The National Examinations Council (NECO) has released the official NECO GCE Timetable 2025 for Nov/Dec exam. The examination is scheduled to hold from Wednesday, 26th November to Saturday, 13th December 2025. This post contains the full NECO GCE 2025 timetable, important exam instructions, and tips to help you prepare.
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2025 NECO GCE Exam Overview
- Exam Name: NECO GCE (SSCE External) 2025
- Exam Period: 26th November – 13th December 2025
- Mode: Computer-Based Examination (CBT)
- Number of Days: 3 weeks
- Mandatory: Every candidate must come with a valid NECO Photocard
NECO GCE Timetable 2025
Below is the official timetable as released by NECO. Candidates are strongly advised to arrive at the exam hall 30 minutes before the start of each paper.
Wednesday, 26th November 2025
Civic Education 3 (Objective)
10:00am – 11:00am
Civic Education 2 (Essay)
11:00am – 01:00pm
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Thursday, 27th November 2025
Marketing 3 (Objective)
10:00am – 11:00am
Marketing 2 (Essay)
11:00am – 12:40pm
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Friday, 28th November 2025
Christian Religious Studies 3 (Objective)
10:00am – 11:00am
Christian Religious Studies 2 (Essay)
11:00am – 12:30pm
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Saturday, 29th November 2025
Financial Accounting 3 (Objective)
10:00am – 11:20am
Financial Accounting 2 (Theory & Practice)
11:20am – 1:50pm
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Monday, 1st December 2025
Agricultural Science 3 (Objective)
10:00am – 11:00am
Agricultural Science 2 (Essay)
11:00am – 12:30pm
Agricultural Science 1 (Alternative to Practical)
02:00pm – 03:30pm
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Tuesday, 2nd December 2025
Commerce 3 (Objective)
10:00am – 11:00am
Commerce 2 (Essay)
11:00am – 12:40pm
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Wednesday, 3rd December 2025
Biology 3 (Objective)
10:00am – 11:00am
Biology 2 (Essay) 11:00am – 12:30pm
Biology 1 (Alternative to Practical)
02:00pm – 04:00pm
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Thursday, 4th December 2025
Geography 3 (Objective) 10:00am – 11:00am
Geography 1 (Practical)
11:00am – 12:30pm
Geography 2 (Essay)
02:00pm – 04:00pm
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Friday, 5th December 2025
Islamic Studies 3 (Objective)
10:00am – 11:00am
Islamic Studies 2 (Essay)
11:00am – 12:30pm
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Saturday, 6th December 2025
Literature in English 3 (Objective)
10:00am – 11:00am
Literature in English 4 (Prose)
11:00am – 01:00pm
Literature in English 2 (Drama & Poetry)
02:00pm – 03:40pm
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Monday, 8th December 2025
Physics 3 (Objective)
10:00am – 11:15am
Physics 2 (Essay)
11:15am – 01:00pm
Physics 1 (Alternative to Practical)
02:00pm – 04:45pm
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Tuesday, 9th December 2025
General Mathematics 3 (Objective)
10:00am – 11:45am
General Mathematics 2 (Essay)
12:00noon – 02:30pm
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Wednesday, 10th December 2025
Economics 3 (Objective)
10:00am – 11:00am
Economics 2 (Essay)
11:00am – 01:00pm
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Thursday, 11th December 2025
Chemistry 3 (Objective)
10:00am – 11:30am
Chemistry 2 (Essay)
11:30am – 01:00pm
Chemistry 1 (Alternative to Practical)
02:00pm – 04:00pm
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Friday, 12th December 2025
Government 3 (Objective)
10:00am – 11:00am
Government 2 (Essay)
11:00am – 12:40pm
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Saturday, 13th December 2025
English Language 3 (Objective) 10:00am – 11:00am
English Language 2 (Essay)
11:15am – 01:00pm
English Language 4 (Test of Orals)
01:15pm – 02:00pm
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NECO GCE Timetable 2025 PDF Download
| Date | Subject & Paper | Duration | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wed 26th Nov | Civic Education (Obj & Essay) | 1hr + 2hrs | 10:00 am – 1:00 pm |
| Thu 27th Nov | Marketing (Obj & Essay) | 1hr + 1hr 40mins | 10:00 am – 12:40 pm |
| Fri 28th Nov | CRS (Obj & Essay) | 1hr + 1hr 30mins | 10:00 am – 12:30 pm |
| Sat 29th Nov | Financial Accounting (Obj & Theory) | 1hr 20mins + 2hrs 30mins | 10:00 am – 1:50 pm |
| Mon 1st Dec | Agricultural Science (Obj, Essay & Alt to Practical) | 1hr + 1hr 30mins + 1hr 30mins | 10:00 am – 3:30 pm |
| Tue 2nd Dec | Commerce (Obj & Essay) | 1hr + 1hr 40mins | 10:00 am – 12:40 pm |
| Wed 3rd Dec | Biology (Obj, Essay & Alt to Practical) | 1hr + 1hr 30mins + 2hrs | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm |
| Thu 4th Dec | Geography (Obj, Practical & Essay) | 1hr + 1hr 30mins + 2hrs | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm |
| Fri 5th Dec | Islamic Studies (Obj & Essay) | 1hr + 1hr 30mins | 10:00 am – 12:30 pm |
| Sat 6th Dec | Literature in English (Obj, Prose, Drama & Poetry) | 1hr + 2hrs + 1hr 40mins | 10:00 am – 3:40 pm |
| Mon 8th Dec | Physics (Obj, Essay & Alt to Practical) | 1hr 15mins + 1hr 45mins + 2hrs 45mins | 10:00 am – 4:45 pm |
| Tue 9th Dec | General Mathematics (Obj & Essay) | 1hr 45mins + 2hrs 30mins | 10:00 am – 2:30 pm |
| Wed 10th Dec | Economics (Obj & Essay) | 1hr + 2hrs | 10:00 am – 1:00 pm |
| Thu 11th Dec | Chemistry (Obj, Essay & Alt to Practical) | 1hr 30mins + 1hr 30mins + 2hrs | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm |
| Fri 12th Dec | Government (Obj & Essay) | 1hr + 1hr 40mins | 10:00 am – 12:40 pm |
| Sat 13th Dec | English Language (Obj, Essay & Oral) | 1hr + 1hr 45mins + 45mins | 10:00 am – 2:00 pm |
NECO GCE 2025 Important Instructions
- All candidates must be seated at least 30 minutes before the start of each paper.
- Each candidate must bring their NECO Photocard for identification.
- Where the time on the question paper differs from the timetable, follow the question paper time strictly.
- Use of scientific calculators is allowed.
- Electronic devices (phones, smart watches, tablets, iPads, etc.) are strictly prohibited.
- Albino and visually impaired candidates are entitled to 30 minutes extra time.
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Final Thoughts
The NECO GCE Timetable 2025 is now officially out. Candidates should download it, plan ahead, and start preparing with NECO past questions. Remember, punctuality and strict adherence to rules are compulsory.
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