On Friday, August 14, 2026, Niger's Minister of Higher Education, Scientific Research and Technological Innovation, Pr Mamadou Saidou, officially presented the global results for the 2026 Baccalauréat exams. The presentation detailed the performance of candidates across various categories and regions. Out of 89,143 registered candidates for the national examination, 85,441 presented themselves, resulting in a strong participation rate of 95.85%. This significant turnout shows the importance of the Baccalauréat in the country's educational system. Pr Mamadou Saidou extended "ses remerciements à l’ensemble des acteurs du système éducatif dont l’engagement, la rigueur, le professionnalisme et le sens du devoir bien accompli ont permis d’assurer l’organisation efficace et transparente de cet examen national, aux Forces de Défense et de Sécurité pour la sécurisation du processus, ainsi qu’aux autorités administratives locales pour leur implication remarquable." The Minister's remarks noted the collaborative effort required to successfully administer such a large-scale examination.
Pass Rates by Candidate Type
The overall pass rate for the 2026 Baccalauréat exams was recorded at 40.41%. A detailed breakdown by institution type revealed varying success rates. The pass rate for candidates from public institutions stood at 38%, indicating a significant portion of students from state-funded schools successfully completed the examination. In contrast, those from private institutions achieved a higher pass rate of 49.75%, suggesting a notable performance advantage within the private sector. Independent candidates recorded a pass rate of 26.76%, which was the lowest among the categories.
Further analysis by baccalaureate stream showed distinct outcomes. For the general education baccalaureate, the pass rate was 37.65%. Candidates for the professional education baccalaureate demonstrated a higher pass rate of 61.46%, reflecting strong results in vocational tracks. The technical education baccalaureate saw the highest success rate, with 66.37% of its candidates passing the examination, showing the effectiveness of technical training pathways.
Regional Performance Notes
The Diffa region achieved the highest overall pass rate in the 2026 Baccalauréat exams with 49.24%, showcasing its leading position in academic achievement. Niamey followed with a pass rate of 47.33%, indicating a strong performance from the capital region. Agadez recorded the third-highest overall regional performance at 44.46%, demonstrating consistent success across different areas of the country.
For candidates in the general baccalaureate stream, Diffa again led all regions with a 45.90% pass rate, reinforcing its strong educational foundation. Niamey secured the second position in this category, with 44.92% of its general baccalaureate candidates passing, closely trailing Diffa. Agadez registered a 40.59% pass rate for its general baccalaureate candidates, maintaining its top-tier regional performance.
In the professional baccalaureate category, Agadez recorded the highest success rate at 77.75%, noting its excellence in professional education. Maradi followed with a pass rate of 69.26% for its professional candidates, while Zinder achieved a 63.57% pass rate in the same stream.
Diffa also demonstrated strong performance in the technical baccalaureate, leading this category with an 82.49% pass rate, indicating a high level of proficiency in technical fields. Maradi closely followed in the technical baccalaureate results, with 81.29% of its candidates passing the examination, further solidifying its position in specialized education.
Exam Statistics and Mentions
The demographic breakdown of candidates showed that girls constituted 46.46% of registered candidates for the 2026 Baccalauréat exams and 47.40% of those who presented themselves, indicating a near-equal representation in the examination process. The extensive examination process involved candidates taking tests in 208 examination juries across the country, ensuring broad coverage and accessibility. Official results indicated that 38 candidates achieved "mentions très bien" (very good mentions), recognizing exceptional academic excellence. Additionally, 406 candidates were awarded "mentions bien" (good mentions), reflecting strong academic performance across a larger group. A further 3,325 candidates received "mentions assez bien" (fairly good mentions) in the national assessment, signifying commendable effort and understanding.
Context and Comparison
The overall pass rate for the 2026 Baccalauréat exams in Niger stood at 40.41%. This figure marked a significant improvement of 7 percentage points compared to the 2025 session, reflecting positive trends in educational outcomes. In 2025, the overall admission rate was 33.58%, with 23,631 candidates declared admitted out of 73,940 registered candidates. The 2026 results indicate a notable increase in the success rate for students across the country, demonstrating progress in the national education system.