The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has made it easier for candidates to access their 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) results through its official result-checking portal and other approved channels.
Candidates in Nigeria, Ghana, Sierra Leone and other West African countries can check their results online, via SMS or through the WAEC Result Checker App using their examination details.
How to Check Your WAEC Result Online
To check your result online, follow these steps:
- Visit the official WAEC result checker portal at https://www.waecdirect.org.
- Enter your 10-digit WAEC Examination Number (7-digit centre number followed by your 3-digit candidate number).
- Select the examination year.
- Choose the appropriate examination type (School Candidate or Private Candidate).
- Enter your PIN and Serial Number.
- Click Submit to view your result.
Checking Your Result Without a Scratch Card
Candidates no longer need a scratch card to access their WASSCE results if they have their Smart Identity Card issued by their school.
To check your result:
- Visit the WAEC result portal.
- Enter your examination number.
- Select your examination year.
- Choose School Candidate Result.
- Enter the PIN and Serial Number printed on your Smart Identity Card.
- Click Submit to display your result.
How to Check WAEC Result via SMS
Candidates without internet access can check their results through SMS.
Send the following message:
WAECExamNoPIN*ExamYear
to 32327.
Your result will be sent to your mobile phone via SMS. The service attracts a charge of ₦30.
WAEC Result Checker App
The WAEC Result Checker App is available for both Android and iOS devices. Candidates can download the application from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store and follow the on-screen instructions to check their results.
WAEC Result Checker PIN
Candidates who require a WAEC Result Checker e-PIN can purchase one through the WAEC Request Management System portal.
The guide states that the WAEC Result Checker PIN costs approximately ₦5,654.82.
What You Need to Check Your Result
Before checking your result, ensure you have the following:
- Your 10-digit WAEC Examination Number.
- Examination Year.
- Examination Type.
- WAEC Result Checker PIN.
- WAEC Serial Number.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I check my WAEC result without a scratch card?
You can use the PIN and Serial Number on your Smart Identity Card to access your result through the official WAEC portal.
Can I check my WAEC result using my phone?
Yes. Candidates can check their results via SMS by sending their examination details to 32327 or by using the WAEC Result Checker App.
What should I do if I cannot access my result?
Candidates experiencing difficulties are advised to contact WAEC through the Council’s official support channels and provide their examination details for assistance.
Can I check my WAEC result for free?
Some platforms claim to offer free result-checking services. Candidates are advised to use only official and reputable WAEC platforms to avoid fraud.
The WAEC Result Checker portal remains the official platform for accessing examination results and other examination-related services. Candidates are encouraged to use only approved channels to protect their personal information and ensure the authenticity of their results….See More