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BECE Past Questions & Free Diagnostic for JHS Ghana
Practise BECE-style questions by topic, take a free 15-minute diagnostic, and see which subjects are On Track, Improving, or At Risk before exam day. JHS 1 and JHS 2 can start now. A resit candidate uses the same diagnostic.
How a BECE result actually moves
JHS 3 is the exam year. JHS 1 and JHS 2 are on the JHS page, because the gaps usually start there. In the exam year the loop is short: a check names the topic, practice stays on it, and review shows whether the miss is gone. The six best grades are what placement looks at. Spend the week on the subject that can still change that sum. The subjects themselves are on the NaCCA syllabus. Papers are under past questions, a timed sitting is under mock exams, and the national pattern of mistakes is under the chief examiner's report.
SHS is a different syllabus. If you are supporting an older brother or sister, their page is SHS and their exam is WASSCE.
What is the BECE?
The Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) is the national exam taken by Junior High School (JHS) students in Ghana at the end of JHS 3. It is administered by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) and determines placement into Senior High Schools (SHS) across the country. BECE 2026 preparation is crucial for JHS 3 students preparing for SHS placement.
The exam tests students across 8 core subjects. Results are graded on a scale of 1 (highest) to 9 (lowest), and the aggregate score from 6 best subjects determines SHS placement through the Computerised School Selection and Placement System (CSSPS).
All BECE Subjects Covered
Mathematics
Fractions, Percentages, Word Problems, Geometry, Algebra, Sets
Practice Mathematics →English Language
Comprehension, Essay Writing, Grammar, Vocabulary, Oral English
Practice English Language →Science
Diversity of Matter, Cycles, Forces & Energy, Humans & Environment
Practice Science →Social Studies
Governance, Environment, Culture, Ghana History, Map Work
Practice Social Studies →Computing
Computer basics, Internet, Word Processing, Spreadsheets, Programming
Practice Computing →Career Technology
Pre-Technical Skills, Home Economics, Entrepreneurship
Practice Career Technology →Religious & Moral Education
Christianity, Islam, Traditional Religion, Moral Teachings
Practice Religious & Moral Education →Creative Arts & Design
Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Design
Practice Creative Arts & Design →French
Comprehension, Grammar, Vocabulary, Composition
Practice French →Arabic
Comprehension, Grammar, Vocabulary, Composition
Practice Arabic →How Olearna Helps You Prepare for BECE
Free Diagnostic Test
Take a 5-minute diagnostic per subject. Questions are based on BECE past questions and the current GES syllabus. No payment required.
Get Your Readiness Label
Instantly see whether you are On Track, Improving, or At Risk for each subject. No guesswork.
Targeted Practice
Olearna generates practice sets focused on your weakest topics. Stop wasting time on what you already know. Practice what matters.
Track Progress Weekly
Your Readiness Label updates as you practise. Watch yourself move from At Risk to On Track before exam day.
Build Your BECE Readiness Before Exam Day
Every week of preparation counts. Use diagnostics and focused practice to spend more time on the topics that need attention.
With Olearna, you know exactly what to study. No more guessing, no more wasted revision time.
For Parents: Know Where Your Child Stands
Olearna gives you a clear readiness label for every subject your child is preparing for. See their strengths, their weak areas, and their progress - all without needing to check their books.
At GH₵59/month for the Confidence plan, Olearna costs a fraction of extra classes (GH₵200-500/month) and gives you something extra classes never do: visibility.
Learn More for ParentsBECE Preparation FAQ
The way a result moves is to name the gap, practise that gap, and check again. How the five diagnostics do that: Start-Level Check, Weakness Finder, Subject Deep Check, Topic Mastery Check, Exam Skills Check. The free diagnostic still needs no account.
Where can I find the current BECE timetable?
WAEC Ghana publishes the official BECE timetable. Check waecgh.org/timetable for the current schedule and any updates.
How many subjects are in BECE?
BECE covers 9 core subjects under the CCP curriculum: Mathematics, English Language, Science, Social Studies, Computing, Career Technology, Religious & Moral Education, Creative Arts & Design, and Physical Education and Health. Students also take a Ghanaian Language and may take French or Arabic.
What is a BECE past question?
BECE past questions are previous exam papers released by WAEC. Practising them helps students understand the format, common question types, and difficulty level of the actual exam.
How does Olearna help with BECE preparation?
Olearna provides a free diagnostic test that identifies weak areas across all BECE subjects. Students receive a Readiness Label (On Track, Improving, or At Risk) and get targeted practice questions focused on the topics they need most.
Is Olearna free for BECE students?
Yes. The diagnostic test and readiness label are completely free. Paid plans starting at GH₵29/month unlock unlimited practice, detailed analytics, and parent dashboards.
Can parents track their child's BECE preparation?
Yes. Parents can view their child's readiness label, subject-level scores, and progress over time from their own dashboard. No login sharing needed.
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