A wave of disinformation is currently sweeping through Ivorian social media. An infographic, perfectly mimicking the official visuals of the Ministry of National Education and Literacy (MENA) , claims that a major reform will change the point calculation for the 2026 session . This is fake news.

The content of the fake news: what to ignore

The fraudulent document circulating on WhatsApp and Facebook announces radical changes that do not exist:

1. CEPE: increase from 100 to 130 points.
2. BEPC: increase from 160 to 200 points.
3. BAC: increase from 200 to 260 points.
4. Fictional innovation: the introduction of an oral philosophy exam for the Baccalaureate.

The authorities' formal denial

Faced with the spread of this misinformation, the Ministry of National Education and Literacy (MENA) reacted immediately to reassure families. The institution confirms that no changes to the scales, coefficients, or evaluation methods are planned.

"The information being circulated on this subject is false," the ministry stated through its official channels.

Fraudsters used the government's logos and branding to deceive internet users during this stressful pre-exam period. As a reminder, all official announcements are systematically published on the website: www.men.gouv.ci.

Reminder of the official 2026 calendar

The procedures remain unchanged and the timetable is maintained as is for more than 1.1 million candidates:

Examination | Oral Exams | Written Exams | Results
CEPE	-	May 18, 2026	June 16 (2 p.m.)
BEPC	May 20-23, 2026	May 26-29, 2026	June 16 (2 p.m.)
BAC	June 2-13, 2026	June 15-19, 2026	To be specified

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Zero tolerance for fraud

The ministry reminds everyone that the physical education exams have already begun, since May 5th. On this occasion, the strict instructions were reiterated:

1. Strict ban on phones and digital devices in the centers (for candidates and supervisors).
2. Severe sanctions: up to 5 years ban from any competition or examination in case of proven fraud.

Remain vigilant and only share information from certified government sources.