IGCSE Chinese as a Second Language grade boundaries — June 2025
Cambridge IGCSE (CAIE) (0523). Minimum raw marks for each grade in the June 2025 series, by tier and paper combination. Pick the option matching the papers you sat.
June 2025 at a glance
- A A* in Chinese as a Second Language required 169/200 (85%) on extended · papers 01, 02, 03.
- That A* threshold is 5 marks higher than June 2024 — slightly harder to achieve.
- A grade C needed roughly 55% on extended · papers 01, 02, 03.
Extended · Papers 01, 02, 03
| Grade | Min mark | Min % |
|---|---|---|
| A* | 169 | 85% |
| A | 149 | 75% |
| B | 129 | 65% |
| C | 109 | 55% |
| D | 91 | 46% |
| E | 73 | 37% |
| F | 54 | 27% |
| G | 35 | 18% |
Maximum mark: 200.
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Figures sourced from the official Cambridge grade threshold tables. Always confirm with your exam board.