The Ghana Education Service (GES) has confirmed that all preparations are complete for the upcoming 2025 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE), scheduled to take place from June 11 to 18, 2025.
Speaking at a media briefing in Accra on Monday, Professor Ernest Kofi Davis, Director-General of the GES, stated that the Service, in collaboration with the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), has finalized all logistics to ensure a smooth and successful examination process.
“We’ve distributed timetables and materials to all schools and district education offices nationwide,” Prof. Davis noted.
A total of 603,328 candidates will sit for the 2025 BECE, with 306,078 females and 297,250 males registered. Private candidates will also participate from designated centers in Tema, Gambaga, and all regional capitals.
The exam will cover 11 subjects, with each candidate expected to write an average of nine subjects. The core subjects include: English Language, Mathematics, Integrated Science, Ghanaian Language, Social Studies, Religious and Moral Education, Creative Arts and Design, and Career Technology.
Two papers will be written daily — one in the morning at 9:00 AM and one in the afternoon at 1:00 PM. To maintain the integrity of the examination, GES and WAEC will supervise the BECE in partnership with state law enforcement agencies, including the Ghana Police Service.
“We’re determined to curb exam malpractice to the barest minimum or eliminate it completely,” Prof. Davis said.
He issued a stern warning to invigilators and supervisors, cautioning against any acts that could compromise the examination process.
“Anyone caught aiding malpractice will be severely sanctioned and may lose their job. We want good role models for our students,” he warned.
Prof. Davis commended teachers, parents, and school heads for their hard work in preparing students and advised candidates to avoid relying on leaked exam materials, commonly referred to as ‘apor’.
“Success should come from genuine effort, not shortcuts. Ghana needs disciplined and honest students,” he stressed.
He concluded by encouraging the students: “I believe in their ability to succeed if they stay focused, study hard, and stay away from bad practices. I wish them all the best.”
