2025 WAEC Results
The 2025 WAEC results for the May/June examination is officially out. This guide walks you through how to check your WAEC result online and via SMS, how to buy a new result checker PIN if you’ve lost yours, and how to apply for your WAEC digital certificate without hassle.
If you’ve been waiting anxiously, the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has now confirmed that the 2025 May/June WASSCE results are available for all school candidates. Out of the 1,969,313 candidates who sat for the exam, 1,239,884 students earned credits in at least five subjects, including English Language and Mathematics—a performance that keeps improving each year.
Whether you’re celebrating or feeling anxious, here’s everything you need to know to access your results quickly and correctly.
What You Need Before Checking Your WAEC Result
Before heading to the portal or sending an SMS, make sure you have the following:
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WAEC Examination Number – This is your centre number plus your seat number, making a total of 10 digits.
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PIN and Serial Number – These are printed on the Smart ID card you used during your examination.
If you can’t find your PIN, don’t worry—it can be replaced within minutes.
How to Buy a New WAEC Result Checker PIN
If you’ve lost your original PIN, follow these steps to get a new one:
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Visit the WAEC Request Portal.
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Wait for the transaction reference number to appear.
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Under “Request Type,” select Request for Service.
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Choose Sale of WAEC Direct Result Checker.
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Fill in your full name, phone number, and email address.
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Make a payment of ₦4,250 through the available channels.
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Once payment is confirmed, your new PIN will be sent to you instantly.
Tip: Save your new PIN in more than one place—write it down and store it in your email or cloud storage.
How to Check Your 2025 WAEC Result Online
If you have your exam details ready, checking your WAEC result online takes just a few minutes:
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Go to the WAEC Result Checking Portal.
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Enter your examination number.
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Select 2025 as the examination year.
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Choose School Candidate Result as the exam type.
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Enter your PIN and Serial Number.
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Click Submit and wait for your result to load.
Important: Avoid clicking the submit button repeatedly—it can cause the system to lock you out temporarily.
How to Check Your WAEC Result via SMS
If the internet is slow or unavailable, you can still check your WAEC result using SMS:
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Open your phone’s messaging app.
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Type your details in this format:
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Send it to 32327 using MTN, Airtel, or Glo.
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The cost is ₦30 per SMS. 123456789012
Example:
If your exam number is 4250101001 and your PIN is 123456789012, send:
WAEC4250101001123456789012*2025
You should receive your result in your inbox within minutes.
If You Have Trouble Checking Your Result
Sometimes, you might encounter errors while checking your result. Common issues include invalid PIN messages, incorrect exam numbers, or portal timeouts.
To resolve this, send an email to [email protected] with the following details:
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The exact error message you received.
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Your examination number.
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The exam year (2025).
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Exam type (School Candidate).
Write clearly and keep your message short so that the support team can help you faster.
What to Do After Seeing Your WAEC Result
Once you’ve successfully checked your result, the next step is to secure your certificate.
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If you passed without issues, you can apply for your digital certificate through the WAEC Digital Certificate Platform. This allows you to download and share your WAEC certificate online.
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The printed version of your certificate will be available for collection from your school about 90 days after the result release date.
For Candidates with Withheld Results
If your WAEC result was withheld, this may be due to suspected examination malpractice or other irregularities.
You can file a complaint through the WAEC Complaints Page. Include your exam number, year, and type, along with a brief explanation. The examination body will investigate and communicate their decision.
Common Mistakes to Avoid When Checking Your WAEC Result
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Using the wrong exam year – Always double-check that you selected the correct year (2025).
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Typing your exam number incorrectly – A single wrong digit can show another candidate’s result or an error message.
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Losing your PIN – This will require buying another one, which can delay the process.
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Multiple submissions – Avoid repeatedly clicking “Submit” to prevent temporary access blocks.
Final Thoughts
The release of the WAEC 2025 results is a major milestone for over 1.9 million candidates in Nigeria and other West African countries. Whether you’re moving on to tertiary education or preparing for other opportunities, checking your result correctly is the first step.
Follow the guidelines in this article to check your result online or via SMS without stress. Keep your details safe, and remember to secure your WAEC certificate for future use.
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