WAEC Releases 2025 GCE Exam Timetable: Everything You Need to Know
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has officially released the timetable for the 2025 first series of the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for private candidates. The exam will run from Wednesday, January 29, 2025, through Saturday, February 15, 2025. If you’re preparing for the exams, here’s everything you need to stay on track and ensure you don’t miss any important paper.
Key Dates and Subject Breakdown:
Wednesday, 29th January 2025
- Hausa
- 9:30 am to 11:30 am: Essay (Hausa 2)
- 11:30 am to 12:30 pm: Objective (Hausa 1)
- Igbo
- 9:30 am to 11:30 am: Essay (Igbo 2)
- 11:30 am to 12:30 pm: Objective (Igbo 1)
- Yoruba
- 9:30 am to 11:30 am: Essay (Yoruba 2)
- 11:30 am to 12:30 pm: Objective (Yoruba 1)
Thursday, 30th January 2025
- Biology
- 9:30 am to 11:10 am: Essay (Biology 2)
- 11:10 am to 12:00 pm: Objective (Biology 1)
- 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm: Alternative to Practical (Biology 3)
Friday, 31st January 2025
- Chemistry
- 9:30 am to 11:30 am: Essay (Chemistry 2)
- 11:30 am to 12:30 pm: Objective (Chemistry 1)
- 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm: Alternative to Practical (Chemistry 3)
Saturday, 1st February 2025
- General Mathematics
- 9:30 am to 12:00 pm: Essay (Mathematics 2)
- 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm: Objective (Mathematics 1)
… and the exam continues until Saturday, February 15, 2025 with subjects like Financial Accounting, Literature-in-English, Economics, Government, and Civic Education scheduled throughout the period.
Tips for a Successful WAEC GCE:
- Stay Updated: Always check the official WAEC GCE timetable to ensure you’re aware of any changes.
- Organize Your Study: Focus on subjects according to your exam dates and make a study timetable to ensure no subject is left behind.
- Prepare Well: Use WAEC’s sample questions and marking schemes to understand the exam pattern. Revising with the WAEC syllabus can give you an edge in your preparation.
Final Word:
The 2025 WAEC GCE exams are just around the corner, and it’s important to be prepared. Don’t forget to check the official WAEC website for the full exam timetable and other related resources. Stay focused, stay calm, and you’ll do great!
To access the full timetable, click here: official WAEC GCE 2025 First Series timetable (PDF 29KB)
Related Resources:
- How to Apply for WAEC GCE
- WAEC Sample Questions and Marking Scheme
- WAEC Syllabus for All Subjects
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