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EXETAT

National end-of-secondary examination — the credential that opens doors to higher education and working life in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

What is the EXETAT?

The EXETAT (Examen d’État) is the national end-of-secondary examination in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It is the official qualification that marks the end of secondary school and grants access to higher education or working life.

Organised by the Ministry of National Education and New Citizenship, the EXETAT assesses the knowledge and skills pupils have built throughout secondary school. It is required for final-year pupils who wish to obtain their State diploma (Baccalauréat).

Why the EXETAT matters

1

Access to higher education

The EXETAT is the gateway to universities, higher institutes, and other tertiary institutions in the DRC and abroad.

2

Validation of skills

It certifies that the pupil has met secondary-level requirements and is ready for further study or working life.

3

National recognition

The State diploma (Baccalauréat) obtained through the EXETAT is officially recognised by the Congolese State and opens many career opportunities.

How the EXETAT is organised

Registration requirements

  • Be regularly enrolled in the final year of secondary school (6th year)
  • Have regularly attended 5th and 6th years of secondary school
  • Be up to date with school fees
  • Meet any age requirements
  • Provide required administrative documents (birth certificate, photos, etc.)

EXETAT subjects

The EXETAT includes written papers in the main subjects:

Compulsory papers:

  • French
  • Mathematics
  • History
  • Geography
  • Modern language (English)

Papers by stream:

  • Sciences (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) for scientific streams
  • Philosophy, Economics for literary streams
  • Technical papers for technical streams

Schedule and process

  • Registration usually takes place at the start of the school year
  • The exam is usually held in June each year
  • Papers are spread over several days in designated exam centres
  • Results are published a few weeks after the exams
  • A resit session may be organised for candidates who did not pass

Preparing for the EXETAT

During the school year

  • Regular attendance and active participation in class
  • Regular review of lessons
  • Practice exercises and past papers
  • Taking mock exams
  • Reviewing past years’ papers

Before the exam

  • Systematic review of all programmes
  • Practice on typical questions
  • Stress management and mental preparation
  • Checking materials and required documents
  • Rest and a balanced diet

Results and how to check them

Checking results

EXETAT results are published by the Ministry of National Education and New Citizenship. Candidates can check their results:

  • Online on the Ministry’s official platform
  • At schools
  • At exam centres
  • By SMS (according to announced arrangements)
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State diploma (Baccalauréat)

Candidates who pass the EXETAT receive the State diploma (Baccalauréat), the official document certifying success in the examination. This diploma is required for enrolment in higher education and for many career paths.

The EXETAT: your passport to the future

The EXETAT is a crucial step in every Congolese pupil’s education. It validates all years of secondary study and opens the door to higher education and professional life. Solid preparation and steady work throughout the year are key to success.

For more information on the EXETAT, registration, papers, and results, contact your school leadership or the Ministry of National Education and New Citizenship.

Telephone — hotline

For any report or information related to national education and new citizenship, call 178

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