MOE Leverages Digital Platforms, E-Thaksalawa access to Ensure Uninterrupted Exam Preparation for students
In a prompt response to mitigate further uncertainty, the Ministry of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education has acted swiftly to ensure academic continuity after Cyclone Ditwah, announcing that the postponed GCE A/L examinations will now be commenced from 12th to 20th of January in 2026.
Recognizing the challenges faced by students during this unexpected emergency situation, the MOE has proactively leveraged digital technology to provide continuous educational support enhancing access to the national e-learning platform, E-thaksalawa, that will enable students to access subject content and past papers from any location. This effort will ensure that the students will receive uninterrupted preparation for the examination irrespective of school closures and external crises.
This rapid digitalization of educational support was made possible through the dedicated efforts of a collaborative task force involving senior MOE officials and the Prime Minister’s Task Force on Digital Transformation, whose swift coordination ensured that essential learning content was curated, uploaded, and made accessible to students.
Looking ahead, similar digital learning resources will be made available for GCE Ordinary Level (O/L) students from February 2026, marking a significant step towards a more resilient, digitally integrated education system in Sri Lanka capable of adapting to unforeseen challenges.
