The BECE Timetable 2026 for Ghana has been released for candidates preparing to sit for the Basic Education Certificate Examination.
The exam is conducted by the West African Examinations Council.
This page provides:
- Official BECE 2026 exam dates
- Subject schedule
- Important exam guidelines
- Preparation tips
BECE 2026 Exam Dates (Ghana)
The 2026 BECE examination is expected to take place between:
Month: (Monday, May 4, 2026, to Monday, May 11, 2026)
Duration: Approximately 7 days
BECE Timetable 2026 | Official Exam Dates & Schedule
The 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) in Ghana is scheduled to take place from Monday, May 4, 2026, to Monday, May 11, 2026. The official, detailed subject timetable for the 2026 BECE is usually released by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) closer to the examination date, typically in the first quarter of the examination year.
BASIC EDUCATION CERTIFICATE EXAMINATION (BECE), 2026
FINAL TIMETABLE
Monday, 4th May 2026
- English Language 2 (Essay) – 9:00 am – 10:10 am (1 hr 10 mins)
- English Language 1 (Objective) – 10:10 am – 11:00 am (50 mins)
- Religious & Moral Education 2 (Essay) – 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm (1 hr)
- Religious & Moral Education 1 (Objective) – 2:00 pm – 2:45 pm (45 mins)
Tuesday, 5th May 2026
- Social Studies 2 (Essay) – 9:00 am – 10:00 am (1 hr)
- Social Studies 1 (Objective) – 10:00 am – 10:45 am (45 mins)
- Creative Arts & Design 2 (Essay) – 1:00 pm – 2:15 pm (1 hr 15 mins)
- Creative Arts & Design 1 (Objective) – 2:15 pm – 3:05 pm (50 mins)
Wednesday, 6th May 2026
- Science 2 (Essay) – 9:00 am – 10:25 am (1 hr 25 mins)
- Science 1 (Objective) – 10:25 am – 11:10 am (45 mins)
- Career Technology 2 (Essay) – 1:00 pm – 2:15 pm (1 hr 15 mins)
- Career Technology 1 (Objective) – 2:15 pm – 3:05 pm (50 mins)
Thursday, 7th May 2026
- Mathematics 2 (Essay) – 9:00 am – 10:00 am (1 hr)
- Mathematics 1 (Objective) – 10:00 am – 11:00 am (1 hr)
- Ghanaian Language 2 (Essay) – 1:00 pm – 2:10 pm (1 hr 10 mins)
- Ghanaian Language 1 (Objective) – 2:10 pm – 3:00 pm (50 mins)
Friday, 8th May 2026
- French 2 (Essay) – 9:00 am – 9:45 am (45 mins)
- French 1 (Objective) – 9:45 am – 10:45 am (1 hr)
- Computing 2 (Essay) – 1:00 pm – 2:15 pm (1 hr 15 mins)
- Computing 1 (Objective) – 2:15 pm – 3:00 pm (45 mins)
Monday, 11th May 2026
- Arabic 2 (Essay) – 9:00 am – 10:00 am (1 hr)
- Arabic 1 (Objective) – 10:00 am – 10:45 am (45 mins)
NOTES
- Both papers for each subject are taken at one sitting without break.
- If there is any difference between the timetable and the question paper, follow the question paper.
- Visually and hearing impaired candidates get 50% extra time.
How to Download BECE Timetable 2026 PDF
Once officially published by the West African Examinations Council:
- Visit the official WAEC portal
- Select BECE timetable
- Download PDF
- Print for study planning
You can bookmark this page for updates.
BECE 2026 Preparation Tips
To perform well in BECE:
- Create a daily study timetable
- Practice past questions
- Focus on Mathematics and English
- Revise weak subjects early
- Sleep properly before exams
For practice materials, read:
👉 BECE Past Questions & Answers
What Happens After BECE?
After writing BECE:
- Results are released online
- Candidates can check using a results checker card
- School placement follows
Read also:
👉 How to Check BECE Results Online
👉 SHS Placement Portal Guide
Related Examination Guides
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When will BECE 2026 start?
The official 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) dates have been announced by the Ghana Education Service (GES) and confirmed in the latest academic calendar. Thus the BECE 2026 is to start from Monday, May 4, 2026, to Monday, May 11, 2026.
Who conducts BECE in Ghana?
BECE is conducted by the West African Examinations Council.
How long does BECE last?
Typically around 5 days depending on subject combinations, but wil last for 7 days for 2026.
Where can I download the timetable PDF?
From the official WAEC website once released.
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