The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has officially released the final timetable for the 2026 May/June Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) for school candidates. The examination cycle begins today, Tuesday, April 21st, and is scheduled to conclude on Friday, June 19th, 2026.

This two-month examination window covers a wide range of subjects, starting with practical sessions and moving into core written papers by mid-May.

Core Subject Examination Dates

To help you plan your final revision, here are the scheduled dates for the most common core subjects:

Important Calendar Alerts

• Public Holidays: There will be no examinations on Friday, May 1st (Workers' Day) and Friday, June 12th (Democracy Day).

• Practical & Oral Exams: Most practical sessions (Foods & Nutrition, Home Management, and Arabic/French Orals) are scheduled between April 21st and May 8th.

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• Arrival Time: Candidates are strictly advised to be at their examination centres at least 30 minutes before the scheduled start time for each paper.

Preparation Resources

As the exams kick off, high-quality preparation is the difference between a "C" and an "A1." Digital resources have made it easier to access years of academic data without carrying heavy books.

• Past Questions & Solutions: Comprehensive objective and theory solutions for previous years are now available online.

• AllCBTs FREE JAMB Simulator Apps: While designed for UTME, these platforms often host extensive WAEC and NECO modules to help students practice under timed conditions.

Expert Tip: Don't just read the answers in your past questions. Try solving the theory parts on paper first, then compare your steps with the provided solutions to understand where marks are awarded.