WAEC GCE First Series Timetable for 2024 is already out and you can download the pdf file in this article. If you have written WAEC well before but were not so lucky to pass or you did not get the chance to write when your mates were writing, this is a perfect time for you to go get that result and make those looking up to you very proud.
However, for the proud aspect of writing this exam to be possible, you must first pay very close attention to the timetable, the requirements, and all other necessary factors outlined herein. So, this article has been carefully written to serve as a comprehensive guide to writing the WAEC GCE exam.
Through this post, you will have access to a downloadable PDF file of this timetable, and free WAEC GCE past questions and answers. You can also access it through this post and see which day you can write which subject.
If you registered for WAEC GCE and are among the January-February set of candidates to write, access the timetable here to prepare in advance.
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Overview of the WAEC GCE First Series
WAEC GCE otherwise called WASSCE for private candidates. This certificate is a British academic diploma that can serve the same purpose as the WAEC result. With this certificate, candidates can;
- apply for admission into the tertiary institutions and colleges
- present it as evidence of academic excellence
- present it on international levels for opportunities
The WAEC GCE First Series is a General certificate exam meant only for private candidates. This examination is the first part to be written by the qualified candidates and it usually commences in January-February of every year.
Individuals qualified for this exam are those who have not on their first time sitting for the exam.
So, if you failed WAEC before, or sitting for the first time, you can follow the guidelines to register for WAEC GCE first series as a private candidate.
To qualify for the WAEC GCE first series examination, you must know the eligibility criteria, the requirements, and every other detail about the exam.
On that note, the registration for the WAEC GCE first series exam costs only 27,000 and it can be done online.
Also, the examination could be written on paper or candidates may need to use the computer, this depends on the subject.
WAEC GCE First Series Timetable
The WAEC GCE First Series is just like the normal West African examination but this one is particular for private sitters.
Candidates who can sit for this exam are those who are not sitting for the first time for this exam. So, just like every other sitter, this exam comes with conditions, requirements, and a timetable.
The WAEC GCE First Series Timetable is meant to help the sitting candidates prepare themselves very well for the exam pending when it will start.
While it is not advisable to only start preparations for an exam when the timetable is out even before the registration date, students can also take advantage of the timetable release to know which subject to focus on and when.
That said, the WAEC GCE First Series exam is usually sat in January-February of every year. This is before the main WAEC examination commences.
On that note, therefore, you must take every information on the timetable seriously if you want to pass your exam. Take advantage of the release of the timetable to prepare yourself and focus more on the particular subjects slated for each day.
The WAEC GCE First Series Timetable consists of the date of examination, the time, and the duration of 9hr long it will take) and practical dates for subjects that involve it.
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WAEC GCE First Series Registration
Before candidates can sit for the WAEC GCE First Series 2024, they must first register between the days slated for it.
One of the reasons most people do not pass or even get the chance to sit for exams can be because they got the wrong information, they did not pay attention to details or they just did not want to be serious.
If you want to sit for the WAEC GCE first series exam, make sure you have registered before now.
You must complete your registration online for a fee of 27,000 Nigerian naira.
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WAEC GCE First Series Timetable 2024
The WAEC GCE timetable outlines the schedule for each exam, the subject for each day, and the duration of each paper. It also outlines the subjects with their practicals and the time and date for each.
If you are a prospective candidate for the WAEC GCE First Series in 2024, below is the timetable for the exam outlining also the commencement date;
Date | Subject | Paper Code | Time | Duration | ||
Wednesday, 31st January, 2024 | Hausa 2 (Essay) | PC3272 | 9:30 am – 11:30 am | 2hrs | ||
Hausa 1 (Objective) | PC3271 | 11:30 am – 12:30 pm | 1hr | |||
Igbo 2 (Essay) | PC3282 | 9:30 am – 11:30 am | 2hrs | |||
