Download the official WAEC GCE Timetable for 2025/2026 First Series in PDF. Get all the dates and subjects for the WASSCE exams here.
The timetable for WAEC GCE First Series 2025/2026 exams for private candidates is now available. Candidates preparing for the WASSCE can download the full PDF schedule below to stay organized and ready for their exams.
When Will the 2025 WAEC GCE Start?
The WAEC GCE exams for 2025/2026 are set to commence on 29th January, 2025 and will conclude on 15th, February 2025. This timetable includes all the important dates and times for the various subjects.
Download WAEC GCE Timetable 2025 PDF
The official WAEC GCE timetable for 2025/2026 first series can be downloaded from the WAEC portal. This timetable has been approved by the West African Examinations Council and includes all subjects and exam times.
WAEC GCE Timetable for First Series 2025
Wednesday, 29th January 2025
- Hausa
- Paper 2 (Essay): 9:30 am – 11:30 am
- Paper 1 (Objective): 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
- Igbo
- Paper 2 (Essay): 9:30 am – 11:30 am
- Paper 1 (Objective): 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
- Yoruba
- Paper 2 (Essay): 9:30 am – 11:30 am
- Paper 1 (Objective): 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Thursday, 30th January 2025
- Biology
- Paper 2 (Essay): 9:30 am – 11:10 am
- Paper 1 (Objective): 11:10 am – 12:00 pm
- Paper 3 (Alternative to Practical): 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Friday, 31st January 2025
- Chemistry
- Paper 2 (Essay): 9:30 am – 11:30 am
- Paper 1 (Objective): 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
- Paper 3 (Alternative to Practical): 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Saturday, 1st February 2025
- General Mathematics
- Paper 2 (Essay): 9:30 am – 12:00 pm
- Paper 1 (Objective): 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Tuesday, 4th February 2025
- Agricultural Science
- Paper 2 (Essay): 9:30 am – 11:40 am
- Paper 1 (Objective): 11:40 am – 12:30 pm
- Literature-in-English
- Paper 3 (Drama & Poetry): 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Wednesday, 5th February 2025
- Christian Religious Studies
- Paper 2 (Essay): 9:30 am – 11:30 am
- Paper 1 (Objective): 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
- Islamic Studies
- Paper 2 (Essay): 9:30 am – 11:30 am
- Paper 1 (Objective): 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Thursday, 6th February 2025
- Physics
- Paper 2 (Essay): 9:30 am – 11:00 am
- Paper 1 (Objective): 11:00 am – 12:15 pm
- Paper 3 (Alternative to Practical): 2:00 pm – 4:45 pm
Friday, 7th February 2025
- Geography
- Paper 2 (Essay): 9:30 am – 11:30 am
- Paper 1 (Objective): 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
- Paper 3 (Practical and Physical Geography): 3:30 pm – 5:20 pm
Saturday, 8th February 2025
- English Language
- Paper 2 (Essay): 9:30 am – 11:30 am
- Paper 1 (Objective): 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
- Paper 3 (Test of Orals): 2:00 pm – 2:45 pm
Monday, 10th February 2025
- Financial Accounting
- Paper 2 (Theory and Practice): 9:30 am – 12:00 pm
- Paper 1 (Objective): 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Tuesday, 11th February 2025
- Further Mathematics
- Paper 2 (Essay): 9:30 am – 12:00 pm
- Paper 1 (Objective): 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Wednesday, 12th February 2025
- Literature-in-English
- Paper 2 (Prose): 9:30 am – 10:45 am
- Paper 1 (Objective): 10:45 am – 11:45 am
- Agricultural Science
- Paper 3 (Alternative to Practical): 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Thursday, 13th February 2025
- Economics
- Paper 2 (Essay): 9:30 am – 11:30 am
- Paper 1 (Objective): 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Friday, 14th February 2025
- Government
- Paper 2 (Essay): 9:30 am – 11:30 am
- Paper 1 (Objective): 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
- Commerce
- Paper 2 (Essay): 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
- Paper 1 (Objective): 5:30 pm – 6:20 pm
Saturday, 15th February 2025
- Civic Education
- Paper 2 (Essay): 9:30 am – 11:30 am
- Paper 1 (Objective): 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Important Notes for WAEC GCE Candidates
- Exam Timing Differences: Always follow the duration stated on the question paper if it differs from the timetable.
- Advance Question Papers:
- Visual Art papers will be provided to candidates two weeks before the exam date.
- Special Needs Candidates: Students with special needs will be given 1.5 times the standard duration for each paper.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Can I bring food to the exam hall?
No, bringing food into the examination hall is not allowed.
2. Are mobile phones allowed?
No, mobile phones are strictly prohibited in the exam hall.
3. Can I bring a calculator?
Yes, calculators are permitted, provided they comply with WAEC guidelines.
To ensure a successful exam, make sure to download the WAEC GCE past questions and answers for all subjects, including both objective and theory papers.
Good luck with your preparation and stay focused on achieving the best possible GCE results.