Over 600,000 candidates to sit 2025 BECE from June 11; WAEC announces exam guidelines.
Accra, June 11, 2025 – Ghana's educational landscape is set for a major event as over 600,000 Junior High School (JHS) candidates prepare to write the 2025 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) starting tomorrow, June 11th. The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) confirmed the significant participation figure while simultaneously releasing essential guidelines to ensure a smooth and credible examination process.
This year's candidature represents a substantial cohort of students transitioning from basic education. According to WAEC, the candidates comprise 300,323 males and 299,690 females, drawn from 19,000 participating public and private Junior High Schools nationwide. The exams will run until Wednesday , June 18th, 2025.
With the immense scale of the examination, WAEC has emphasized strict adherence to its announced protocols. Key guidelines for candidates, supervisors, invigilators, and the public include:
1. Entry to Examination Halls: Candidates must be seated in the examination hall at least 30 minutes before the start of each paper. Latecomers risk being denied entry after the first 30 minutes of the examination.
2. Prohibited Items: Electronic devices such as mobile phones, smart watches, programmable calculators, and any other gadgets capable of storing or transmitting information are strictly banned from examination halls. Possession of such items, even if switched off, constitutes an offense.
3. Permitted Materials: Only essential writing materials (pens, pencils, rulers, mathematical sets) specified for each paper are allowed. Any extraneous materials, including notes or textbooks, are prohibited.
4. Examination Malpractice: WAEC reiterated its zero-tolerance policy towards any form of examination malpractice. Candidates are strongly warned against impersonation, bringing foreign materials, collusion, or any attempt to gain unfair advantage. Severe sanctions, including cancellation of entire results, await offenders.
5. Supervision & Security: Supervisors and invigilators are mandated to enforce all rules stringently. Security personnel will be present at centres to maintain order and handle any incidents. Parents and the general public are urged to avoid congregating near examination centres to prevent distractions.
WAEC has called upon all stakeholders – particularly school authorities, parents, and guardians – to support candidates by ensuring they understand and comply with these rules. Emphasizing the importance of integrity, the Council stated that these measures are crucial for upholding the credibility of the BECE, a pivotal assessment determining students' progression to Senior High School (SHS) or Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions.
As the nation prepares, the focus is on providing a conducive and fair environment for over 600,000 young Ghanaians to demonstrate their knowledge and take this critical step in their academic journeys.
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