The National Examination Council (NECO) has announced a modification to its Senior School Certificate Examination (External) timetable for the 2024/2025 session. This adjustment aims to accommodate the Ondo State governorship election scheduled within the exam period.
This update was shared on the NECO website, noting changes in the “Adjusted 2024 SSCE External Timetable” section. All exam candidates are encouraged to review this revised schedule to stay informed on specific changes in dates and times.
Below, you’ll find a comprehensive breakdown of the updated exam timetable, which includes exam dates, paper codes, durations, and start times for each subject.
NECO GCE Exam Timetable Overview
Exam Duration: Thursday, November 14 – Saturday, December 14, 2024
Each subject has a designated paper code, start time, and duration. Make sure to check the timetable below for exact dates and times.
NECO GCE Updated Timetable Breakdown
Thursday 14th Nov.
- French Paper IV (Oral)
- Paper Code: 4104
- Duration: Actual date and time to be set by the Council
- Arabic Paper IV (Oral)
- Paper Code: 4114
- Duration: Actual date and time to be set by the Council
Friday 15th Nov.
- French Paper I (Written Comprehension)
- Paper Code: 4101
- Duration: 1 hour
- Time: 3.00 pm – 4.00 pm
- French Paper II (Written Expression)
- Paper Code: 4102
- Duration: 1 hour 45 mins
- Time: 4.00 pm – 5.45 pm
Saturday 16th Nov.
- Further Mathematics Paper III (Objective)
- Paper Code: 2043
- Duration: 2 hours
- Time: 10.00 am – 12.00 noon
- Further Mathematics Paper II (Essay)
- Paper Code: 2042
- Duration: 2 hours 30 mins
- Time: 12.10 pm – 2.40 pm
- Health Education Paper I (Test of Practical)
- Paper Code: 2051
- Duration: 1 hour 30 mins
- Time: 3.00 pm – 4.30 pm
- Literature in English Paper II (Drama & Poetry)
- Paper Code: 4092
- Duration: 1 hour 40 mins
- Time: 3.00 pm – 4.40 pm
Monday 18th Nov.
- Chemistry Paper I (Alternative to Practical)
- Paper Code: 2021
- Duration: 2 hours
- Time: 2.00 pm – 4.00 pm
Tuesday 19th Nov.
- Civic Education Paper III & II (Objective & Essay)
- Paper Codes: 1033 & 1032
- Duration: 3 hours
- Time: 2.00 pm – 5.00 pm
Wednesday 20th Nov.
- Arabic Paper III (Objective)
- Paper Code: 4113
- Duration: 1 hour 30 mins
- Time: 2.00 pm – 3.30 pm
- Arabic Paper II (Essay & Literature)
- Paper Code: 4112
- Duration: 2 hours
- Time: 3.30 pm – 5.30 pm
Thursday 21st Nov.
- Chemistry Paper III & II (Objective & Essay)
- Paper Codes: 2023 & 2022
- Duration: 3 hours
- Time: 2.00 pm – 5.00 pm
Friday 22nd Nov.
- Literature in English Paper III (Objective)
- Paper Code: 4093
- Duration: 1 hour
- Time: 3.00 pm – 4.00 pm
- Literature in English Paper IV (Prose)
- Paper Code: 4094
- Duration: 1 hour 15 mins
- Time: 4.00 pm – 5.15 pm
Saturday 23rd Nov.
- Financial Accounting Paper III (Objective)
- Paper Code: 5023
- Duration: 1 hour 20 mins
- Time: 10.00 am – 11.20 am
- Financial Accounting Paper II (Theory & Practice)
- Paper Code: 5022
- Duration: 2 hours 30 mins
- Time: 11.20 am – 1.50 pm
- Data Processing Paper I (Alternative to Practical)
- Paper Code: 6271
- Duration: 1 hour 45 mins
- Time: 2.45 pm – 4.30 pm
Monday 25th Nov.
- Technical Drawing Paper I (Practical)
- Paper Code: 3011
- Duration: 3 hours
- Time: 2.00 pm – 5.00 pm
- Physical Education Paper I (Theory of Practice)
- Paper Code: 2071
- Duration: 2 hours
- Time: 2.00 pm – 4.00 pm
Tuesday 26th Nov.
- Physics Paper I (Alternative to Practical)
- Paper Code: 2031
- Duration: 2 hours 45 mins
- Time: 2.00 pm – 4.45 pm
Wednesday 27th Nov.
- Geography Paper III & I (Objective & Practical)
- Paper Codes: 4063 & 4061
- Duration: 2 hours 30 mins
- Time: 2.00 pm – 4.30 pm
Thursday 28th Nov.
- Physics Paper III & II (Objective & Essay)
- Paper Codes: 2033 & 2032
- Duration: 3 hours
- Time: 2.00 pm – 5.00 pm
Friday 29th Nov.
- Biology Paper I (Alternative to Practical)
- Paper Code: 2011
- Duration: 2 hours
- Time: 3.00 pm – 5.00 pm
Saturday 30th Nov.
