NECO BECE Timetable 2026: Start Date, End Date and Key Info
NECO BECE Timetable 2026 is out! Check complete exam dates, subject schedule, and key instructions for all candidates.
The National Examinations Council (NECO) Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) 2026 is fast approaching, and the official timetable for the examination has been released.
The 2026 NECO BECE timetable contains the full schedule of all examination dates, subjects, paper details, and time allocations, making it an essential guide for every candidate preparing for the exams.
All candidates and schools are strongly advised to get a copy of this timetable and study it carefully, so they can stay on top of their examination schedule and avoid missing any papers. Below, you will find the complete BECE timetable for Junior WAEC candidates, which you can either view directly or download for easy access.
2026 National Examinations Council (NECO) BECE Timetable
This is the full timetable for the National Examinations Council (NECO) Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) 2026. It contains all the examination dates, subjects, paper details, and time schedules as officially released. Candidates are advised to go through it carefully and take note of their examination days and times.
Monday, 20 April
- Paper III: Practical: Business Studies, 20 mins, 10:00 am to 10:20 am
Tuesday, 21 April
- Paper II: Computer Practical: Basic Science and Technology (BST), 45 mins, 10:00 am to 10:45 am
Wednesday, 22 April
- Paper IV: Drawing: Basic Science and Technology (BST), 45 mins, 10:00 am to 10:45 am
- Paper III: Practical: Cultural and Creative Arts (CCA), 1 hr, 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Thursday, 23 April
- Paper I: Objective: History, 1 hr, 10:00 am to 11:00 am
- Paper I: Objective: History, 1 hr, 11:00 am to 12:00 noon
- Paper I: Objective: Hausa L1, 1 hr, 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm
- Paper I: Objective: Igbo L1, 1 hr, 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm
- Paper I: Objective: Yoruba L1, 1 hr, 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm
- Paper I: Objective: Hausa L2, 1 hr, 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm
- Paper I: Objective: Igbo L2, 1 hr, 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm
- Paper I: Objective: Yoruba L2, 1 hr, 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm
- Paper II: Objective: Hausa L1, 1 hr, 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm
- Paper II: Objective: Igbo L1, 1 hr, 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm
- Paper II: Objective: Yoruba L1, 1 hr, 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Friday, 24 April
- Paper I: Objective: Christian Religious Studies, 1 hr, 10:00 am to 11:00 am
- Paper I: Objective: Islamic Studies, 1 hr, 10:00 am to 11:00 am
- Paper II: Objective: Christian Religious Studies, 1 hr, 11:00 am to 12:00 noon
- Paper II: Objective: Islamic Studies, 1 hr, 11:00 am to 12:00 noon
Saturday, 25 April
- Paper I: Objective: Mathematics, 1 hr 20 mins, 10:00 am to 11:20 am
- Paper II: Objective: Mathematics, 1 hr 20 mins, 11:20 am to 12:40 pm
- Paper III: Essay: Mathematics, 40 mins, 2:30 pm to 3:10 pm
Monday, 27 April
- Paper I: Objective: Cultural and Creative Arts (CCA), 1 hr, 10:00 am to 11:00 am
- Paper II: Objective: Cultural and Creative Arts (CCA), 1 hr, 11:00 am to 12:00 noon
- Paper I: Objective: Business Studies, 1 hr, 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm
- Paper II: Objective: Business Studies, 1 hr, 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Tuesday, 28 April
- Paper I: Objective: Basic Science and Technology (BST), 1 hr, 10:00 am to 11:00 am
- Paper II: Objective: Basic Science and Technology (BST), 1 hr, 11:00 am to 12:00 noon
- Paper I: Objective: Pre-Vocational Studies (PVS), 1 hr, 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm
- Paper II: Objective: Pre-Vocational Studies (PVS), 1 hr, 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Wednesday, 29 April
- Paper I: Objective: English Studies, 1 hr 20 mins, 10:00 am to 11:20 am
- Paper II: Objective: English Studies, 40 mins, 11:20 am to 12:00 noon
- Paper III: Essay: English Studies, 45 mins, 1:15 pm to 2:00 pm
- Paper I: Objective: Arabic Language, 1 hr, 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
- Paper II: Objective: Arabic Language, 1 hr, 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Thursday, 30 April
- Paper I: Objective: National Values Education (NVE), 1 hr, 10:00 am to 11:00 am
- Paper II: Objective: National Values Education (NVE), 1 hr, 11:00 am to 12:00 noon
- Paper I: Objective: French Language, 1 hr, 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm
- Paper II: Objective: French Language, 1 hr, 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Instructions for Candidates
- Albino and blind candidates are to be given 30 minutes extra time in all subjects.
- Blind candidates must use the NECO-supplied OBR customised Braille sheet for the examination.
- The use of a simple calculator is allowed where necessary.
- Every candidate must come with a photocard for proper identification.
- Where the time on the question paper differs from the timetable, candidates must strictly follow the time on the question paper.
- Practical examinations in Business Studies and Basic Science and Technology (BST) may be conducted in sets where the number of candidates are many, and equipment is limited; however, the exam must not go beyond 5:00 pm.
- Computers may be used for Business Studies practical, where available.
- Bringing electronic communication devices such as mobile phones, tablets, iPads, smartwatches, smart glasses, programmable calculators, or similar gadgets into the examination hall is strictly prohibited.
Make sure you save this timetable and follow it carefully so you do not miss any of your examination papers. Take note of your dates and time, and prepare well in advance to avoid last-minute stress. You can also share this timetable with other candidates so they stay informed too. We wish you the very best of luck in your examinations.
