Everything JUPEB candidates need to know about the 2026 examination schedule.
The Joint Universities Preliminary Examinations Board (JUPEB) has officially released the timetable for the 2026 examinations, and candidates can now plan their preparation with full confidence. The JUPEB Board confirmed that the 2026 JUPEB examination will commence on Monday, August 3, 2026, and conclude on Friday, August 14, 2026.
The examinations are structured across two full weeks, each with a distinct focus.
Before the exam period, ensure you practice past questions of at least the last five years. That's the secret of scoring high. Past questions helps you focus on repeated topics and repeated questions instead of reading off-exminers' mind. You can get all past jupeb past questions and answers here on FreshNote.
JUPEB 2026 exam timetable
WEEK 1 — MCQ/CBT/PRACTICAL TIMETABLE (August 3–7, 2026)
Morning Session: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Afternoon Session: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Monday, August 3
- Morning (8:30–9:30 AM): Briefing Session
- Morning (11:30 AM–12:30 PM): Economics
- Afternoon (1:30–2:30 PM): Economics / Yoruba / Igbo / Music
- Afternoon (3:00–4:00 PM): Agricultural Science
- Afternoon (4:30–5:30 PM): Accounting / Agricultural Science
Tuesday, August 4
- Morning (8:30 AM–11:00 AM): Physics
- Afternoon (1:30–2:30 PM): Physics / History
- Afternoon (3:00–5:30 PM): Government
Wednesday, August 5
- Morning (8:30 AM–11:00 AM): Chemistry
- Afternoon (1:30–2:30 PM): Chemistry
- Afternoon (3:00–4:00 PM): Business Studies
- Afternoon (4:30–5:30 PM): Literature
Thursday, August 6
- Morning (8:30–9:30 AM): Biology / French
- Morning (10:00–11:00 AM): Biology / Visual Arts
- Morning (11:30 AM–12:30 PM): Biology / Geography
- Afternoon (1:30–4:00 PM): Mathematics
- Afternoon (4:30–5:30 PM): Mathematics / CRS / ISS
Friday, August 7
- All Day: Physics Practical / French Practical
WEEK 2 — ESSAY/PRACTICAL TIMETABLE (August 10–14, 2026)
Morning Session: 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM | Afternoon Session: 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Monday, August 10
- Morning (8:00–10:00 AM): Yoruba / Igbo Essay
- Morning (10:30 AM–12:30 PM): History / Agricultural Science Essay
- Afternoon (1:00–3:00 PM): Physics Essay
- Afternoon (3:30–5:30 PM): French / Music Essay
Tuesday, August 11
- Morning (8:00–10:00 AM): Chemistry Essay
- Morning (10:30 AM–12:30 PM): CRS / ISS / Business Studies Essay
- Afternoon (1:00–3:00 PM): Mathematics Essay
- Afternoon (3:30–5:30 PM): Government Essay
Wednesday, August 12
- Morning (8:00–10:00 AM): Biology / Geography Essay
- Morning (10:30 AM–12:30 PM): Literature / Accounting Essay
- Afternoon (3:30–5:30 PM): Economics / Visual Arts Essay
Thursday, August 13
- All Day: Chemistry Practical / Music Practical / Agricultural Science Practical / Visual Art Practical
Friday, August 14
- All Day: Biology Practical
A New CBT Format for MCQ Papers
The Multiple-Choice Questions section will now be conducted as a Computer-Based Test (CBT), meaning candidates will answer objective questions using computer systems at designated CBT centres. This move aligns with the growing use of digital assessment systems in Nigeria's educational sector.
Candidates unfamiliar with CBT environments are strongly advised to practise extensively before August. FreshNote's free JUPEB CBT practice app is the perfect tool to build speed, accuracy, and confidence ahead of the exam.
Important Reminders for Candidates
- Arrive at your centre at least 30 minutes before each paper
- Come with your original JUPEB ID card, writing materials, and a calculator
- Mobile phones and electronic devices are strictly prohibited in the hall
- The timetable is subject to change — monitor official JUPEB channels regularly
Start Preparing Now
With August just around the corner, now is the time to intensify your preparation. FreshNote offers comprehensive JUPEB past questions and answers across all subjects, available for instant download or practice on the CBT app.