The Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) and the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) are the two major national exams in Ghana for students completing Junior High School (JHS) and Senior High School (SHS) respectively.
Whether you are registering through a school or as a private candidate, following the right process is key.
1. BECE Registration (For JHS Final-Year Students)
Who Registers You?
•School candidates: Registration is handled by your school through the West African Examinations Council (WAEC).
Steps
1.School Data Collection
•Your school will gather your personal details:
•Full name (as on birth certificate)
•Date of birth
•Gender
•Subjects to be written
•A recent passport photograph
2.Data Verification
•Your details will be printed and given to you to confirm spelling and accuracy.
3.School Submits to WAEC
•The school uploads your data to the WAEC portal before the registration deadline.
4.Proof of Registration
•You will be given a registration slip — keep it safe!
2. WASSCE Registration (For SHS Final-Year Students)
School Candidates
•Registration is done by your SHS directly through WAEC.
•The process is similar to BECE:
1.Provide personal details & subjects.
2.Take a passport photograph.
3.Verify details before final submission.
Private Candidates (WASSCE for Private Candidates / NOV-DEC)
•If you’re not in school, you can still register as a private candidate.
Steps for Private Candidate WASSCE Registration
1.Visit the WAEC Ghana Website
•Go to registration.waecdirect.org.
2.Purchase a Registration Voucher
•Available at WAEC offices, banks, or accredited vendors.
3.Fill the Online Form
•Enter your details, subjects, and upload a passport photo.
4.Select Exam Centre
•Choose a convenient location from the list of available centres.
5.Confirm and Submit
•Double-check all details before submitting.
6.Print Your Registration Slip
•Keep it safe; you’ll need it to sit for the exam.
Tips for Successful Registration
•Use the exact name on your birth certificate — WAEC does not allow name changes after registration.
•Register before the deadline to avoid extra fees.
•Keep your registration slip safe; it’s proof of your entry.
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