WAEC 2025 GCE 2nd Series Registration Deadline Extended: New Date, Fees, and Guidelines
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has announced an extension of the registration deadline for the 2025 WASSCE for Private Candidates (2nd Series). Initially scheduled to close on August 24th, 2025, the new deadline is now September 7th, 2025.
Candidates should also note that PIN generation will now close on September 5th, 2025. This gives intending candidates more time to complete their registration and biometric capturing.
The registration fee remains ₦27,000 and must be paid at accredited banks or approved payment channels. Candidates are urged to complete their registration before the closing date as late registration may attract additional fees.
WAEC GCE 2025 (2nd Series) Registration Details
Mode of Registration
- Registration is strictly online at www.waeconline.org.ng.
- Biometric capturing is mandatory for all candidates and will be used for validation during the exams.
Payment Options
The ₦27,000 registration fee can be paid at any of the following banks:
Access Bank, UBA, First Bank, Zenith Bank, GTBank, Ecobank, Union Bank, Polaris Bank, Wema Bank, Unity Bank, Jaiz Bank, Sterling Bank, Heritage Bank, FCMB, Stanbic IBTC, Standard Chartered, and others listed by WAEC.
Candidates must also pay a ₦500 commission fee to the bank or accredited agent.
Alternatively, candidates can pay online using credit/debit cards or cashless payment platforms such as Interswitch, Paycom, Paga, Palmpay, and others.
Walk-in Candidates
Those who miss the deadline may still apply as Walk-in Candidates at the cost of ₦45,000, but must register at least 24 hours before their chosen paper.
Special Needs Candidates
Candidates with special needs (visual, hearing, speech, or physical impairments) are expected to indicate this during registration.
Key Dates
- Start of Registration: June 9th, 2025
- PIN Generation Deadline: September 5th, 2025
- Registration Deadline: September 7th, 2025 (11:59 PM)
Important Information for Candidates
- WAEC 2025 GCE will feature Computer-Based Testing (CBT) for objective papers. Essay and practical papers will be hybrid (questions on-screen, answers written on paper).
- A Mock CBT Exam will be organized for interested candidates, with details communicated via SMS, email, and social media.
- Only digital passport photographs meeting WAEC’s specifications will be accepted.
- All candidates must print their Admission Notice, which contains their exam details and result checker PIN.
- Malpractice, impersonation, or carrying gadgets into the hall will lead to outright cancellation of results and possible prosecution.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About WAEC GCE 2025 2nd Series
1. What is the new closing date for WAEC GCE 2025 2nd Series registration?
The new closing date is September 7th, 2025. PIN generation will close earlier, on September 5th, 2025.
2. How much is the WAEC GCE registration fee for 2025?
The registration fee is ₦27,000, plus an additional ₦500 commission at the bank or agent.
3. Can I still register after the deadline?
Yes, but only as a Walk-in Candidate. This costs ₦45,000 and must be done at least 24 hours before the scheduled exam.
4. Where can I register for the WAEC GCE?
Candidates can register online at www.waeconline.org.ng after purchasing a PIN from accredited banks or agents. Registration can also be done at WAEC offices, cyber cafés, or WAEC registration points.
5. Will the WAEC 2025 GCE be computer-based?
Yes. The objective papers will be fully CBT, while essay and practicals will be hybrid exams (questions on-screen, answers on paper).
6. What documents do I need for registration?
You need a valid passport photograph (meeting WAEC specifications), biometric capturing, and correct personal details such as name, date of birth, and subjects.
7. Can candidates with special needs register?
Yes. WAEC allows visually impaired, hearing impaired, and other physically challenged candidates to register. They must indicate their impairment type during registration.
8. Is the registration fee refundable if I don’t sit for the exam?
No. WAEC has stated clearly that the registration fee is non-refundable.
