NECO Timetable for 2023/2024: August Exams Download PDF Here
The National Examination Council (NECO) has released the 2023/2024 August exam timetable. This guide is designed to provide students in both Science and Art streams with the official PDF of the NECO timetable for the 2023 exams. The NECO SSCE (Internal) 2023/2024 Examination Timetable for SS3 students can be accessed via the NECO portal or directly from this page.
Key Points:
- The NECO exams usually start one or two weeks after the West Africa Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (WASSCE).
- According to the NECO 2023 timetable, the exams will begin on Monday, July 3, 2023, and conclude on Friday, August 4, 2023.
- The NECO SSCE internal exam includes about seventy-six (76) subjects.
Timetable Overview
The NECO exams are set to commence on July 3, 2023, and wrap up on August 4, 2023. Please disregard any rumors about delay; the official start date remains as stated.
The NECO SSCE internal exam covers approximately seventy-six (76) subjects. Each candidate is required to register for a minimum of eight (8) subjects and a maximum of nine (9).
NECO Timetable 2023
The 2023 Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) internal exam timetable spans from Monday, July 3rd to Friday, August 4th, 2023.
Download NECO Timetable 2023
You can download a PDF copy of the NECO Timetable 2023 for Science, Art, and Commercial students below.
Here is the converted table:
Monday, August 1
- 10:00am – 1:00pm: Paper IV – Creative Design (Visual Art)
- 2:00pm – 5:00pm: Paper I – Drawing (Visual Art)
- 2:30pm – 4:45pm: Paper III & II – Objective & Essay (Basic Electricity)
Tuesday, August 2
- 10:00am – 4:00pm: Paper I(b) – Practical exams for Painting and Decoration, Dyeing and Bleaching, Printing Craft Practice, Photography, Leather Goods Manufacturing and Repair
- 10:00am – 12:00pm: Paper I – Practical (Mining)
- 10:00am – 11:30am: Paper I – Practical (Fisheries & Animal Husbandry)
- 10:00am – 11:17am: Paper I – Practical (Stenography)
- 2:00pm – 4:00pm: Paper IV – Practical (Stenography – Word Processing)
- 2:00pm – 5:00pm: Paper I – Practical (Metal Work)
Wednesday, August 3
- 10:00am – 12:30pm: Paper III & II – Objective & Essay for Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration, Electrical Installation & Maintenance Work, Blocklaying, Bricklaying & Concrete Work, Machine Woodworking, Carpentry & Joinery, Garment Making, Marketing, Upholstery, Stenography, Animal Husbandry, Fisheries
- 10:00am – 12:00pm: Paper I(a) – Report Writing for Painting and Decoration, Dyeing and Bleaching, Printing Craft Practice, Photography, Leather Goods Manufacturing and Repair
- 2:00pm – 5:30pm: Paper III & II – Objective, Essay & Literature (Arabic)
Thursday, August 4
- 10:00am – 1:00pm: Paper III & II – Objective & Essay (Economics)
- 2:00pm – 5:00pm: Paper I – Drawing (Building Construction)
Friday, August 5
- 10:00am – 12:00pm: Paper II – Essay (Human and Regional Geography)
- 2:00pm – 5:00pm: Paper I – Practical (Electronics)
Monday, August 8
- 10:00am – 1:50pm: Paper III & II – Objective & Essay for Civic Education, Cosmetology, Mining, Tourism, Data Processing, Store Keeping, Book Keeping, GSM Maintenance & Repairs, Salesmanship
- 2:30pm – 5:30pm: Paper III & II – Objective & Essay (Electronics & Office Practice)
Tuesday, August 9
- 10:00am – 1:00pm: Paper I – Practical (Technical Drawing)
- 2:00pm – 5:00pm: Paper III & II – Objective & Essay (Computer Studies)
Wednesday, August 10
- 10:00am – 2:45pm: Paper III & II – Objective & Essay (Further Mathematics)
- 3:30pm – 5:30pm: Paper III & II – Objective & Essay (Building Construction)
Thursday, August 11
- 10:00am – 2:15pm: Paper III & II – Objective & Essay for Auto-Body Repair and Spray Painting, Auto Electrical Work, Auto Mechanical work, Auto Parts Merchandising, Welding & Fabrication Engineering Craft Practice, Radio, Television & Electronics Work, Plumbing & Pipe Fitting, Furniture Making, Catering Craft Practice, Clothing & Textiles
- 10:00am – 12:00pm: Paper IV – Drawing & Design (Furniture Making)
Friday, August 12
- 10:00am – 12:30pm: Paper III & II – Objective & Essay (Metal Work)
Please note that for each day where multiple exams are listed at the same time, candidates should only be expected to attend the specific exam that pertains to their course of study
Key Features of NECO Exams
| NECO Registration | NECO Timetable | Exam Type | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timeline | Registration usually starts in December and ends in May. | After WAEC has closed its timetable and registration process, NECO will release its exam dates and times. | NECO Senior Secondary exam has two types: Internal NECO exam (for current students) and Private NECO (for non-attached students). |
Conclusion
The release of the NECO Timetable for 2023/2024 July/August internal exams is a critical moment for students preparing for these examinations. With this timetable available in a user-friendly PDF format, both Science and Art students can plan their study schedule more effectively.
The NECO SSCE (Internal) 2023/2024 Examination Timetable for SS3 can be easily accessed either on the NECO portal or this page, making it easier for students to prepare thoroughly.
Remember, the NECO exams usually start one week after the West Africa Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (WASSCE). Therefore, timely preparation and efficient coordination between the two exams are crucial.
With a well-structured timetable, NECO aims to facilitate a smooth examination process, allowing students to showcase their knowledge and skills with confidence. We encourage all students to follow the NECO timetable carefully, utilize all available resources, and stay focused on their studies to achieve success in their examinations.