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

• Aa20 Version 2: 01/09/2020 - Link file updated to include H573 options B, C, D, E
• Aa20 Version 3: 02/09/2020 - Link file updated to amend H459 and the end of line marker
• Ab20 Version 2: 04/09/2020 - Link file updated to amend J170-J176

Version control

• 6a20 Version 1: 14/02/2020 – removed incorrect version (available 12–14 Feb) and re-uploaded correct version
  
• 6b20 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
  
• 6b20 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 website 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.