The Ekiti State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) has announced an important update to the schedule for the 2026 recruitment examination for applicants who successfully submitted their applications.
The examination, which was initially scheduled to hold on Friday 14th August and Saturday 15th August, 2026, has now been extended to Thursday 13th August to Saturday 15th August, 2026. According to the announcement signed by the Permanent Secretary of SUBEB, Mike Omolayo, the adjustment was made because of the high volume of applications received during the recruitment exercise.
Applicants are therefore advised to check their email, examination slip and Form ID carefully to determine their assigned examination date and time. Candidates must attend the Computer-Based Examination (CBE) only at their allocated time and should avoid going to the venue outside their assigned schedule.
Ekiti SUBEB Recruitment 2026 Examination Date
The Ekiti SUBEB 2026 recruitment examination will take place from Thursday 13th August to Saturday 15th August, 2026. The venue for the examination is the Ekiti State University CBT Centre, Ado-Ekiti.
Applicants shortlisted for the CBT will receive an email notification regarding their status and information about their examination batch, date and time.
Ekiti SUBEB 2026 Recruitment Portal
Candidates who successfully submitted their applications can access the recruitment portal using the official link below:
The above link is the only official portal for the recruitment and you are advised to avoid submitting your personal information to unauthorised websites claiming to be from Ekiti SUBEB.
Ekiti SUBEB CBT Batch Schedule 2026
The CBT examination is being divided into 24 batches according to candidate’s application ID.
| Batch | Date | Time | Form ID Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thursday 13th August, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM | EK-SUBEB-2026-00004 to 00788 |
| 2 | Thursday 13th August, 2026. | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM | EK-SUBEB-2026-00789 to 01570 |
| 3 | Thursday 13th August, 2026. | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | EK-SUBEB-2026-01572 to 02334 |
| 4 | Thursday 13th August, 2026. | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | EK-SUBEB-2026-02335 to 03102 |
| 5 | Thursday 13th August, 2026. | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | EK-SUBEB-2026-03103 to 03884 |
| 6 | Thursday 13th August, 2026. | 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM | EK-SUBEB-2026-03885 to 04646 |
| 7 | Thursday 13th August, 2026. | 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM | EK-SUBEB-2026-04647 to 05429 |
| 8 | Thursday 13th August, 2026. | 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM | EK-SUBEB-2026-05431 to 06195 |
| 9 | Friday 14th August, 2026. | 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM | EK-SUBEB-2026-06196 to 06979 |
| 10 | Friday 14th August, 2026. | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM | EK-SUBEB-2026-06980 to 07759 |
| 11 | Friday 14th August, 2026. | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | EK-SUBEB-2026-07760 to 08535 |
| 12 | Friday 14th August, 2026. | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | EK-SUBEB-2026-08536 to 09315 |
| 13 | Friday 14th August, 2026. | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | EK-SUBEB-2026-09316 to 10103 |
| 14 | Friday 14th August, 2026. | 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM | EK-SUBEB-2026-10104 to 10884 |
| 15 | Friday 14th August, 2026. | 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM | EK-SUBEB-2026-10885 to 11664 |
| 16 | Friday 14th August, 2026. | 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM | EK-SUBEB-2026-11665 to 12439 |
| 17 | Saturday 15th August, 2026. | 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM | EK-SUBEB-2026-12440 to 13217 |
| 18 | Saturday 15th August, 2026. | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM | EK-SUBEB-2026-13218 to 13989 |
| 19 | Saturday 15th August, 2026. | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | EK-SUBEB-2026-13990 to 14765 |
| 20 | Saturday 15th August, 2026. | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | EK-SUBEB-2026-14766 to 15535 |
| 21 | Saturday 15th August, 2026. | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | EK-SUBEB-2026-15536 to 16317 |
| 22 | Saturday 15th August, 2026. | 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM | EK-SUBEB-2026-16318 to 17094 |
| 23 | Saturday 15th August, 2026. | 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM | EK-SUBEB-2026-17095 to 17865 |
| 24 | Saturday 15th August, 2026. | 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM | EK-SUBEB-2026-17866 to 18200 |
Important: Candidates are expected to check their application IDs carefully and check the dates they will sit for their CBT exams.
Required Documents for the Examination
The required for invited candidates is their application slips and means of identification. Mobile phones and electronic devices will not be allowed in to the CBT center.
You are advised to check your application ID on your acknowledgement slip to make sure it correspond with the date and time for your examination before coming to the CBT venue.
Prohibited Items at the CBT Centre
Mobile phones and any electronic gadgets is strictly prohibited inside the CBT center.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
You can avoid the following mistakes to have a hitches-free examination:
Going on the Wrong Date
The most important thing thing to do is to check your application ID and the examination schedule/timetable to confirm the date and time you are to sit for the CBT. Going for a wrong date shine avoided to save time, transport fare and possible missing out on the CBT.
Ignoring Your Form ID
Your application ID is your examination schedule date as the exam timetable is drafted based on applicants ID.
Forgetting the Printed Application Form
Ensure your printed application form and means of identification is ready before going to the CBT center as they are your gate pass in to the examination hall..
Taking a Mobile Phone Into the Hall
As mentioned earlier, any electronic gadgets is prohibited so is better to keep them at home before coming for the CBT.
Mobile phones and electronic devices are prohibited. Candidates should make appropriate arrangements before entering the examination hall.
Application and Examination Preparation Tips
- Applicants who successfully submitted their applications need to start preparing before the date as th timeframe is short.
- Ensure to check the official timetable, check your application ID and confirm your date and time for the recruitment examination.
- Print out your application slip and keep them together with your means of identification.
- Monitor your email address regularly for the examination invite notification.
- For candidates that will be coming from far distance, plan your transportation to the Ekiti State University CBT Centre in advance to avoid confusion and unnecessary stresss
- I will advise your to revise your relevant subject area, basic English and mathematics, general knowledge and education related areas such as teaching methodology, classroom management and learners evaluation.
How to Check Your Examination Schedule
Use the following simple steps to confirm your examination date and time:
- Find your application ID from your printed application slip.
- Your application for ID is in this format; EK-SUBEB-2026-XXXXX.
- Compare your ID with the batch ranges in the official EKSUBEB CBT examination timetable.
- Carefully identify your batch, date and time.
- Attend your examination only on the scheduled date and time.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When will the Ekiti SUBEB 2026 recruitment examination hold?
The examination is scheduled to commence from Thursday 13th August to Saturday 15th August, 2026.
Where will the Ekiti SUBEB CBT examination take place?
The venue for the examination is the Ekiti State University CBT Centre, Ado-Ekiti.
How can I know my examination date and time?
Check your Form ID on your application form and compare it with the official batch schedule. You should also check your registered email for invite notification.
Can I attend the examination on another date?
Applicants are instructed to strictly follow the timetable and attend to their examination on their schedule dates.
What should I bring to the examination centre?
The documents needed for the examination is applicant’s printed application slip and valid means of identification.
Are mobile phones allowed inside the examination hall?
The recruitment instructions is that mobile phones and electronic devices are not allowed inside the CBT center.
What qualifications are eligible for appointment?
The recruitment publication states that candidates with NCE, Degree in Education or PGDE will be considered for appointment.
What should I do if I cannot find my examination schedule?
Kindly and carefully check your ID from your application slip and compare it with the official schedule ranges. Also your schedule is contained in the email notification sent to you.
Signed
Mike Omolayo
Permanent Secretary (SUBEB)
10th August, 2026

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