UACE 2026 UNEB Sample Papers PDF — Free Download (All Subjects)
Download free UACE 2026 UNEB sample papers for Sciences, Humanities, Local Languages & Vocational subjects, plus marking guides at UGX 1,000 each.
Introduction
Are you preparing for the new UACE curriculum assessments? The Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) has released official sample papers for the 2026 UACE (A-Level) under the new competency-based curriculum, covering subjects across Sciences, Humanities, Local Languages, and Vocational studies. At Mimi Online School, we’ve organized all of these sample papers in one place — free to download — so teachers, S5 and S6 candidates, and private tutors can get familiar with the new question formats before the real assessment.
Alongside the free samples, we also provide detailed marking guides at UGX 1,000 each, showing exactly how UNEB awards marks under the new curriculum’s scenario-based and competency-based questions — a completely different scoring style from the old UACE format, which is exactly why more candidates are struggling to know what markers are actually looking for.
Why the New UACE Curriculum Feels Different
Unlike the old UACE exams, papers under the new curriculum use scenario-based and competency-based questions that test how learners apply knowledge to real situations, not just recall of facts. UNEB itself has confirmed the sample papers are “dummies” meant to show the format and style of what’s coming, not the exact final content — which is exactly why understanding the mark scheme behind each sample matters more than memorizing answers.
📘 Sciences — Free Sample Papers
Covers Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Mathematics under the new competency-based format.
| Subject | Free Sample Paper | Marking Guide (UGX 1,000) |
|---|---|---|
| Physics 1 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Physics Prac instructions | Download PDF | |
| Physics 2 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Chemistry 1 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Chemistry Prac instructions | Download PDF | |
| Chemistry 2 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Biology 1 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Biology Prac instructions | Download PDF | |
| Biology 2 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Mathematics 1 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Mathematics 2 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Sub Mathematics | Download PDF | Get Guide |
In Sciences, most marks under the new format are lost in the practical/application sections — candidates know the theory but struggle to apply it to the scenario given. The marking guides show exactly how examiners award marks for reasoning, not just final answers.
📗 Humanities — Free Sample Papers
Covers History, Geography, Economics, Divinity/CRE/IRE, and Entrepreneurship.
| Subject | Free Sample Paper | Marking Guide (UGX 1,000) |
|---|---|---|
| History 1 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| History 2 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Geography 1 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Geography 2 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Economics 1 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Economics 2 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Entrepreneurship 1 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Entrepreneurship 2 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Divinity / CRE 1 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| CRE 2 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| IRE 1 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| IRE 2 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
Humanities candidates usually lose marks on essay structure and argument development under the new scenario-based questions, rather than lack of knowledge. The guides show model answers matched to the expected mark distribution for each question type.
📒 Vocational Subjects — Free Sample Papers
Covers Fine Art, Music, Agriculture, Technical Drawing, Clothing and textiles, Food and Nutrition and related vocational/technical subjects.
| Subject | Free Sample Paper | Marking Guide (UGX 1,000) |
|---|---|---|
| Fine Art 1 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Fine Art 2 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Agriculture 1 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Agriculture Prac instructions | Download PDF | |
| Agriculture 2 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Music 1 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Music 2 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Clothing and textiles 1 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Clothing and textiles 2 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Food and Nutrition 1 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Food and Nutrition 2 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Technical Drawing 1 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Technical Drawing 2 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Technical Drawing 3 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Wood work 1 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Wood work 2 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Wood work Prac instructions | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Metal work 1 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Metal work Prac instructions | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Metal work 2 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| ICT 1 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| 1CT 2 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
📙 Local Languages — Free Sample Papers
Covers Luganda and other approved local language subjects under the new curriculum.
| Subject | Free Sample Paper | Marking Guide (UGX 1,000) |
|---|---|---|
| Luganda 1 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Luganda 2 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Leb Acoli 1 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Leb Acoli 2 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Leblango 1 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Leblango 2 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Lugbarati 1 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Lugbarati 2 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Runyankore 1 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Runyankore 2 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Lusoga 1 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Lusoga 2 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Ateso 1 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Ateso 2 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Dhopadhola 1 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Dhopadhola 2 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Runyoro 1 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Runyoro 2 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Lumasaaba 1 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
| Lumasaaba 2 | Download PDF | Get Guide |
How to Download
- Click “Download PDF” next to your subject to get the free sample paper instantly.
- Click “Get Guide” to purchase the matching marking guide for UGX 1,000, delivered instantly after payment.
- Save or print — guides work on phone, tablet, or computer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these the official UNEB UACE 2025 sample papers? Yes — these are the sample papers released by UNEB to prepare schools for the new UACE competency-based curriculum. UNEB has stated these are representative “dummy” papers showing the format, not the exact final exam content.
Why do I need a marking guide if the sample paper is free? The sample paper shows you the questions. The marking guide shows you exactly how marks are awarded — model answers, mark allocation, and common mistakes — which matters even more under the new scenario-based question style, where wording and reasoning affect scoring.
How much does a marking guide cost? Each subject marking guide costs UGX 1,000, delivered instantly after payment.
Are these papers useful for both Senior 5 and Senior 6 candidates? Yes — they’re useful for any learner or teacher familiarizing themselves with the new UACE assessment format, whether for classwork, revision, or mock exam preparation.
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