- English Language Paper III (Objective)
- Paper Code: 1013
- Duration: 1 hour
- Time: 10.00 am – 11.00 am
- English Language Paper II (Essay)
- Paper Code: 1012
- Duration: 1 hour 45 mins
- Time: 11.15 am – 1.00 pm
- English Language Paper IV (Test of Orals)
- Paper Code: 1014
- Duration: 45 mins
- Time: 1.15 pm – 2.00 pm
- Agricultural Science Paper I (Alternative to Practical)
- Paper Code: 2061
- Duration: 1 hour 30 mins
- Time: 3.00 pm – 4.30 pm
Monday 2nd Dec.
- Biology Paper III & II (Objective & Essay)
- Paper Codes: 2013 & 2012
- Duration: 2 hours 30 mins
- Time: 2.00 pm – 4.30 pm
Tuesday 3rd Dec.
- History Paper III & II (Objective & Essay)
- Paper Codes: 4053 & 4052
- Duration: 3 hours
- Time: 2.00 pm – 5.00 pm
Wednesday 4th Dec.
- Data Processing Paper III & II (Objective & Essay)
- Paper Codes: 6273 & 6272
- Duration: 3 hours
- Time: 2.00 pm – 5.00 pm
- Store Keeping Paper III & II (Objective & Essay)
- Paper Codes: 6283 & 6282
- Duration: 2 hours 40 mins
- Time: 2.00 pm – 4.40 pm
- Marketing Paper III & II (Objective & Essay)
- Paper Codes: 6333 & 6332
- Duration: 2 hours 40 mins
- Time: 2.00 pm – 4.40 pm
- Salesmanship Paper III & II (Objective & Essay)
- Paper Codes: 6343 & 6342
- Duration: 2 hours 40 mins
- Time: 2.00 pm – 4.40 pm
Thursday 5th Dec.
- Economics Paper III & II (Objective & Essay)
- Paper Codes: 4083 & 4082
- Duration: 3 hours
- Time: 2.00 pm – 5.00 pm
Friday 6th Dec.
- Geography Paper II (Essay)
- Paper Code: 4062
- Duration: 2 hours
- Time: 3.00 pm – 5.00 pm
Saturday 7th Dec.
- Technical Drawing Paper III & IV (Objective & Drawing)
- Paper Codes: 3013 & 3014
- Duration: 2 hours 30 mins
- Time: 10.00 am – 12.30 pm
- Physical Education Paper III & II (Objective & Essay)
- Paper Codes: 2073 & 2072
- Duration: 2 hours
- Time: 10.00 am – 12.00 noon
- Health Education Paper III & II (Objective & Essay)
- Paper Codes: 2053 & 2052
- Duration: 2 hours
- Time: 1.00 pm – 3.00 pm
Monday 9th Dec.
- Agricultural Science Paper III & II (Objective & Essay)
- Paper Codes: 2063 & 2062
- Duration: 2 hours 30 mins
- Time: 2.00 pm – 4.30 pm
Tuesday 10th Dec.
- Commerce Paper III & II (Objective & Essay)
- Paper Codes: 5033 & 5032
- Duration: 2 hours 40 mins
- Time: 2.00 pm – 4.40 pm
Wednesday 11th Dec.
- Government Paper III & II (Objective & Essay)
- Paper Codes: 4073 & 4072
- Duration: 2 hours 40 mins
- Time: 2.00 pm – 4.40 pm
Thursday 12th Dec.
- Hausa Paper III & II (Objective & Essay)
- Paper Codes: 4123 & 4122
- Duration: 3 hours
- Time: 2.00 pm – 5.00 pm
- Igbo Paper III & II (Objective & Essay)
- Paper Codes: 4133 & 4132
- Duration: 3 hours
- Time: 2.00 pm – 5.00 pm
- Yoruba Paper III & II (Objective & Essay)
- Paper Codes: 4143 & 4142
- Duration: 3 hours
- Time: 2.00 pm – 5.00 pm
Friday 13th Dec.
- Christian Religious Studies Paper III & II (Objective & Essay)
- Paper Codes: 4013 & 4012
- Duration: 2 hours 30 mins
- Time: 3.00 pm – 5.30 pm
- Islamic Studies Paper III & II (Objective & Essay)
- Paper Codes: 4023 & 4022
- Duration: 2 hours 30 mins
- Time: 3.00 pm – 5.30 pm
Saturday 14th Dec.
- General Mathematics Paper III (Objective)
- Paper Code: 1023
- Duration: 1 hour 45 mins
- Time: 10.00 am – 11.45 am
- General Mathematics Paper II (Essay)
- Paper Code: 1022
- Duration: 2 hours 30 mins
- Time: 12.00 noon – 2.30 pm
Key Notes for Candidates
- Venue Confirmation: NECO State Offices should confirm the venues for French and Arabic Paper IV (Orals).
- Language Exams: Nigerian languages such as Hausa, Igbo, and Yoruba will include literature components.
- Special Accommodations: Albino and visually impaired candidates are given an extra 30 minutes.
- Allowed Materials: Candidates may use scientific calculators.
- Prohibited Items: Electronic communication devices are strictly forbidden.
- Drawing Instruments: Technical Drawing students must bring their own tools.
- Attendance Requirement: Missing any practical or oral exam (Paper I/IV) will result in a zero score for that subject.
With these adjustments in mind, candidates should ensure they’re well-prepared for each scheduled exam date. Best of luck to all as they work toward successful results in the 2024/2025 NECO GCE exams.
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