Niger's IPSP Reports 91.72% Pass Rate in 2026 Health Certification Exam

The Institut pratique de santé publique (IPSP) in Niger has announced that 499 out of 544 candidates who sat for the 2026 health certification exam have passed, achieving a success rate of 91.72%. The results, which cover the institute's three campuses in Niamey, Maradi, and Agadez, as well as four training programs, indicate a high level of performance across the board. The IPSP is a private institution that was established in 2002 to address the need for qualified healthcare professionals in Niger.

The IPSP's 2026 health certification exam results show that all four training programs had pass rates above 87%. The programs include Agents de santé de base (ASB) with 256 passes out of 291 candidates, Licence en soins infirmiers (LSI) with 129 passes out of 137 candidates, Licence en soins obstétricaux (LSO, midwifery) with 95 passes out of 97 candidates, and Licence en biologie médicale (LBM) with a perfect score of 19 passes out of 19 candidates. The LBM program achieved a 100% pass rate, making it the top-performing program.

The IPSP's campus in Agadez had the highest pass rate among the three campuses, with 25 out of 26 candidates passing, achieving a rate of 96.15%. The campus in Niamey had 365 passes out of 394 candidates, achieving a rate of 92.64%, while the campus in Maradi had 109 passes out of 124 candidates, achieving a rate of 87.90%. The Agadez campus had a perfect score in the nursing program, with all 10 candidates passing.

The IPSP's Niamey campus had the highest number of top performers, with one candidate achieving an Excellent grade and 24 candidates achieving Très bien grades. The campus also had a high pass rate in the midwifery and biology programs, with 100% of candidates passing. The IPSP's focus on providing high-quality education and training is reflected in the strong performance of its students.

The IPSP's success in producing qualified healthcare professionals is crucial in addressing the needs of Niger's healthcare system. The country faces significant health challenges, and the IPSP's graduates will play a vital role in addressing these challenges. The institute's presence in three regions of Niger enables it to provide training to students from different parts of the country.

The IPSP's graduates will now proceed to the next stage of their careers, with many expected to join the healthcare workforce. The institute's focus on providing practical skills and training will enable its graduates to make an immediate impact in the healthcare sector. The IPSP's commitment to excellence in education and training has been demonstrated through its strong pass rates and top performers.

The IPSP's achievements in the 2026 health certification exam reflect its commitment to providing high-quality education and training in the healthcare sector. The institute's strong performance is a testament to its focus on excellence and its dedication to producing qualified healthcare professionals who will make a positive impact in Niger's healthcare system.

Key points

• The IPSP reported a 91.72% pass rate in the 2026 health certification exam, with 499 candidates successful out of 544.
• The IPSP's campus in Agadez had the highest pass rate among the three campuses, with 96.15% of candidates passing.
• The Licence en biologie médicale program achieved a perfect score, with all 19 candidates passing.