No fewer than 4,169 teachers did not pass the Batch ‘A’ Professional Qualifying Examination (PQE) organized by the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN), which was held from May 15 to 17, 2025.
Figures reveal that 13,782 individuals registered for the exam.
Of that number, 12,874 (representing 93.4%) actually sat for the test, while 908 candidates (6.6%) were absent.
Among those who took the exam, 8,705 candidates, about 67.62%, achieved a passing score.
However, 4,169 (32.38%) were unsuccessful.
Lagos State posted the best performance with an 80% pass rate.
It was followed by Edo State at 73.3%, Niger State with 69.2%, and the Federal Capital Territory at 68.3%.
According to the TRCN, the performance of some candidates was negatively impacted by a lack of digital literacy, which hindered their ability to navigate the computer-based test.
In light of these challenges, the council said it is implementing new strategies aimed at improving the digital competence of teachers.
“All candidates who participated in the examination can check their results online at www.fron.gov.ng or www.trcnigeria.ng, or visit any of our TRCN state or liaison offices. Successful candidates may proceed to process their certificates and licenses,” the TRCN stated in its performance report.
The council added that it will also make curriculum guides and past exam papers available online and provide training sessions focused on digital skills to help teachers prepare better for future assessments.
Additionally, it reminded candidates that exam results are valid for certification for only one year after publication.
“TRCN encourages candidates who did not pass to engage in ICT training and pedagogical development, and to register for the November batch,” it added.
The PQE is a mandatory assessment used by the TRCN to determine the readiness and professional competence of individuals seeking to register as teachers in Nigeria.
Those who fail the exam and do not register for a retake risk losing their eligibility for a teaching license.
