How to register for WASSCE private?

Key takeaways

• To register for NOV/DEC, you must first complete a biometric registration at a WAEC-approved centre, then proceed with the online registration process.
• NOV/DEC is held twice a year, with the first series taking place from January to February and the second from October to December.
• The fees vary depending on the number of subjects, and corrections after registration incur additional costs.

The WASSCE for Private Candidates (NOV/DEC) is for students who are not enrolled in a regular senior high school and are either retaking the exam to improve their grades or sitting for the first time.

What is WASSCE private?

The West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for private candidates is conducted by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC). It’s intended for:

• School leavers who wish to improve their grades
• Individuals who did not complete SHS
• Anyone wishing to obtain a WASSCE certificate independently

Currently, it’s written twice a year: the first series from January to February and the second from October to December.

WASSCE private registration documents

To register, you’ll need:

• A recent passport-sized photograph (white background, 160 × 200 pixels).
• A valid Ghana Card.
• Your signature in blue or black ink (250 × 150 pixels).
• Your details (including phone number, email, and postal address).

How to register for the WASSCE private?

Follow these steps to register for the NOV/DEC:

Part 1: Biometric registration

Start by visiting a WAEC-approved internet café to complete biometric registration. You’ll receive login details after this step for online registration.

Part 2: Online registration

With your biometric registration complete

1. Visit the WAEC Ghana central registration portal.
2. Select WASSCE Private (First or Second Series).

3. Select New Registration.

4. Log in using the details provided from biometric registration.

5. Fill out your personal information.
6. Upload your passport photo and signature.
7. Choose your subjects (maximum of eight).
8. Click Preview to review your registration form. If all details are correct, click Submit. An invoice will be generated showing the amount due.
9. Print the invoice and pay at a WAEC-approved bank.

Important: You’ll need the invoice number to access your index number and admission notice later.

10. Return to the portal to select your preferred exam centre.

The WAEC-approved banks are Access Bank, Agricultural Development Bank, Bank of Africa, Consolidated Bank, Ecobank Ghana, Prudential Bank, United Bank of Africa, and Zenith Bank.

When does the WASSCE private registration start?

Registration usually opens between November and February each year. The first series often takes place between October and January, while registration for the second series takes place between May and July.

The registration fee varies yearly but depends on the number of subjects selected. The fee schedule for the second series is:

Candidates who choose subjects with oral/practical/project work sections will pay these additional fees:

FAQs

Can I change my subjects after I have registered?

Yes, you can change your subjects after you have registered for the WASSCE private, but only during the normal registration period. It costs Gh₵200 for corrections or substitutions.

Adding a new subject requires payment of the standard subject fee. If that subject includes practical, oral, or project work, additional fees apply. After the deadline, penalties increase.

What if I miss the registration deadline?

If you miss the registration deadline, you may still register during the late entry period; however, you will be required to pay 1.5 times the total registration fee.

What if I misplace my registration slip?

You can log back into the registration portal to reprint it.

Conclusion

Registering for WASSCE Private is easy if you prepare early and follow the proper steps.

Make sure to gather your documents, register early, and confirm your details to avoid extra fees. If registration is currently closed, use this time to prepare for the next exam window.

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