The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has released the official timetable for the 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for school candidates.

According to the final international timetable published on the council’s official X handle on Monday, the examination will commence on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, and conclude on Friday, June 19, 2026.

WAEC stated that the examination will begin with Foods and Nutrition 3 (Practical) Planning Session and Home Management 3 (Practical) Planning Session.

The WASSCE remains a critical qualification for secondary school students seeking admission into universities and other tertiary institutions.

The examination covers core subjects such as English Language and Mathematics, alongside a broad range of elective subjects spanning sciences, arts, humanities, and vocational and technical disciplines.

It is conducted across WAEC member countries, including Nigeria, Ghana, Liberia, Sierra Leone, and The Gambia.