Candidates preparing for the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE), commonly known as Junior WAEC, can now begin their final preparations as the Ogun State Ministry of Education, Science and Technology has released the official examination timetable.
The examination is for students in their final year of Junior Secondary School and serves as an important step toward senior secondary education. Knowing the examination dates ahead of time will help candidates plan their revision properly, avoid missing any papers, and arrive prepared for each subject.
According to the Ministry, the 2026 Ogun State BECE will begin on Tuesday, 30 June 2026 and end on Wednesday, 8 July 2026.
Ogun State BECE 2026 Examination Dates
The examination will be conducted in approved public and private junior secondary schools across Ogun State.
The timetable below shows the dates, subjects and examination times.
Tuesday, 30 June 2026
The examination begins with Cultural and Creative Arts and Pre Vocational Studies.
Time | Subject | Duration |
|---|---|---|
8:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. | Cultural and Creative Arts | 2 Hours |
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. | Pre Vocational Studies | 2 Hours |
Wednesday, 1 July 2026
Candidates will sit for Mathematics and Religious Studies.
Time | Subject | Duration |
|---|---|---|
8:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. | Mathematics | 2 Hours |
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. | Christian Religious Studies | 2 Hours |
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. | Islamic Religious Studies | 2 Hours |
Thursday, 2 July 2026
The examination continues with Yoruba Language and French.
Time | Subject | Duration |
|---|---|---|
8:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. | Yoruba Language | 2 Hours |
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. | French | 2 Hours |
Friday, 3 July 2026
Candidates will write National Value Education.
Time | Subject | Duration |
|---|---|---|
8:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. | National Value Education | 2 Hours |
Monday, 6 July 2026
The examination resumes after the weekend break with English Language and Business Studies.
Time | Subject | Duration |
|---|---|---|
8:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. | English Language | 2 Hours |
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. | Business Studies | 2 Hours |
Tuesday, 7 July 2026
Candidates will sit for Basic Science Technology and Arabic Language.
Time | Subject | Duration |
|---|---|---|
8:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. | Basic Science Technology | 2 Hours |
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. | Arabic Language | 2 Hours |
Wednesday, 8 July 2026
The examination will conclude with History.
Time | Subject | Duration |
|---|---|---|
8:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. | History | 2 Hours |
Who Can Participate in the Examination?
The Ministry has stated that only candidates who successfully completed their online registration will be allowed to participate in the examination.
Students and school authorities should therefore verify that registration has been completed before the examination begins.
Instructions for School Principals
School principals are expected to make adequate arrangements for the smooth conduct of the examination.
They should also ensure that candidates are properly informed about:
Examination dates
Subject schedule
Arrival times
Examination rules and conduct
Materials required for each paper
Important Guidelines for Candidates
Candidates are expected to maintain good conduct throughout the examination period.
To avoid unnecessary issues, candidates should:
Arrive at the examination venue early
Follow instructions from supervisors and school authorities
Confirm their subject timetable before each paper
Avoid examination malpractice
Bring approved materials only
What Candidates Should Do Before the Examination
With the examination starting on 30 June 2026, candidates should begin final preparations early.
Before the first paper, candidates should:
Confirm their online registration status
Check all examination dates and times
Review their revision timetable
Follow instructions provided by their schools
Ensure they know their examination venue
Proper preparation and punctuality will help candidates complete the examination successfully.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When will the Ogun State BECE 2026 examination start?
A: The examination will begin on Tuesday, 30 June 2026.
Q: When will the examination end?
A: The examination will end on Wednesday, 8 July 2026.
Q: Who is eligible to write the BECE examination?
A: Only candidates who completed the online registration process will be allowed to participate.
Q: What is the first subject on the timetable?
A: Cultural and Creative Arts is the first subject and will be written on Tuesday, 30 June 2026.
Q: When will candidates write Mathematics?
A: Mathematics is scheduled for Wednesday, 1 July 2026 from 8:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
Q: When is the English Language examination?
A: English Language will be written on Monday, 6 July 2026 from 8:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
Q: What should candidates do before the examination begins?
A: Candidates should confirm their registration status, check the timetable carefully, and follow all instructions provided by their schools.
Q: What is the last subject on the timetable?
A: History is the final paper and will be written on Wednesday, 8 July 2026.
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