The registration for the West African Examination Council (WAEC) GCE for private candidates – second series 2024 has officially commenced. This detailed guide will walk you through every step required to successfully register for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for private candidates. Follow each step carefully to ensure a smooth registration experience.
Registration Period and Deadlines
- Registration Start Date: July 8, 2024
- Registration End Date: October 30, 2024 (by 11:59 p.m.)
- PIN Purchase Deadline: October 29, 2024
Registration Fees and Payment Information
- Registration Fee: Twenty-Seven Thousand Naira (N27,000) plus an additional bank commission of Five Hundred Naira (N500).
- Payment Locations: Payments can be made at 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
- Additionally, payments can be made at WAEC Registration Centres and through accredited agents.
Cashless Payment Options
- Registration tokens can also be purchased online using debit or credit 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: Upon payment of the registration fee, you will be issued a Registration PIN.
- Online Registration: Use your PIN to register on the WAEC registration website.
- National Identification Number (NIN): Candidates must have a valid National Identification Number.
- Special Needs Candidates: Candidates with specific needs must declare their impairment (e.g., visual, low vision, spastic, speech, hearing).
- Complete Registration: Ensure all information is accurate, including name, gender, passport photo, date of birth, and subjects. Print the Admission Notice upon completion, which includes your Result Checker PIN.
Requirements and Important Information
- Fingerprint Scanner: Use the UareU DigitalPersona fingerprint scanner for biometric validation during registration.
- Examination Mode: Candidates may choose either the CB-WASSCE or the Pen and Paper format.
- Mock Examination: An optional online mock exam will be available, with details sent via SMS, email, and social media.
- Non-Refundable Fees: All registration fees are non-refundable.
- Examination Timetable: Check the WAEC website regularly for updates on the examination timetable.
- Passport Photograph: Ensure that your photograph meets the requirements (black and white or color JPEG, 275×314 pixels, 72 dpi resolution, between 7kb and 15kb).
Examination Day Guidelines
- Dress Code: Candidates should wear casual attire (mufti). Uniforms are prohibited.
- Prohibited Items: Weapons and electronic devices, including mobile phones, are not allowed in the examination hall.
- Original Photocard: Bring the original Photocard to the exam hall on examination day.
- Accuracy of Information: Ensure all registration information is accurate, as it cannot be altered once registration is complete.
- Malpractice Consequences: Any form of examination malpractice will result in the cancellation of results and may lead to legal prosecution.
Conclusion
Make sure to provide a valid email address and phone number during registration for receiving important updates. By following these guidelines and ensuring all details are correct, you will minimize any issues during both registration and examination.
Related
- Guide to Registering for WAEC GCE 2024 (2nd Series) as a Private Candidate
- WAEC GCE Registration for Private Candidates (2nd Series) 2024: A Complete Guide