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Basedata is examination data used to process entries and results through EDI files. It is imported into a centre’s administration software and includes specification codes, entry codes, timetables and fees.
You need to upload basedata for each new series, as it is series-specific. Please make sure you use the latest version.
When importing basedata, you’ll also need to use the correct awarding body identifier:
You can find more information in the JCQ booklet, Formats for the Exchange of Examination Related Data, available on the JCQ website.
We no longer publish basedata as executable (.exe) files. If you need basedata in this format, please contact us.
*You must register your candidates before you can make unit entries for these qualifications.
Version 2: Published 22/09/2025 – 1A26 – Option file updated – amended qualification number for Cambridge Advanced National in Engineering Unit F131.
Version 2: Published 05/09/2025 – Component file amended – marks cannot be submitted by EDI.
Version 3: Published 17/09/2025 – Option file amended – incorrect results type for H082 Sustainability.
*You must register your candidates before you can make unit entries for these qualifications. **For importing Cambridge Technicals results into summer series (see instructions).
Version 2: Published 05/01/26 – 6A26 – Option file amended with corrected fees.
Version 2: Published 10/03/26 – 6B26 – Option file amended with corrected fees for the Level 3 Certificate in Sustainability (H082) and associated units F227 and F228.
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.
The Cambridge Technicals and Cambridge Advanced Nationals basedata uses the following abbreviations where applicable:
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.