The registration process for the 2024 second series of the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for private candidates, also known as WAEC GCE, is officially underway. Below is a comprehensive guide to help you navigate through the registration.
Key Registration Details
- Registration Period: July 8 – October 11, 2024
- Registration Fee: ₦27,000 + ₦500 bank commission
- Test Options: Choose between CB-WASSCE and Pen and Paper Test
- Registration Method: Online
- Required Documents: National Identification Number (NIN)
Important Dates and Fees
- Registration Start Date: Monday, July 8, 2024
- Last Day to Obtain Registration PIN: Friday, October 11, 2024
- Final Registration Deadline (including Biometrics): 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, October 13, 2024
- Non-Refundable Registration Fee: ₦27,000
- Bank Commission: ₦500
Payment Locations
You can make your registration fee payments at any of the following banks:
- Access Bank Plc
- Guaranty Trust Bank Plc
- Stanbic IBTC Bank Plc
- United Bank for Africa Plc
- Ecobank Plc
- Heritage Bank Plc
- Standard Chartered Bank Plc
- Unity Bank Plc
- Fidelity Bank Plc
- Jaiz Bank
- Sterling Bank Plc
- WEMA Bank Plc
- First Bank of Nigeria Ltd
- Polaris Bank Ltd
- Union Bank of Nigeria Plc
- Zenith Bank Plc
- First City Monument Bank Plc
Payments can also be made at WAEC Registration Centres and through accredited agents.
Cashless Payment Options
For a seamless transaction, consider using credit or debit cards via the following services:
- Bancwize Limited
- Paga
- Coralpay
- Cyberspace Ltd
- Brinq Africa
- Palmpay
- Etranzact
- Fidelity Bank
- Broadshift Technologies Ltd
- Paycom
- IQ Pay
- Itex
- Citiserve Ltd
- System Specs Ltd
- Unified Payments
- UBA
- Xpress Payment
- Interswitch
- Capricorn Ltd
- Kuda
Step-by-Step Registration Process
- Obtain Registration PIN: After paying the registration fee, you’ll receive a Registration PIN.
- Online Registration: Visit the WAEC registration website and enter your PIN.
- National Identification Number (NIN): Make sure you have your NIN ready for the registration.
- Special Needs Registration: If applicable, specify any impairments (e.g., visual, low vision) during online registration.
- Complete Registration: Finalize your registration within two weeks of your initial access. Verify your details and print the Admission Notice, which includes your Result Checker PIN.
Important Requirements
- Fingerprint Scanner: Use the UareU digitalPersona scanner for biometric validation.
- Examination Choice: Choose between CB-WASSCE and Pen and Paper Test.
- Mock Examination: Online mock exams will be available. Updates will be sent via SMS, email, and social media.
- Accuracy of Information: Ensure all entered details are accurate, as they cannot be changed post-registration.
- Passport Photograph: Your photo must be a JPEG format (275×314 pixels, 72 dpi) within 7kb to 15kb.
Examination Day Requirements
- Dress Code: Casual clothing (professional uniforms are prohibited).
- Prohibited Items: Do not bring weapons or electronic gadgets, including mobile phones, into the exam hall.
- Original Photocard: Bring the original Photocard for admission to the examination.
- Malpractice Consequences: Any form of malpractice will result in the cancellation of results and possible prosecution.
Contact Information
Provide accurate email and telephone numbers during registration for further communication.
Ensure you follow these guidelines carefully to have a smooth registration and examination process. Good luck!
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