As the June 2026 baccalaureate written exams approach, the jury president outlined critical organizational details and exam statistics during a press briefing in N’Djamena. A total of 106,231 candidates have registered nationwide and at one overseas center, with stringent measures in place to uphold exam credibility.

Addressing the media in the large Abderahim Akacha hall of the National Office of Higher Exams and Contests (ONECS), Jury President Professor Doumpa Mian Asmbaye provided a comprehensive overview of preparations for the 2026 secondary general and technical baccalaureate exams, scheduled for June 8–13 across Chad.

The professor began by expressing gratitude to the nation’s top education officials, including the Minister of State for National Education, Bilingualism and Civic Promotion, and the Minister of Higher Education, Scientific Research and Vocational Training. He also acknowledged the pivotal role played by ONECS and the Exams and Contests Directorate in organizing this session.

The jury president unveiled key enrollment figures for this year’s baccalaureate. Across all streams—literary, scientific and technical—a total of 106,231 candidates have registered.

The breakdown reveals 60,501 boys (56.95%), 45,730 girls (43.05%) and 5,893 foreign candidates (5.55%).

He noted a modest increase in overall participation compared to the previous session, particularly among female students, whose numbers rose from 45,536 to 45,730. This upward trend reflects growing family commitment to girls’ education.

To facilitate smooth exam delivery, 160 testing centers have been designated: 31 in N’Djamena, 128 in the regions and one abroad in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Officials emphasize that this distribution minimizes travel burdens while enabling tighter logistical and security coordination.

The briefing also highlighted strict exam rules. Joint Decree No. 48 of May 6, 2026, explicitly bans mobile phones inside exam centers and testing rooms. The jury president stressed that all candidates must comply with the “baccalaureate code of conduct,” posted in every center. Violations may result in penalties up to and including disqualification. He reminded supervisors that enforcement begins at the entrance and continues throughout the exams.

Beyond technical and regulatory aspects, the president issued a call for nationwide mobilization. He urged support from administrative and military authorities, parents and all education stakeholders to ensure the exams proceed without incident.

“The jury relies on everyone’s commitment to guarantee the success of these exams,” he stated, underlining the need to preserve the integrity of the Chadian baccalaureate.

He also conveyed a message of encouragement to the 106,231 candidates, recognizing their dedication, sacrifices and high expectations as they embark on this pivotal milestone in their academic journey.