The first set of ICB exams for the year officially starts in April. No need to worry, there are still two ways to write your ICB exams 2023 – online and paper-based. The April exams are all online. Choose the one that suits you best and start creating your study timetable. But before you go ahead, let us explore updates to your exam timetable, fees, venues and more.
Where Can I Find The ICB 2023 Exam Timetable?
You can find the 2023/2024 ICB exam timetable below:
You can also download a copy of the timetable right here:
Are There Any Changes To The ICB Exam Timetable?
There are a few important changes to take note of:
- All subjects are available to write online as well as on paper.
- For distance learners, there are fewer in-person exam venues.
- There are more online exam dates.
- Due to loadshedding, you can begin your online exam anytime between 9 am and 1 pm.
When Does Registration For The 2023 ICB Exams Close?
Registration for the 2023 ICB exams opened in December 2022 and will close on the following dates:
Exam Month | Exam Type | Closing Date |
April 2023 | Online | 24 February 2023 |
May 2023 | Paper | 31 March 2023 |
June 2023 | Online | 28 April 2023 |
July 2023 | Online | 26 May 2023 |
August 2023 | Paper | 7 July 2023 |
September 2023 | Online | 28 July 2023 |
October 2023 | Online | 25 August 2023 |
November 2023 | Paper | 29 September 2023 |
December 2023 | Online | 27 October 2023 |
Where Will I Write My ICB Exams in 2023?
As we said before, there are fewer physical exam venues available for distance-learning students. You can now only write at ICB-approved main centres. In 2023 this includes:
- Glenwood Presbyterian Church
- Goodwood Sports Club
- IBTC Sandton
- Akasia Country Club
- Benoni Central Methodist Church
- Damelin – East London
Please note: To keep students and providers safe, ICB is still following Covid-19 restrictions. This means that there are fewer seats in the venues. So if you want to write the paper exams, you should book your spot asap.
How Can I Book An ICB Exam?
You can book your ICB exam online via the student portal by following these simple steps:
- Log in to the student portal.
- On the left side of the screen, click ‘enter assessment’.
- Select the subject you want to book for.
- Choose your preferred exam venue.
- Click on ‘search for available assessment dates’.
- Pick one of the dates for your exam.
- Click ‘add to basket’.
- Check the contents of your basket.
- If everything looks correct, click ‘checkout’.
- Submit the exam booking by clicking ‘next step’.
- Pay the exam fees.
What Are The 2023 ICB Exam Fees?
Here are all the current fees related to your exams. As you will see, each exam booking costs R785. Depending on your circumstances, there could be a few extra fees you have to pay.
Exam Fees | R 785 |
Exam Postponement Fee (per subject) | R 330 |
Exam Late Entry Fee | R 560 |
Remark Fee (per subject) | R 1200 |
Private Invigilator Fee | R 2100 |
ICB Programme Certificate (including postage) | R 400 |
FASSET Certificate Reprint (including postage) | R 400 |
Workplace PoE Assessment (Learnerships) | R 1450 |
How Long Is The ICB Exam?
Each ICB exam is three hours long. There is also an extra 30 minutes set aside for set-up.
Can I Postpone My ICB Exam?
Yes you can postpone your ICB exam via the student portal. There are two types of postponements:
- Voluntary postponements – If you are not feeling ready to write yet.
- Involuntary or mitigating circumstances postponement – This is for when things are out of your control, and you cannot write, e.g. death in the family or illness.
Can You Switch Between Paper-Based and Online Exams?
Yes you can switch from paper-based and online exams. Also, all your exams do not have to be one or the other, each exam you write can be a different type.
How Do I Qualify To Write The 2023 ICB Exams?
As soon as you pay your annual registration fee and book an exam, you will have access to your portfolio of evidence (PoE). You must ensure that you complete this PoE before the deadline. If it is not submitted, you will not be allowed to write your final exam.
What Is A Portfolio of Evidence?
A portfolio of evidence is a collection of all the tests and assignments you do throughout the course. You must complete it using Google Chrome. Your PoE is available on the MACCI portal and includes:
- Admin activities
- Practice questions
- ID verification
- Three assignments
- 2 tests
- Exam prep
- The final exam
Please note: You must tick off the ICB PoE checklist before the due date. You will be excluded from the final exam if every task is not ticked off.
How Do ICB Online Exams Work?
ICB online exams work the same as paper-based exams. The only difference is that one is written using pen and paper, and the other with a computer. The structure is the same too. It is made up of:
- Multiple choice
- True or false
- Long questions
- Fill in the gap
Your online exam will be invigilated using special software to track your eye movements, facial recognition and any strange activity on your computer.
How Must I Contact ICB During The Online Exam?
If you experience an issue during the online exam, you can type a message through the chatbot available on Macci. There will be a support team to assist you asap.
When Will I Receive My ICB Exam Results?
This all depends on the month when you wrote the exam. It takes around seven weeks for results to come out. Check out the table below to see the exact dates:
Exam Month | Results Release Date |
April 2023 | 19 May 2023 |
May 2023 | 23 June 2023 |
June 2023 | 21 July 2023 |
July 2023 | 18 August 2023 |
August 2023 | 29 September 2023 |
September 2023 | 20 October 2023 |
October 2023 | 17 November 2023 |
November 2023 | 5 January 2024 |
December 2023 | 19 January 2024 |
What Is The Pass Mark For ICB Exams?
To pass, you must receive a mark of at least 50% in your final exams.
What Happens If You Fail An ICB Exam?
You will have to rebook and rewrite your exam if you do not pass.
What Is The ICB Pass Rate?
Over 25 000 students have received ICB qualifications within the last five years.
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Frequently Asked Questions
No, ICB exams are not open book. It is best to start studying early so you have enough time to get through all your coursework and ace your exam.
There are four ICB programmes for you to study:
You can use the ICB student portal to:
- Register for an ICB course.
- Book an exam.
- Get your exam results.
- Update personal information.
- Pay ICB.
No you cannot. ICB is not a college, so they do not offer classes or support from lecturers. They are an external exam body, which means they are only responsible for creating your exams and issuing your certificate at the end of your course.
The skills you gain from an ICB course are enough to start applying for jobs. But if you would like, you can study toward another qualification with ICB.
No, Unisa does not offer ICB Courses anymore. If you want to study via distance learning, you can enrol at Skills Academy. We are an accredited ICB training provider, and you can study with us from anywhere in South Africa.
