Accra, Ghana – July 3, 2025
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has officially released the WASSCE 2025 timetable for school candidates in Ghana. The exams are scheduled to begin on Tuesday, 5th August 2025 and end on Friday, 19th September 2025.
This news is Important for all final-year Senior High School students, parents, and teachers. The timetable covers every subject across the various academic tracks, including Science, General Arts, Business, and Technical/Vocational programmes.
Summary of Key Exam Activities
| Activity | Date Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Project Work (Visual Arts) | 5th – 22nd August 2025 | Schools will schedule the exact dates. WAEC will release questions 2 weeks prior. |
| Practical & Oral Examinations | 11th – 22nd August 2025 | Includes subjects such as French, Music, ICT, Auto Mechanics, and more. |
| Physics Practical (Alt A) | 27th August 2025 | For science students. |
| Chemistry Practical (Alt A) | 3rd September 2025 | |
| Biology Practical (Alt A) | 10th September 2025 | |
| Alternative Practicals (B & C) | 5th & 18th September 2025 | For Chemistry and Physics, depending on school allocation. |
Full Subject Timetable – Core Subjects
| Subject | Date |
|---|---|
| English Language (Oral) | 20th August 2025 |
| English Language (Essay & Obj) | 4th September 2025 |
| Mathematics (Core) | 11th September 2025 |
| Integrated Science | 15th September 2025 |
| Social Studies | 25th August 2025 |
Business Subjects
| Subject | Date |
|---|---|
| Financial Accounting | 26th August 2025 |
| Economics | 16th September 2025 |
| Business Management | 8th September 2025 |
| Cost Accounting | 29th August 2025 |
| Clerical Office Duties | 2nd September 2025 |
General Arts Subjects
| Subject | Date |
|---|---|
| Government | 1st September 2025 |
| History | 26th August 2025 |
| Geography | 17th September 2025 |
| Christian Religious Studies (CRS) | 5th September 2025 |
| Literature-in-English | 10th & 18th September 2025 |
Science Electives
| Subject | Date |
|---|---|
| Biology | 29th August 2025 |
| Physics | 8th September 2025 |
| Chemistry | 1st September 2025 |
| Elective Mathematics | 2nd September 2025 |
Technical & Vocational Subjects
| Subject | Dates |
|---|---|
| Technical Drawing | 26th & 28th August 2025 |
| Building Construction | 29th August & 5th September 2025 |
| Auto Mechanics | 22nd August & 8th September 2025 |
| Woodwork | 10th & 17th September 2025 |
| Metalwork | 19th August & 12th September 2025 |
Language & Other Subjects
| Subject | Date |
|---|---|
| Arabic & French (Orals) | 11th August 2025 |
| French (Essay & Objective) | 9th September 2025 |
| Ghanaian Languages | 3rd September 2025 |
| General Knowledge in Art | 27th Aug, 8th & 12th Sept 2025 |
Special Notes from WAEC
- Follow the Time on the Question Paper: If the timetable and the paper have different times, always follow what’s on the paper.
- Advance Papers: Subjects like General Knowledge in Art Paper 3 and all Project Work papers will be distributed two weeks before the exam.
- Special Needs Candidates: Visually and hearing-impaired students will be given 1.5 times the standard duration for each paper.
Frequently Asked Questions about 2025 Wassce Timetable
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1. When does the WASSCE 2025 start and end?
It starts on Tuesday, 5th August 2025 and ends on Friday, 19th September 2025.
2. Who is eligible to write the WASSCE 2025?
All final-year SHS students registered through accredited schools by WAEC.
3. Will WAEC send exam questions early?
Yes. Project Work and certain practical papers like General Knowledge in Art 3 will be given out two weeks before the exam.
4. What time should I follow if the timetable and question paper differ?
Always follow the time printed on the question paper itself.
5. Are there different practical dates for some science papers?
Yes. Physics, Chemistry, and Biology practicals may have alternative dates depending on school capacity and groupings.
6. Can visually impaired or hearing-impaired students get extra time?
Yes. WAEC allows 1.5 times the normal exam duration for candidates with special needs.
7. How long is the French Oral exam?
French Oral lasts for about 15 minutes per student, depending on the examiner’s arrangement.
8. What happens if I miss a paper?
WAEC does not reschedule missed papers unless it was due to a verified national or WAEC-related issue.
9. Is it true that some subjects have two different writing days?
Yes. Subjects like Literature-in-English, Technical Drawing, and Woodwork are written in two parts on different days.
10. Where can I download the official timetable?
From the official WAEC Ghana website or the school administration. It’s also available on trusted educational portals.
Download the Full Timetable (PDF)
You can download the complete WASSCE 2025 Timetable for Ghana here:
[FINAL-TT-WASSCE-SC-2025-FOR-CANDIDATES-IN-GHANA-APRIL-22-2025]