WAEC Opens Registration for 2026 Wassce Re-sit
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has officially opened registration for the 2026 WASSCE Re-sit Examination, offering candidates who failed one or more subjects in the 2025 exams a vital opportunity to improve their grades.
Damian Owusu 
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has officially opened registration for the 2026 WASSCE Re-sit Examination, offering candidates who failed one or more subjects in the 2025 exams a vital opportunity to improve their grades.
The announcement comes after the release of the 2025 WASSCE results, which revealed widespread failure in core subjects such as Mathematics, Integrated Science, English Language, and Social Studies. With over half of candidates struggling in Mathematics alone, WAEC’s re-sit initiative provides a crucial second chance for students aiming to secure admission into tertiary institutions.
Registration Details
Period: Registration is open for the January/February 2026 session under the WASSCE for Private Candidates framework.
Process: Candidates can register online via the official WAEC portal or through accredited centers nationwide.
Payment: Fees are payable through banks and mobile money platforms, with receipts required for confirmation.
Eligibility: Students who failed one or more subjects in the 2025 WASSCE are encouraged to register, especially for the four core subjects required for university admission.
Why It Matters
Tertiary Admission: Passing the core subjects is mandatory for entry into universities and colleges.
Second Chance: The re-sit offers candidates a lifeline to correct poor performance and pursue higher education.
Policy Response: WAEC’s move addresses public concern over mass failures and ensures affected students are not left behind.
Education analysts note that the re-sit registration is not only about individual success but also about strengthening Ghana’s human capital. By giving students another chance, WAEC is helping to secure the future workforce needed for national development.
The opening of the 2026 WASSCE Re-sit registration is a timely intervention for thousands of students who struggled in the 2025 exams. With registration now underway, candidates are urged to take advantage of this opportunity to secure their academic and professional futures.
