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‎REPORT ON THE COMMENCEMENT OF THE 2026 BECE EXAMINATION AND CANDIDATE ENROLMENT
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‎This report presents an overview of the commencement and distribution of candidates registered for the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) in the Jirapa Municipality.
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‎The examination officially commenced on 4th May 2026 and is scheduled to end on 8th May 2026, taking place across four designated centres within the municipality.
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‎A total of 1,200 candidates have been registered for the examination, comprising 477 boys and 723 girls.
‎This reflects a notably higher participation of female candidates compared to their male counterparts.
‎Comparison of 2025 and 2026 Candidature
‎In 2025 , a total of 1,253 candidates were registered, made up of 525 boys and 728 girls. The 2026 figures therefore indicate a slight decline in overall candidature, alongside a marginal reduction in both male and female enrolment.
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‎ Centre-wise Distribution of Candidates
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‎St. Francis Centre A: 116 boys, 168 girls – Total: 284
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‎Ullo SHS: 111 boys, 154 girls – Total: 265
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‎St. Francis Centre B: 124 boys, 185 girls – Total: 309
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‎Jirapa SHS: 126 boys, 216 girls – Total: 342
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‎ Key Observations
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‎Female candidates outnumber males in all four centres, indicating a consistent gender disparity in favour of girls. Jirapa SHS recorded the highest number of candidates, while Ullo SHS recorded the lowest enrolment. Despite the slight decline compared to 2025, overall participation remains strong across the municipality.
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‎ Supervision and Guidance
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‎The Municipal Director of Education, together with the municipal education team, visited all examination centres to officially commence the examinations. During these visits, candidates were advised to adhere to examination regulations, avoid malpractice, and strive to give their best performance.
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‎ Conclusion
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‎The Jirapa Municipality is well-prepared for the 2026 BECE, with all four centres adequately accommodating the registered candidates.
‎While participation levels are commendable, the persistent gender imbalance highlights the need for targeted strategies to improve male enrolment and retention in basic education.
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