As the highly anticipated written baccalaureate examinations for the June 2026 session draw near, the president of the examination jury, Pr. Doumpa Mian Asmbaye, held a press briefing this Sunday, June 7, 2026, in N’Djamena. He outlined the crucial organizational arrangements and presented the latest statistics for the upcoming national assessment. A grand total of 106,231 candidates are registered across Chad and at one international center, with stringent measures implemented to uphold the diploma’s integrity.
Addressing the media from the esteemed ABDERAHIM AKACHA hall at ONECS in N’Djamena, Pr. Doumpa Mian Asmbaye inaugurated the press conference. This event served as a prelude to the commencement of the written baccalaureate exams for general and technical secondary education, scheduled nationwide from June 8 to 13, 2026.
During his address, Pr. Asmbaye began by acknowledging the paramount contributions of the nation’s top educational authorities. He specifically recognized the Minister of State, Minister of National Education, Bilingualism, and Civic Promotion, alongside the Minister of Higher Education, Scientific Research, and Vocational Training. He further commended the diligent efforts of the National Office for Higher Education Examinations and Competitions (ONECS) and the Directorate of Examinations and Competitions for their comprehensive preparations for this session.
The jury president then revealed the significant figures for this year’s baccalaureate session. Encompassing all streams—literary, scientific, and technical—the aggregate number of candidates stands at 106,231.
A detailed breakdown of the participants indicates: 60,501 boys, constituting 56.95% of the total; 45,730 girls, making up 43.05%; and 5,893 foreign candidates, representing 5.55%.
According to the jury president, these statistics reflect a slight increase compared to the previous session, particularly in female participation, which rose from 45,536 to 45,730 candidates. This encouraging upward trend underscores the growing commitment of families to girls’ education.
To facilitate the smooth execution of the examinations, 160 examination centers have been designated for this year: 31 centers within N’Djamena, 128 centers across various provinces, and one international center located in Djedda, Saudi Arabia.
This strategic organizational framework, as explained by officials from the National Office for Higher Education Examinations and Competitions, aims to bring the examination closer to candidates while ensuring enhanced logistical coordination and security throughout the process.
The press briefing also served as a crucial platform to reiterate the strict regulations governing the 2026 baccalaureate. Joint Order N°48, issued on May 6, 2026, explicitly prohibits the possession and use of mobile phones within examination centers and composition rooms.
The jury president unequivocally emphasized the imperative for all candidates to rigorously adhere to the “baccalaureate code of conduct,” prominently displayed in every center. Any breach of these rules will result in severe penalties, potentially leading to immediate exclusion from the examination.
He further reminded that supervisors are mandated to enforce these regulations diligently, from the moment candidates enter the centers and throughout the entire duration of the examinations.
Beyond the technical and regulatory aspects, the jury president issued a fervent appeal for widespread mobilization. He called upon administrative and military authorities, parents, and all stakeholders involved in the educational sector to lend their full support to ensure the successful conduct of this session.
“The jury relies on everyone’s commitment to ensure the success of these crucial examinations,” he affirmed, stressing the profound importance of safeguarding the credibility of the Chadian baccalaureate.
Concluding his remarks, he extended a message of confidence and profound encouragement to all 106,231 candidates, wishing them utmost success in this pivotal phase of their academic journey, a period marked by considerable effort, sacrifice, and high expectations.
