WAEC Chemistry 2026 Exam Date, Time and Full Breakdown (Official Timetable)
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WAEC has officially released the WAEC 2026 timetable. Candidates preparing for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) can now check the full Chemistry examination schedule.
This guide covers all Chemistry papers, including Practical, Essay, and Objective, along with exam structure, marking scheme, key topics, and sample questions.
WAEC Chemistry 2026 Exam
The Chemistry examination will take place in two phases:
- Practical examination
- Written examination (Essay and Objective)
Chemistry Practical (Paper 3)
Alternative A
- Date: Wednesday, 20th May 2026
- Time:
- 08:30 AM – 10:30 AM (1st Set)
- 11:00 AM – 01:00 PM (2nd Set)
- Duration: 2 hours
Alternative C
- Date: Friday, 12th June 2026
- Time:
- 08:30 AM – 10:30 AM (1st Set)
- 11:00 AM – 01:00 PM (2nd Set)
- Duration: 2 hours
Chemistry Essay (Paper 2)
- Date: Thursday, 11th June 2026
- Time: 08:30 AM – 10:30 AM
- Duration: 2 hours
Chemistry Objective (Paper 1)
- Date: Thursday, 11th June 2026
- Time: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
- Duration: 1 hour
WAEC Chemistry Exam Structure
The Chemistry exam consists of three papers:
- Paper 1 (Objective)
- 50 multiple-choice questions
- Duration: 1 hour
- Paper 2 (Essay)
- Theory questions including calculations and explanations
- Duration: 2 hours
- Paper 3 (Practical)
- Laboratory-based experiments
- Includes titration and qualitative analysis
- Duration: 2 hours
WAEC Chemistry Marking Scheme
- Objective (Paper 1): 50 marks
- Essay (Paper 2): 100 marks
- Practical (Paper 3): 50 marks
Total: 200 marks
- Objective tests speed and accuracy
- Essay tests understanding and calculations
- Practical tests experimental skills and observation
Core Areas of Chemistry Syllabus
Candidates should focus on the following key topics:
- Atomic structure and bonding
- Periodic table and trends
- Acids, bases and salts
- Organic chemistry
- Electrolysis
- Chemical equilibrium
- Rates of reaction
- Gas laws
- Redox reactions
Requirements for Chemistry Practical Exam
Candidates are expected to:
- Know how to perform titration accurately
- Identify gases and ions in qualitative analysis
- Record observations correctly
- Use laboratory apparatus properly
Common apparatus include:
- Burette
- Pipette
- Conical flask
- Test tubes
- Measuring cylinder
Sample Objective Questions
- Which of the following is a strong acid?
A. CH₃COOH
B. HCl
C. NH₃
D. Na₂CO₃
Correct Answer: B
- The process of using electricity to decompose a compound is called:
A. Distillation
B. Filtration
C. Electrolysis
D. Sublimation
Correct Answer: C
Sample Theory Questions
- Explain the process of electrolysis and state two applications.
- Describe how you would prepare a standard solution in the laboratory.
- Calculate the molarity of a solution containing 5g of NaOH in 250 cm³ of solution.
Important Notes for Candidates
- Candidates may be assigned to either the 1st or 2nd practical set
- There may be slight time variations depending on location
- Always follow the exact time printed on your question paper
- Arrive at your exam centre at least 30 minutes early
How to Prepare for WAEC Chemistry 2026
- Practice past WAEC questions consistently
- Focus on calculations and chemical equations
- Study practical experiments thoroughly
- Revise key topics regularly
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Ignoring practical preparation
- Poor time management
- Lack of practice with past questions
- Skipping important topics
Final Advice for WAEC chemistry timetable
With the timetable now available, candidates should begin structured revision immediately. Consistency and proper preparation are key to success in WAEC Chemistry.
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