The Ministry of Education Lagos State, through the Lagos State Examinations Board, has published the timetable for the year 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE).
This crucial exam is a pivotal milestone in every student’s educational journey, marking their transition from Junior Secondary School to Senior Secondary School [JUNIOR WAEC].
Understanding the BECE
The BECE (Junior WAEC) is conducted for candidates in their final Junior Secondary School (JSS 3) year. It serves as a transition examination, guiding students from the basic education class to the senior secondary school level.
Examination Schedule
The 2026 BECE is scheduled to commence on Monday, 3rd July, and conclude on Saturday, 8th July, 2026. Here is the detailed timetable:
Monday, 3rd July, 2026
- Business Studies (9:00 AM – 11:00 AM)
- Arabic Studies (12:30 PM – 2:30 PM)
Tuesday, 4th July, 2026
- Pre-Vocational Studies (9:00 AM – 11:20 AM)
- Nigerian Languages: Yoruba, Igbo, Hausa (12:30 PM – 2:30 PM)
Wednesday, 5th July, 2026
- Mathematics (Objective & Theory) (9:00 AM – 11:00 AM)
- National Values (NV) (12:30 PM – 2:30 PM)
Thursday, 6th July, 2026
- Basic Science & Technology (BST) (9:00 AM – 11:20 AM)
- Christian Religious Studies/Islamic Studies (12:30 PM – 2:30 PM)
Friday, 7th July, 2026
- English Studies (Objective & Theory) (9:30 AM – 11:30 AM)
Saturday, 8th July, 2026
- Cultural and Creative Arts (CCA) (9:00 AM – 11:20 AM)
- French Language (12:30 PM – 2:30 PM)
Subject Classification
The core subjects include:
- English Studies
- Mathematics
- Nigerian Languages
- French Language
- Pre-Vocational Studies (PVS)
- National Values (NV)
- Cultural & Creative Arts (CCA)
- Business Studies
- Basic Science & Technology (BST)
The Optional Subjects
- Arabic
- Christian Religious Studies/ Islamic Studies.
Conclusion
Strive to do your best; remember, the BECE is not just an exam but a stepping stone towards your future academic and career goals. Study hard, stay focused, and success will follow.
Acadanow wishes all students preparing for this exam the best of luck!
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