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WAEC GCE (2nd Series) 2025 Registration Instructions – Deadline Extended |
WAEC GCE 2nd Series 2025 registration deadline extended to October 5. Learn how to register, payment methods, fees, and important guidelines.
Good news for candidates preparing for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for private candidates, also known as WAEC GCE 2nd Series 2025. The registration deadline has officially been extended to October 5, 2025, giving intending candidates more time to complete their applications.
If you are planning to sit for the WAEC GCE November/December 2025 exams, this guide will walk you through the registration process, fees, deadlines, and essential instructions to avoid mistakes.
For official updates, always refer to the WAEC Nigeria official website.
WAEC GCE 2025 Registration Period
- Registration Start Date: Monday, June 9, 2025
- Closing Date for PIN Generation: Friday, October 3, 2025
- Final Registration Deadline: Sunday, October 5, 2025 (11:59 PM)
Intending candidates are strongly advised not to wait until the last minute to complete their registration and biometric capturing.
You can register online via the WAEC Online Portal.
WAEC GCE 2025 Registration Fee
The cost of registration for the WAEC GCE 2nd Series 2025 is:
- ₦27,000 (Twenty-Seven Thousand Naira only)
In addition:
- A bank/agent commission fee of ₦500 will be charged.
- For Walk-in-Candidates (those registering after the official deadline), the fee is ₦45,000, payable at least 24 hours before the exam.
Where to Buy WAEC Registration PIN
Candidates must purchase their registration PIN before proceeding online. You can buy your PIN and Information VCD at any branch of the following accredited banks:
- Access Bank Plc
- Ecobank Plc
- Fidelity Bank Plc
- First Bank of Nigeria Plc
- Guaranty Trust Bank (GTB)
- UBA Plc
- Zenith Bank Plc
- Stanbic IBTC Bank Plc
- Sterling Bank Plc
- Union Bank Plc
- Polaris Bank Ltd
- Unity Bank Plc
- Wema Bank Plc
- Jaiz Bank Plc
- Heritage Bank Plc
You can also use cashless payment channels such as Interswitch, Paga, PalmPay, Paycom, eTranzact, and others for secure online payments.
Step-by-Step WAEC GCE 2025 Registration Process
Follow these steps to successfully register for the WAEC GCE:
- Purchase a Registration PIN from any of the accredited banks or agents.
- Visit the official WAEC Online Registration Portal.
- Input your Registration PIN and begin filling in your personal details.
- Capture your biometric data (fingerprints and photograph) using the recommended fingerprint scanner – UareU DigitalPersona.
- Carefully select your subjects and confirm your details (name, gender, date of birth, passport photo, etc.).
- Print your Admission Notice, which includes your Exam Number, Centre, and Result Checker PIN.
Important: Ensure that your passport photo is of good quality (JPEG format, 275 x 314 pixels, 72 dpi resolution) with a plain contrasting background. Poor-quality images may lead to disqualification.
Candidates with Special Needs
WAEC has made provisions for candidates with special needs. Such candidates should register online like others but must clearly state their impairment, such as:
- Visual impairment
- Low vision
- Hearing difficulties
- Speech challenges
- Spastic conditions
Examination Format for WAEC GCE 2025
This year’s examination will adopt a computer-based testing (CBT) format for the objective papers, while essay and practical tests will be hybrid examinations.
- Objective Papers: Fully CBT
- Essay & Practical Papers: Questions displayed on screen; answers written on paper
WAEC also plans to conduct an online mock exam for registered candidates to help them get familiar with the CBT environment. Dates and modalities will be communicated via email, SMS, and official social media channels.
For practice, candidates can explore the official WAEC CBT Software to prepare effectively.
Walk-in Candidates
If you missed the registration deadline, you can still apply as a Walk-in Candidate by paying ₦45,000. However, registration must be completed 24 hours before the exam you wish to write.
General Rules & Important Information
- Candidates must write the exam in mufti (plain clothes) – no uniforms allowed.
- Smoking, mobile phones, or electronic gadgets are strictly prohibited in the exam hall.
- Entries submitted with wrong details or poor-quality photos will be invalid.
- Candidates who sit for the exam in more than one centre will have their entire result canceled.
- The registration fee is non-refundable.
For more details, visit the official WAEC Nigeria website.
The extension of the WAEC GCE 2nd Series 2025 registration deadline to October 5, 2025 gives candidates a golden opportunity to complete their registration and prepare adequately.
If you plan to sit for the exam, act fast, purchase your PIN, and register online at the WAEC Online Registration Portal before the deadline.
Don’t wait until the last minute — secure your spot today and start preparing with the official WAEC CBT tools.
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