WAEC and NECO Exams Will Move to CBT by 2026

The Nigerian Federal Government announced that WAEC and NECO exams will transition to computer-based testing (CBT) starting from November 2025 with objective questions, and fully including essay papers by May–June 2026.
This shift aims to curb cheating and exam malpractice, as seen in previous exams like the 2025 UTME, and improve the accuracy and fairness of results.
The Minister of Education highlighted the issue of cheating at “miracle centres” and emphasized the need for exam security and trust in results.
Students are advised to start developing basic computer skills ahead of the full CBT implementation to adapt to the new format.