Over 10,000 to take SPM repeat exam
The Education Ministry said in a statement yesterday that the examination will cover three subjects – Bahasa Melayu, History and Mathematics.
The ministry reminded all candidates to refer to the examination timetable, which can be downloaded from the Malaysian Examination Syndicate's official portal for details such as the date, time, paper code and examination paper.
'Candidates are also reminded to bring their identification documents and Examination Registration Statement to the examination centre,' it said.
The examination registration statement can be downloaded from the Online Examination Management System at sppat.moe.gov.my.
'Candidates must comply with the standard operating procedure and regulations to ensure the smooth running of the examination,' it added.
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