees.

Subsequently, a subcommittee was established, chaired by Assembly Member Sabin, to evaluate Cambridge’s performance and address the issue of paper leaks.