2025 WAEC GCE Second Series Registration Begins — Everything You Need to Know Before October 19 Deadline
Registration Opens for 2025 WAEC GCE Second Series: Don’t Miss Your Chance to Excel
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has officially opened registration for the 2025 GCE Second Series, giving candidates another golden opportunity to improve their results or get an early start before their main exams.
Registration began on Monday, June 9, 2025, and the clock is already ticking toward the deadline. Whether you’re rewriting to boost your grades or taking the exam for the first time, now’s the time to make your move.
What’s on Offer: Full List of WAEC GCE Subjects
The 2025 GCE Second Series comes packed with a wide range of subjects across arts, sciences, and technical fields. WAEC urges candidates to choose wisely — not just based on trends or friends’ choices, but on their own academic strengths.
Here’s the complete list of available subjects:
Arts and Social Sciences:
- Commerce
- Financial Accounting
- Christian Religious Studies
- Economics
- Geography
- Government
- History
- Islamic Studies
- Literature in English
- Civic Education
- Arabic
Languages:
- English Language
- French
- Hausa
- Igbo
- Yoruba
Sciences:
- Further Mathematics
- General Mathematics
- Agricultural Science
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Health Science
- Physical Education
- Physics
Technical and Vocational:
- Auto Mechanics
- Building Construction
- Metal Work
- Technical Drawing
- Woodwork
- Basic Electricity
- Basic Electronics
- Clothing and Textiles
- Foods and Nutrition
- Home Management
- Music
- Visual Art
Choose subjects aligned with your academic or career goals — this decision can shape your future.
WAEC GCE Registration Fees and Payment Options
To register, candidates are required to pay a total of ₦27,500, broken down as follows:
- ₦27,000 for registration
- ₦500 for bank or service charge
Payments can be made through major banks such as Access Bank, GTBank, First Bank, Zenith, UBA, FCMB, WEMA, Sterling, Unity, Polaris, Jaiz, Heritage, Fidelity, Standard Chartered, Union, Ecobank, and Stanbic IBTC.
Prefer digital payments? WAEC has got you covered. You can also pay through apps and platforms including Kuda, PalmPay, Paga, Interswitch, Paycom, Etranzact, CoralPay, IQ Pay, System Specs, and Xpress Payment.
After payment, candidates will receive a registration PIN — which is essential for logging in to complete the registration process.
Step-by-Step Guide to Register for WAEC GCE 2025
Follow these five key steps carefully:
- Pay and Get Your PIN – Obtain your registration PIN from any approved bank or online platform.
- Visit WAEC registration site – Log in using your PIN on the official WAEC GCE registration website.
- Enter Your NIN – Your National Identification Number (NIN) is mandatory.
- Declare Special Needs (if any) – Candidates with disabilities should indicate their specific needs.
- Complete and Verify Details – Fill out your form within two weeks, double-check all details (name, subjects, photo, gender, date of birth), and print your Admission Notice — it contains your Result Checker PIN.
Key Deadlines to Remember
- PIN Purchase Ends: Friday, October 17, 2025
- Registration Closes: Sunday, October 19, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.
There will be no extensions or grace periods, so candidates are strongly advised to complete their registration well before the deadline.
Helpful Resources for Candidates
- WAEC GCE Timetable
- WAEC GCE Registration Form Template
- WAEC GCE Syllabus and Sample Questions
- Walk-In Candidates Registration Process
- Price of WAEC GCE Scratch Cards & Selling Points
These resources are available on WAEC’s official platforms and can significantly boost your preparation.
Important Rules to Follow — Don’t Risk Disqualification
WAEC maintains strict examination policies. Violating any of the following rules can lead to cancellation of results or even a ban from future exams:
- No notes, phones, or cheat sheets in the hall.
- No copying, whispering, or passing notes.
- No destruction or tearing of exam papers.
- No impersonation or paying others to write for you.
- No posting live questions or answers online.
- No registration at more than one centre.
- No fighting or threatening exam staff.
- Always use the correct writing materials (pen, not pencil).
Play fair, stay calm, and focus on your success.
Final Thoughts
The 2025 WAEC GCE Second Series isn’t just another exam — it’s a second chance to set your academic record straight. Many students fail, not because they aren’t smart, but because they overlook simple details or ignore instructions.
Take your time, stay organized, and prepare smartly. Remember, success isn’t luck — it’s planning plus discipline.
And when exam stress kicks in? Just breathe. You’ve got this.
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