Final 2026 WAEC Timetable Released: Full Schedule for WASSCE Candidates

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has released the Final 2026 WASSCE Timetable for school candidates across Nigeria and other West African countries. The examination is scheduled to commence in April 2026 and run through June 2026, covering practical, essay, objective, and oral papers across various subjects.

Candidates are advised to carefully study the timetable, identify their examination dates, and begin intensive preparations ahead of the examination period.

Key Highlights of the 2026 WASSCE Timetable

Examinations begin on April 21, 2026 with Food and Nutrition Practical.

Practical and performance-based subjects such as Physical Education, Food and Nutrition, and French Oral will be conducted between April 27 and May 8, 2026, with dates arranged by WAEC.

Core subjects including Mathematics, English Language, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Government, Economics, Geography, and Civic Education are spread throughout May and June.

The examination is expected to end on June 19, 2026 with Commerce and Catering Craft Practice.


Important Examination Dates

Mathematics

Wednesday, June 3, 2026

Mathematics Essay

Mathematics Objective


English Language

Wednesday, June 10, 2026

English Language Essay and Objective

Test of Orals


Physics

Monday, June 1, 2026

Physics Essay and Objective


June 15 & 18, 2026

Physics Practical (Alternative A & B)


Chemistry

May 20, 2026

Chemistry Practical


June 11, 2026

Chemistry Essay and Objective


Biology

June 16, 2026

Biology Essay and Objective


June 17, 2026

Biology Practical


Government

June 4, 2026

Government Essay and Objective


Economics

June 17, 2026

Economics Essay and Objective


WAEC Candidates Advised to Prepare Early

Education stakeholders have urged candidates to begin serious preparations immediately. With the timetable now officially available, students can create personal study schedules, focus on weak subjects, and participate in revision classes to improve their chances of success.

Candidates are also encouraged to:

Confirm all examination dates and venues with their schools.

Arrive at examination centres early.

Avoid examination malpractice.

Participate in practical rehearsals where necessary.

Make use of past questions and mock examinations.


What This Means for Students

The release of the final timetable signals the beginning of the final preparation phase for the 2026 WASSCE. Candidates aiming for admission into universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education should take advantage of the remaining months to strengthen their academic performance.

Parents and guardians are equally advised to provide the necessary support, learning materials, and conducive study environments to help candidates excel.

Conclusion

The release of the Final 2026 WAEC Timetable marks an important milestone for secondary school students preparing for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE). Candidates should download the timetable, identify their examination dates, and begin strategic preparation for each subject.

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