Igbo 1 (Objective) | PC3281 | 11:30 am – 12:30 pm | 1hr | |||
Yoruba 2 (Essay) | PC3292 | 9:30 am – 11:30 am | 2hrs | |||
Yoruba 1 (Objective) | PC3291 | 11:30 am – 12:30 pm | 1hr | |||
Thursday, 1st February, 2024 | Biology 2 (Essay) | PC5042 | 9:30 am – 11:10 am | 1hr 40mins | ||
Biology 1 (Objective) | PC5041 | 11:10 am – 12:00 pm | 50mins | |||
Biology 3 (Alt to Practical Work) | PC5043 | 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm | 2hrs | |||
Friday, 2nd February, 2024 | Financial Accounting 2 (Theory and Practice) | PC1042 | 9:30 am – 12:00 pm | 2hrs 30mins | ||
Financial Accounting 1 (Objective) | PC1041 | 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm | 1hr | |||
Saturday, 3rd February, 2024 | General Mathematics 2 (Essay) | PC4022 | 9:30 am – 12:00 pm | 2hrs 30mins | ||
General Mathematics 1 (Objective) | PC4021 | 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm | 1hr 30mins | |||
Tuesday, 6th February, 2024 | Agricultural Science 2 (Essay) | PC5022 | 9:30 am – 11:40 am | 2hrs 10mins | ||
Agricultural Science 1 (Objective) | PC5021 | 11:40 am – 12:30 pm | 50mins | |||
Literature-in-English 3 (Drama & Poetry) | PC2103 | 3:00 pm – 5:30 pm | 2hrs 30mins | |||
Wednesday, 7th February, 2024 | Christian Religious Studies 2 (Essay) | PC2022 | 9:30 am – 11:30 am | 2hrs | ||
Christian Religious Studies 1 (Objective) | PC2021 | 11:30 am – 12:30 pm | 1hr | |||
Islamic Studies 2 (Essay) | PC2082 | 9:30 am – 11:30 am | 2hrs | |||
Islamic Studies 1 (Objective) | PC2081 | 11:30 am – 12:30 pm | 1hr | |||
Thursday, 8th February, 2024 | Physics 2 (Essay) | PC5122 | 9:30 am – 11:00 am | 1hr 30mins | ||
Physics 1 (Objective) | PC5121 | 11:00 am – 12:15 pm | 1hr 15mins | |||
Physics 3 (Alt to Practical Work) | PC5123 | 2:00 pm – 4:45 pm | 2hrs 45mins | |||
Friday, 9th February, 2024 | Geography 2 (Essay) | PC2042 | 9:30 am – 11:30 am | 2hrs | ||
Geography 1 (Objective) | PC2041 | 11:30 am – 12:30 pm | 1hr | |||
Geography 3 (Practical and Physical Geography) | PC2043 | 4:00 pm – 5:50 pm | 1hr 50mins | |||
English Language 2 (Essay) | PC3022 | 9:30 am – 11:30 am | 2hrs | |||
English Language 1 (Objective) | PC3021 | 11:30 am – 12:30 pm | 1hr | |||
English Language 3 (Test of Orals) | PC3023/B | 2:00 pm – 2:45 pm | 45mins | |||
Monday, 12th February, 2024 | Further Mathematics 2 (Essay) | PC4012 | 9:30 am – 12:00 pm | 2hrs 30mins | ||
Further Mathematics 1 (Objective) | PC4011 | 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm | 1hr 30mins | |||
Tuesday, 13th February, 2024 | Chemistry 2 (Essay) | PC5052 | 9:30 am – 11:30 am | 2hrs | ||
Chemistry 1 (Objective) | PC5051 | 11:30 am – 12:30 pm | 1hr | ||||||
Chemistry 3 (Alt to Practical Work) | PC5053 | 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm | 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm | ||||||
Wednesday, 14th February, 2024 | Literature-In-English 2 (Prose) | PC2102 | 9:30 am – 10:45 am | 1hr 15mins | |||||
Literature-In-English 1 (Objective) | PC2101 | 10:45 am – 11:45 am | 1hr | ||||||
Agricultural Science 3 (Alt to Practical Work) | PC5023 | 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm | 1hr 30mins | ||||||
Thursday, 15th February, 2024 | Economics 2 (Essay) | PC2032 | 9:30 am – 11:30 am | 2hrs | |||||
Economics 1 (Objective) | PC2031 | 11:30 am – 12:30 pm | 1hr | ||||||
Friday, 16th February, 2024 | Government 2 (Essay) | PC2052 | 9:30 am – 11:30 am | 2hrs | |||||
Government 1 (Objective) | PC2051 | 11:30 am – 12:30 pm | 1hr | ||||||
Commerce 2 (Essay) | PC1032 | 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm | 2hrs | ||||||
Commerce 1 (Objective) | PC1031 | 5:30 pm – 6:20 pm | 50mins | ||||||
Saturday, 17th February, 2024 | Civic Education 2 (Essay) | PC2162 | 9:30 am – 11:30 am | 2hrs | |||||
Civic Education 1 (Objective) | PC2161 | 11:30 am – 12:30 pm | 1hr | ||||||
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Conclusion
The WAEC GCE First Series Timetable is now out to help private candidates prepare for their exams which usually commence in January and end in February, annually.
Just like the regular WAEC Result, this certificate to be acquired can be used in securing admission and jobs locally and internationally.
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What is the difference between GCE and WAEC?
GCE is an acronym for general certificate examination which is majorly for private candidates. You do not need a uniform to sit for this exam. WAEC on the other hand is an acronym for West African Examination Council which is for every secondary school lever (internal and external). Students must wear a uniform for this exam.
Is the GCE timetable out?
Yes! The WAEC GCE first series timetable is out now. Download the timetable PDF for easy access to this article
When is the GCE exam starting in 2024?
The WAEC GCE first series is scheduled to start on 31st January 2024, according to the timetable