WAEC GCE Timetable 2025 for 1st Series

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) General Certificate Examination (GCE) for the 2025 1st Series is about to commence, and the official timetable has been released. The 2025 WAEC GCE Timetable for 1st Series serves as a guide to help candidates know the exact dates and times for their examination papers.

If you are sitting for this exam, you should already have the WAEC GCE timetable with you. It is important to go through it carefully and memorize your exam dates to avoid any mix-ups. Missing a paper due to confusion about the schedule can be costly, so make sure you are well-prepared. If you haven’t gotten the WAEC GCE 2025 timetable yet, now is the time to do so.

In this post, you will find the complete WAEC GCE 2025 1st Series timetable, along with additional tips and important information to help you perform well in your exams.

2025 WAEC GCE Timetable for 1st Series

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Date	Subject	Paper & Type	Time
Wednesday, 29th Jan 2025	Hausa	Paper 2 (Essay)	9:30 am – 11:30 am
		Paper 1 (Objective)	11:30 am – 12:30 pm
	Igbo	Paper 2 (Essay)	9:30 am – 11:30 am
		Paper 1 (Objective)	11:30 am – 12:30 pm
	Yoruba	Paper 2 (Essay)	9:30 am – 11:30 am
		Paper 1 (Objective)	11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Thursday, 30th Jan 2025	Biology	Paper 2 (Essay)	9:30 am – 11:10 am
		Paper 1 (Objective)	11:10 am – 12:00 pm
		Paper 3 (Alternative to Practical)	2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Friday, 31st Jan 2025	Chemistry	Paper 2 (Essay)	9:30 am – 11:30 am
		Paper 1 (Objective)	11:30 am – 12:30 pm
		Paper 3 (Alternative to Practical)	3:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Saturday, 1st Feb 2025	General Mathematics	Paper 2 (Essay)	9:30 am – 12:00 pm
		Paper 1 (Objective)	2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Tuesday, 4th Feb 2025	Agricultural Science	Paper 2 (Essay)	9:30 am – 11:40 am
		Paper 1 (Objective)	11:40 am – 12:30 pm
	Literature-in-English	Paper 3 (Drama & Poetry)	2:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Wednesday, 5th Feb 2025	Christian Religious Studies	Paper 2 (Essay)	9:30 am – 11:30 am
		Paper 1 (Objective)	11:30 am – 12:30 pm
	Islamic Studies	Paper 2 (Essay)	9:30 am – 11:30 am
		Paper 1 (Objective)	11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Thursday, 6th Feb 2025	Physics	Paper 2 (Essay)	9:30 am – 11:00 am
		Paper 1 (Objective)	11:00 am – 12:15 pm
		Paper 3 (Alternative to Practical)	2:00 pm – 4:45 pm
Friday, 7th Feb 2025	Geography	Paper 2 (Essay)	9:30 am – 11:30 am
		Paper 1 (Objective)	11:30 am – 12:30 pm
		Paper 3 (Practical)	3:30 pm – 5:20 pm
Saturday, 8th Feb 2025	English Language	Paper 2 (Essay)	9:30 am – 11:30 am
		Paper 1 (Objective)	11:30 am – 12:30 pm
		Paper 3 (Oral Test)	2:00 pm – 2:45 pm
Monday, 10th Feb 2025	Financial Accounting	Paper 2 (Theory)	9:30 am – 12:00 pm
		Paper 1 (Objective)	12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Tuesday, 11th Feb 2025	Further Mathematics	Paper 2 (Essay)	9:30 am – 12:00 pm
		Paper 1 (Objective)	2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Wednesday, 12th Feb 2025	Literature-in-English	Paper 2 (Prose)	9:30 am – 10:45 am
		Paper 1 (Objective)	10:45 am – 11:45 am
	Agricultural Science	Paper 3 (Alternative to Practical)	2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Thursday, 13th Feb 2025	Economics	Paper 2 (Essay)	9:30 am – 11:30 am
		Paper 1 (Objective)	11:30 am – 12:30 pm
	Government	Paper 2 (Essay)	2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
		Paper 1 (Objective)	4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Friday, 14th Feb 2025	Commerce	Paper 2 (Essay)	9:30 am – 11:30 am
		Paper 1 (Objective)	11:30 am – 12:20 pm
	Civic Education	Paper 2 (Essay)	2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
		Paper 1 (Objective)	4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Saturday, 15th Feb 2025	Civic Education	Paper 2 (Essay)	9:30 am – 11:30 am
		Paper 1 (Objective)	11:30 am – 12:30 pm

WAEC GCE Examination 2025: Smart Revision Tips to Help You Succeed

Preparing for the WAEC GCE 1st Series exams can feel overwhelming, but with the right approach, you can boost your confidence and improve your performance. Below are some simple and effective revision tips to help you get ready for your exams:-

• Now that you have the official WAEC GCE timetable, use it to plan your study sessions. Focus on subjects that are coming up first while balancing your time for all papers. Stick to your schedule to avoid last-minute cramming.
• Past questions help you understand the exam pattern, common topics, and types of questions you might face. Practice answering them within the time limit to improve your speed and accuracy.
• Instead of reading entire textbooks, create short notes or summaries of key points. Highlight important formulas, definitions, and concepts so you can quickly revise before your exam.
• Simulate exam conditions by answering questions under timed conditions. This helps you manage your time effectively during the actual exam and reduces the chances of leaving questions unanswered.
• Studying with others can make revision more effective. You can exchange ideas, ask questions, and learn from your peers. However, ensure that your study group remains focused and does not turn into a distraction.
• Don’t overload your brain. Study in sessions of about 45–60 minutes, then take a 10–15 minute break. This helps your brain absorb information better and keeps you refreshed.

We wish you the best of luck in your examinations.

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