Basedata

Basedata is examination data which is used to process entries and results using EDI files. Designed to be electronically imported into a centre’s administration software, it includes the specification codes, entry codes, timetables and fees.

Basedata is series-specific and needs to be uploaded for each new series.

More information about basedata can be found in the JCQ booklet Formats for the Exchange of Examination Related Data.

Version control

• 1a21 Version 2: 14/10/2020 - Link file updated to remove R022C
• 6a21 Version 2: 15/12/2020 - All files updated to include Entry Level Art & Design (R310) and the Link and Option files updated to include three additional entry options for GCSE History A (J410)
• 6a21 Version 3: 17/12/2020 - All files updated to include Entry Level Physical Education (R463)
• 6a21 Version 4: 19/01/2021 - Component file updated to reflect change of name for Entry Level Physical Education (R463/01)
  

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Version control

• 6a20 Version 1: 14/02/2020 – removed incorrect version (available 12–14 Feb) and re-uploaded correct version
• 6a20 Version 2: 02/07/2020 – updated results type indicator

The discount codes included in our basedata (within the option file) are taken directly from the DfE and are subject to change. We will not re-issue the option file with any updates to the discount codes from the DfE, so these will need to be manually amended within your management information system (MIS). For help with this, please speak to your MIS provider.

We provide basedata from the last year for centres to import into their management information systems. If you require basedata from previous years, please contact us.