How to Check WAEC Result for 2023 & Past Years [Detailed Guide]

WAEC, a symbol of academic prowess in West Africa, has recently disclosed the much-awaited West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) results for 2023. This guide is designed to assist candidates in swiftly accessing their results through clear, step-by-step instructions for both online and SMS methods.

📊 Results Release	2023 WASSCE results now available
🎯 Pass Rate	79.81% secured 5 credits, including English and Mathematics
🎓 About WAEC	Leading exam board since 1952 in English-speaking West Africa
🖥️ Online Check	Access via WAEC portal with Smart Identity Card details
💳 PIN Purchase	WAEC Request Management System portal for replacements
📱 SMS Check	Send formatted SMS to 32327
🆘 Issues?	Email [email protected] for assistance
🎉 Final Word	Celebrate your achievements and hard work!

Things to Note

Candidates who sat for the WASSCE in 2023 or prior years, including 2022 and 2021, will find that the process for checking their results remains unchanged. The key requirements for this process are the result checker pin and the serial number located on the smart identity card utilized during the examinations.

How to Check WAEC Results Online

Visit the WAEC Portal: Head over to WAEC Direct for direct access.

Enter your Examination Number: This typically merges your 7-digit centre number with a 3-digit candidate number, e.g., 4123456789. Those who took exams before 1999 should use their 8-digit WAEC Examination Number, resembling the format 19865001..

Select the Examination Year: In this instance, 2023.

Select the Examination Type: Opt for SCHOOL CANDIDATE RESULT.

Enter your e-PIN details: Enter the Personal Identification Number (PIN).

Enter your e-PIN details: Enter the Voucher Number.

Click “Submit”: That’s all! Your result is right in front of you.

Purchasing the WAEC Result Checker PIN

If your original result checker PIN is misplaced or has surpassed its usage limit, fear not. Here’s the procedure to procure a new one:

1. Access the Portal: Venture to the WAEC Request Management System portal.
2. Complete the Necessary Details: Include your Name, Phone Number, and Email Address.
3. Conclude with Payment: Progress to the online payment segment. The cost is N3,654.82, granting you access to your essential PIN.

Checking WAEC Results Via SMS

For those who appreciate the simplicity of SMS:

1. Craft an SMS: Formulate it as WAEC*ExamNo*PIN*ExamYear and dispatch it to 32327 (This service is exclusive to MTN, Airtel & Glo subscribers).
2. Adhere to the Format: An example being – WAEC4250101001123456789012*2023. Note, the SMS incurs a N30 charge.
3. Await Your Results: They’ll be swiftly transmitted to your mobile device.

Encountering Difficulties?

Should any challenges arise whilst checking your 2023 WAEC result, either online or through SMS, immediate assistance is available. Forward an email to [email protected] providing:

• Displayed error message.
• Your examination number.
• Exam type.
• Year of examination.

Additional Information

Patrick Areghan, WAEC’s Head of National Office, during a briefing, highlighted, “Out of a total of 1,613,733 candidates, results for 262,803 are being withheld due to allegations of examination malpractice.” For a meticulous breakdown, consider perusing the WAEC Result Statistics.

Candidates who completed the 2023 WAEC examinations and have no outstanding matters, such as unresolved inquiries or instances of examination malpractice, are now able to obtain their digital certificates through the official digital certificate platform. Additionally, the examination authority has revealed that the printing of physical (hard copy) certificates will commence within the next 90 days.