The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has released the results of the 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for school candidates.
The examination body announced the release on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, with reports indicating that 1,200,514 candidates obtained credits in at least five subjects, including English Language and Mathematics.
2026 WASSCE results released
WAEC announced the release of the results through its official channels, bringing an end to the wait for millions of candidates who sat for the examination.
The 2026 examination was conducted under WAEC’s Computer-Based Examination format for school candidates.
1.2 million candidates meet key benchmark
According to reports on the released results, 1,200,514 candidates obtained credits in at least five subjects, including English Language and Mathematics.
The performance is significant because credits in English Language and Mathematics remain among the core requirements for admission into many tertiary institutions.
Results withheld over malpractice
WAEC has also withheld the results of 167,486 candidates over alleged examination malpractice.
The council is expected to investigate cases involving candidates whose results have been withheld before taking further decisions.
What candidates should do
Candidates who sat for the examination can access their results through WAEC’s official result-checking channels.
Those seeking admission into universities, polytechnics and other tertiary institutions are expected to use their results as part of the admission process, subject to the requirements of their chosen institutions.