The release of the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) results is always an eagerly anticipated event for candidates. If you have recently taken the WASSCE examination, you’re probably eager to find out your results. In this comprehensive guide, we will walk you through the various methods to check your WASSCE results 2024, whether it’s through the WAEC website, SMS, or using the serial number on your smart identity card.
Checking Your WASSCE Results Online
One of the most convenient ways to check your WASSCE results is through the WAEC Result Checker website. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to do it:
- Visit the WAEC Result Checker website at
- Login using your credentials.
- Enter your 10-digit Examination Number, which consists of your 7-digit centre number followed by your 3-digit candidate number.
- Provide the 4 digits of your Examination Year (e.g., 2022).
- Select the Type of Examination you took.
- Enter the e-PIN Voucher Number.
- Input the Personal Identification Number (PIN) on your e-PIN.
- Click Submit and wait for the results window to appear.
Checking Your WASSCE Results via SMS
Another popular method to check your WASSCE results is through SMS. Here’s how you can do it:
- Using your mobile device, compose a new text message.
- Type WAECExamNoPINExamYear (e.g., WAEC42501010011234567890122023).
- Send the message to 32327.
- Wait for a response, which will deliver your result to your phone via SMS.
Note: Please ensure that you have purchased the WAECDirect Scratch card to use this method. The scratch card pin will be needed in the PIN section of the SMS.
Checking Your WASSCE Results via Serial Number
If you prefer to check your WASSCE results using the serial number on your smart identity card, follow these steps:
- Ensure that your mobile phone has an internet connection.
- Visit the official WAEC website (www.waecdirect.org).
- Enter your 10-digit Examination number.
- Input the Serial Number found on your smart identity card.
- Provide the Examination year.
- Click on “Check my WAEC Result.”
Understanding the WASSCE Results
With a massive total of 1,613,733 candidates sitting for the 2023 WASSCE examination, the results were released on Monday, August 7, 2023. According to the West African Examination Council (WAEC), approximately 79.81% of the total candidates obtained credits and above in a minimum of five subjects, including English Language and Mathematics.
However, it’s important to note that the results of 262,803 candidates are being withheld “due to reports of cases of examination malpractice.” WAEC takes examination integrity seriously and ensures that any cases of malpractice are thoroughly investigated.
Digital and Physical Certificates
For candidates who sat for the 2023 WASSCE examinations and have no pending issues or unresolved queries, the digital certificates are available on the digital certificate platform. However, the printing of the physical (hard copy) certificates will commence within the next 90 days, as per the examination body.
Additional Information
- Please note that only MTN, Glo, and Airtel subscribers can check their WASSCE results using the SMS method.
- SMS charges will be applied when checking your WASSCE results using text messages.
- It is important to keep your examination details, such as your Examination Number and smart identity card, secure for future reference.
Conclusion
Checking your WASSCE results is a crucial step in your academic journey. Whether you choose to check online, via SMS, or using the serial number on your smart identity card, the process is simple and accessible. Remember to follow the instructions provided by WAEC and ensure you have the necessary credentials or scratch cards to check your results. Congratulations to all the candidates who have successfully passed the 2023 WASSCE examination, and best of luck in your future endeavors!