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WAEC GCE Timetable 2026 First Series [WASSCE for Private Candidates]
Have you registered for the WAEC GCE 2026 First Series? If you have, then it’s time to get fully prepared because the examination is drawing near. The official timetable for all papers has now been released, and every candidate needs to know the exact dates and times of their exams.
If you are writing this examination, having the 2026 WAEC GCE timetable is crucial — it will help you plan your study schedule and ensure that you never miss any of your papers. Knowing when each paper is scheduled allows you to be fully ready and avoid last-minute confusion.
Read on to see the full WAEC timetable for GCE and download it to your device so you can access it anytime for easy reference.
Full WAEC GCE 2026 First Series Timetable (Private Candidates)
Below is the official timetable for the WAEC GCE 2026 First Series. All candidates are advised to carefully note the dates and times of their papers and plan accordingly.
| Date | Paper Code | Subject / Paper | Duration | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, 28 Jan 2026 | PC3272 | Hausa 2 (Essay) | 2 hrs | 9:30am – 11:30am |
| PC3271 | Hausa 1 (Objective) | 1 hr | 11:30am – 12:30pm | |
| PC3282 | Igbo 2 (Essay) | 2 hrs | 9:30am – 11:30am | |
| PC3281 | Igbo 1 (Objective) | 1 hr | 11:30am – 12:30pm | |
| PC3292 | Yoruba 2 (Essay) | 2 hrs | 9:30am – 11:30am | |
| PC3291 | Yoruba 1 (Objective) | 1 hr | 11:30am – 12:30pm | |
| Thu, 29 Jan 2026 | PC5042 | Biology 2 (Essay) | 1 hr 40 mins | 9:30am – 11:10am |
| PC5041 | Biology 1 (Objective) | 50 mins | 11:10am – 12:00pm | |
| PC5043 | Biology 3 (Alternative to Practical) | 2 hrs | 2:00pm – 4:00pm | |
| Fri, 30 Jan 2026 | PC1042 | Financial Accounting 2 (Theory & Practice) | 2 hrs 30 mins | 9:30am – 12:00pm |
| PC1041 | Financial Accounting 1 (Objective) | 1 hr | 12:00pm – 1:00pm | |
| Sat, 31 Jan 2026 | PC4022 | General Mathematics / Mathematics (Core) 2 (Essay) | 2 hrs 30 mins | 9:30am – 12:00pm |
| PC4021 | General Mathematics / Mathematics (Core) 1 (Objective) | 1 hr 30 mins | 2:00pm – 3:30pm | |
| Tue, 3 Feb 2026 | PC5022 | Agricultural Science 2 (Essay) | 2 hrs 10 mins | 9:30am – 11:40am |
| PC5021 | Agricultural Science 1 (Objective) | 50 mins | 11:40am – 12:30pm | |
| PC5023 | Agricultural Science 3 (Alternative to Practical) | 1 hr 30 mins | 2:00pm – 3:30pm | |
| Wed, 4 Feb 2026 | PC2022 | Christian Religious Studies 2 (Essay) | 2 hrs | 9:30am – 11:30am |
| PC2021 | Christian Religious Studies 1 (Objective) | 1 hr | 11:30am – 12:30pm | |
| PC2082 | Islamic Studies 2 (Essay) | 2 hrs | 9:30am – 11:30am | |
| PC2081 | Islamic Studies 1 (Objective) | 1 hr | 11:30am – 12:30pm |
WAEC GCE 2026 First Series Examination Guidelines
As you prepare for the WAEC GCE 2026 First Series, it’s important to follow the examination rules set by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC). Understanding these guidelines will help you avoid mistakes that can affect your results or invalidate your entry.
- Candidates must arrive early at the exam centre.
- Bring your original Admission Notice; no notice means no entry.
- Mufti only; no uniforms or professional attire allowed.
- No phones or electronic devices in the exam hall.
- Passport photos must meet WAEC specifications; poor photos may invalidate your entry.
- Ensure your personal and subject details are correct during registration.
- Registering at more than one centre may cancel your result.
- Any form of cheating or malpractice will lead to result cancellation.
- Follow all instructions from invigilators during the exam.
- Objective papers are computer-based, essays and practicals may use hybrid format.
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