The West African Examination Council (WAEC) has opened the GCE registration for private candidates for the first series in 2025. This guide explains the registration process, fees, payment options, and steps for completing the process. Read on to learn all the necessary details for a successful registration.
The registration for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for private candidates in the first series of 2025 is now open. This guide covers all essential details, including fees, payment options, and registration steps.
Registration Details and Fees
- Start Date: 22 January 2025.
- Fee: Twenty-Seven Thousand Naira (₦27,000), plus a bank commission of Five Hundred Naira (₦500).
Payment Options
Payments can be made through banks, registration centres, or accredited agents.
Approved 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
Cashless Payment 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
How to Register for WAEC GCE 2025
Step 1: Obtain Registration PIN
Pay the registration fee at an approved payment location to receive a Registration PIN.
Step 2: Visit the Registration Website
Go to WAEC Registration Portal and log in using the PIN.
Step 3: Ensure National Identification Number (NIN)
Make sure you have your NIN as it is a required detail during registration.
Step 4: Special Needs Candidates
If you have special needs, specify the type of impairment (e.g., visual, speech, hearing) during the online registration.
Step 5: Complete Registration
Finish the registration process within two weeks of starting on the website. Confirm all personal details, including name, gender, date of birth, passport photo, and selected subjects. Print the Admission Notice, which includes your Result Checker PIN.
Important Guidelines
- Verify all details carefully to avoid errors.
- Follow all instructions during registration.
- Keep the Admission Notice safe for future reference.
