The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has officially announced the commencement of registration for the 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for Private Candidates (Second Series).

Candidates who wish to sit for the 2026 WAEC GCE Second Series are advised to register before the deadline to avoid missing the examination. Registration is conducted entirely online, and all candidates must complete their biometric capture and online registration within the stipulated period.

In this article, you will find the WAEC GCE 2026 registration fee, deadline, payment methods, registration process, examination format, and other important instructions.

WAEC GCE 2026 Second Series Registration Details

WAEC GCE 2026 Registration Deadline

Candidates should take note of the following important dates:

• Closing date for PIN Generation: Friday, August 14, 2026
• Deadline for Biometric Capture & Online Registration: 11:59 PM, Sunday, August 16, 2026

Applicants are strongly advised not to wait until the closing date before completing their registration.

WAEC GCE 2026 Registration Fee

The registration fee for the 2026 WAEC GCE Second Series is:

₦27,000

Candidates are also expected to pay an additional ₦500 commission to accredited banks or registration agents.

How to Register for WAEC GCE 2026 Second Series

Follow these steps to register successfully:

1. Pay the registration fee at any accredited bank or approved payment platform.
2. Obtain your Registration PIN.
3. Visit the official WAEC registration portal.
4. Complete your biometric fingerprint capture.
5. Fill in your personal information correctly.
6. Upload a valid passport photograph.
7. Select your examination subjects.
8. Submit your registration.
9. Print your Admission Notice, which serves as proof of successful registration.

Approved Banks for WAEC GCE Registration

Candidates can pay their registration fees at any of the following banks:

• Access Bank
• Ecobank
• Fidelity Bank
• First Bank
• First City Monument Bank (FCMB)
• Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank)
• Heritage Bank
• Jaiz Bank
• Polaris Bank
• Stanbic IBTC Bank
• Standard Chartered Bank
• Sterling Bank
• Union Bank
• United Bank for Africa (UBA)
• Unity Bank
• Wema Bank
• Zenith Bank

Cashless Payment Channels

Registration PINs can also be purchased through approved electronic payment platforms including:

• PalmPay
• Paga
• Interswitch
• Paycom
• Xpress Payment
• BancWize
• Bring Africa
• Broadshift Technologies
• Citiserve
• CoralPay
• eTranzact
• IQ Pay
• Cyberspace Limited
• Fidelity Bank
• ITEX
• Unified Payments
• UBA
• Capricorn Limited
• Kudi

Walk-in Registration

Candidates who miss the registration deadline may still register as Walk-in Candidates, provided they complete registration at least 24 hours before the paper they intend to write.

Walk-in Registration Fee

₦45,000

Candidates with Special Needs

Candidates with disabilities are required to register online like every other applicant.

However, they must clearly indicate their impairment during registration, including:

• Visual impairment
• Low vision
• Hard of hearing
• Speech impairment
• Spastic condition
• Other special needs

Where to Register

Candidates can register at:

• WAEC Offices
• Accredited Cyber Cafés
• WAEC Registration Points
• Approved Banks
• Accredited Registration Agents

WAEC GCE 2026 Examination Format

The 2026 WAEC GCE Second Series will be conducted using the Computer-Based Test (CBT) format.

• Objective Questions: Fully Computer-Based.
• Essay and Practical Papers: Hybrid format, where questions are displayed on the computer screen while candidates write their answers in provided answer booklets.

Candidates are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the CBT environment before the examination.

Online Mock Examination

WAEC will organize an online mock examination for interested candidates before the main examination.

Information regarding the mock examination, including the date and guidelines, will be communicated through:

• SMS
• Email
• WAEC social media platforms

Important Registration Guidelines

Candidates should note the following:

• Registration fees are non-refundable.
• Complete your registration within two weeks of your first access to the registration portal.
• Ensure your name, date of birth, gender, passport photograph, and subjects are correctly entered.
• Print your Admission Notice after registration.
• Your Result Checker PIN will be printed on the Admission Notice.
• Only acceptable fingerprint scanners should be used during biometric registration.
• Continue checking the official WAEC website for updates and examination timetables.
• Candidates must use a clear passport photograph with a contrasting background.
• Poor-quality or defaced photographs may invalidate registration.
• Study the official WAEC syllabus before the examination.
• Candidates must appear in mufti (plain clothes). Professional uniforms are not allowed.
• Multiple registrations in different centres will result in cancellation of all results.
• Mobile phones and electronic gadgets are strictly prohibited in the examination hall.
• Candidates must bring the original Admission Notice to every examination.
• Examination malpractice attracts cancellation of results and possible prosecution.
• Ensure you provide a valid email address and active phone number during registration.

Official WAEC Registration Portal

Candidates should complete their registration through the official WAEC portal:

For additional information and updates, visit the official WAEC website:

Final Thoughts

Registration for the WAEC GCE 2026 Second Series is now ongoing. Interested candidates are encouraged to complete their registration well before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues.

Ensure that all information provided during registration is accurate, complete your biometric capture, print your Admission Notice, and begin preparing early for the CBT examination.

For more Information and Assistance With Our team is availiable to guide you through the registration and application process smoothly.

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