The West African Examination Council (WAEC) has officially opened registration for the 2025 General Certificate Examination (GCE) for private candidates (First Series). Below is a comprehensive guide to help you navigate the registration process, fees, payment methods, and key steps for successful enrollment.

Registration Details and Fees

• Start Date: January 6, 2025
• Fee: ₦27,000, plus a bank commission of ₦500

Payment Options

1. Approved Banks:

• Access Bank Plc

• Guaranty Trust Bank Plc
• Stanbic IBTC Bank Plc
• United Bank for Africa Plc (UBA)
• First Bank of Nigeria Ltd
• Fidelity Bank Plc
• Polaris Bank Ltd
• Zenith Bank Plc
• Union Bank of Nigeria Plc
• Ecobank Plc
• WEMA Bank Plc
• Heritage Bank Plc
• Sterling Bank Plc
• Unity Bank Plc
• First City Monument Bank Plc
• Standard Chartered Bank Plc
• Jaiz Bank

2. Cashless Payment Services:

• Bancwize Limited
• Paga
• Coralpay
• Brinq Africa
• Cyberspace Ltd
• IQ Pay
• Paycom
• Kuda
• Etranzact
• Interswitch
• Broadshift Technologies Ltd
• Unified Payments
• System Specs Ltd
• Xpress Payment
• Fidelity Bank
• UBA

How to Register for WAEC GCE 2025

Step 1: Obtain Registration PIN
Pay the registration fee at an approved bank or cashless payment service provider to receive your Registration PIN.

Step 2: Visit the Registration Website
Log in to the WAEC Registration Portal using your PIN.

Step 3: Provide National Identification Number (NIN)
Ensure your NIN is available, as it is mandatory for registration.

Step 4: Special Needs Candidates
If applicable, specify any impairment (e.g., visual, speech, hearing) during registration to receive appropriate assistance.

Step 5: Complete Registration
Complete and verify your registration within two weeks. Ensure all personal details, including name, gender, date of birth, passport photograph, and subject selection, are accurate. Print your Admission Notice, which includes your Result Checker PIN.

Important Guidelines

• Double-check all provided information to avoid errors.

• Follow the instructions on the registration portal meticulously.

• Keep your Admission Notice safe for examination and result-checking purposes.

By adhering to these instructions, candidates can successfully register and prepare for the 2025 WAEC GCE First Series examination.

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