WAEC May/June 2026 Results Are Out: See Performance Statistics
August 7, 2026 | education | 👁 99
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has released the results of the 2026 Computer-Based West African Senior School Certificate Examination (CB-WASSCE) for school candidates, with more than 1.2 million candidates meeting the benchmark of five credits, including English Language and Mathematics.
The results were announced on August 5, 2026, following the completion of the May/June examination conducted across Nigeria and other countries using the Nigerian senior secondary school curriculum.
61.54% Achieved Five Credits Including English and Mathematics
According to figures released by WAEC, 1,200,514 candidates, representing 61.54% of those who sat for the examination, obtained credits in at least five subjects, including English Language and Mathematics.
The figure represents a slight decline compared with the corrected 2025 performance figure of 62.96%.
WAEC also reported that 1,687,378 candidates, representing 86.50%, obtained credits in at least five subjects when English Language and Mathematics are not necessarily included.
Nearly Two Million Candidates Sat for the Examination
A total of 1,959,668 candidates from 24,207 schools registered for the 2026 examination.
Of the registered candidates, 1,950,726 eventually sat for the examination.
The examination was conducted from April 24 to June 19, 2026, and marked a major step in WAEC's transition toward computer-based examinations.
Female Candidates Recorded Higher Success Rate
Female candidates made up a slightly larger proportion of those who participated in the examination.
WAEC reported that:
- 953,459 males sat for the examination, representing 48.88%.
- 997,267 females sat for the examination, representing 51.12%.
Among candidates who obtained five credits including English Language and Mathematics, 558,883 were male, representing 28.65%, while 641,631 were female, representing 32.89%.
The figures show that female candidates accounted for a larger share of those who achieved the five-credit benchmark.
94.05% of Results Fully Processed
WAEC said the results of 1,834,695 candidates, representing 94.05%, had been fully processed and released.
However, the results of 116,031 candidates, representing 5.95%, were still undergoing processing because of issues requiring further resolution.
The examination council said efforts were underway to complete the processing and release the outstanding results.
WAEC Withholds 167,486 Results Over Examination Malpractice
The examination body also disclosed that the results of 167,486 candidates, representing 8.59% of those who sat for the examination, were withheld over reported cases of examination malpractice.
WAEC cited issues including the use of mobile phones in examination halls and organised cheating.
The council said cases involving candidates, supervisors and invigilators suspected of examination malpractice would be investigated and appropriate action taken.
1,213 Candidates With Special Needs Participated
WAEC also disclosed that 1,213 candidates with special needs registered for the 2026 examination.
The candidates included students with visual and hearing impairments as well as other physical and learning challenges. WAEC said appropriate provisions were made to enable them participate in the examination.
How to Check the 2026 WAEC Result
Candidates whose results have been released can check their performance through the official WAEC result-checking platform.
Candidates should have their examination details and the required result-checking PIN/token available before beginning the process.
Results of candidates whose schools have outstanding financial obligations to WAEC may also be affected until the relevant payments are resolved.
What the 2026 Results Mean
The 2026 results provide an important picture of academic performance among Nigerian secondary school candidates.
While the 61.54% benchmark means that more than 1.2 million candidates obtained five credits including English and Mathematics, the fact that almost four out of every ten candidates did not meet that benchmark highlights the need for continued improvement in teaching, examination preparation, student support and learning resources.
The results also come at an important point in WAEC's digital transformation, as the 2026 examination represents a major move toward computer-based assessment.
Schools, parents and students can use the performance data to identify areas that require greater attention as preparations begin for the next academic session.
Key 2026 WAEC Statistics at a Glance
Category| 2026 Figure
Candidates registered| 1,959,668
Candidates who sat for the exam| 1,950,726
Five credits including English & Mathematics| 1,200,514
Percentage with five credits including English & Mathematics| 61.54%
Five credits with or without English & Mathematics| 1,687,378
Percentage with five credits with/without English & Mathematics| 86.50%
Results fully processed| 1,834,695 (94.05%)
Results still processing| 116,031 (5.95%)
Results withheld for malpractice| 167,486 (8.59%)
Male candidates| 953,459 (48.88%)
Female candidates| 997,267 (51.12%)
Candidates with special needs| 1,213
Source: West African Examinations Council (WAEC), as reported following the release of the 2026 WASSCE results.
Final Note for Candidates
Candidates who have received their results should carefully review their grades and begin planning their next academic steps. Those preparing for university, polytechnic, college of education or other tertiary programmes should also confirm the admission requirements for their chosen courses and institutions.
Congratulations to all candidates who achieved their desired results, and to those who did not, the result is not the end of your academic journey. There are still opportunities to improve and pursue your educational goals.
The results were announced on August 5, 2026, following the completion of the May/June examination conducted across Nigeria and other countries using the Nigerian senior secondary school curriculum.
61.54% Achieved Five Credits Including English and Mathematics
According to figures released by WAEC, 1,200,514 candidates, representing 61.54% of those who sat for the examination, obtained credits in at least five subjects, including English Language and Mathematics.
The figure represents a slight decline compared with the corrected 2025 performance figure of 62.96%.
WAEC also reported that 1,687,378 candidates, representing 86.50%, obtained credits in at least five subjects when English Language and Mathematics are not necessarily included.
Nearly Two Million Candidates Sat for the Examination
A total of 1,959,668 candidates from 24,207 schools registered for the 2026 examination.
Of the registered candidates, 1,950,726 eventually sat for the examination.
The examination was conducted from April 24 to June 19, 2026, and marked a major step in WAEC's transition toward computer-based examinations.
Female Candidates Recorded Higher Success Rate
Female candidates made up a slightly larger proportion of those who participated in the examination.
WAEC reported that:
- 953,459 males sat for the examination, representing 48.88%.
- 997,267 females sat for the examination, representing 51.12%.
Among candidates who obtained five credits including English Language and Mathematics, 558,883 were male, representing 28.65%, while 641,631 were female, representing 32.89%.
The figures show that female candidates accounted for a larger share of those who achieved the five-credit benchmark.
94.05% of Results Fully Processed
WAEC said the results of 1,834,695 candidates, representing 94.05%, had been fully processed and released.
However, the results of 116,031 candidates, representing 5.95%, were still undergoing processing because of issues requiring further resolution.
The examination council said efforts were underway to complete the processing and release the outstanding results.
WAEC Withholds 167,486 Results Over Examination Malpractice
The examination body also disclosed that the results of 167,486 candidates, representing 8.59% of those who sat for the examination, were withheld over reported cases of examination malpractice.
WAEC cited issues including the use of mobile phones in examination halls and organised cheating.
The council said cases involving candidates, supervisors and invigilators suspected of examination malpractice would be investigated and appropriate action taken.
1,213 Candidates With Special Needs Participated
WAEC also disclosed that 1,213 candidates with special needs registered for the 2026 examination.
The candidates included students with visual and hearing impairments as well as other physical and learning challenges. WAEC said appropriate provisions were made to enable them participate in the examination.
How to Check the 2026 WAEC Result
Candidates whose results have been released can check their performance through the official WAEC result-checking platform.
Candidates should have their examination details and the required result-checking PIN/token available before beginning the process.
Results of candidates whose schools have outstanding financial obligations to WAEC may also be affected until the relevant payments are resolved.
What the 2026 Results Mean
The 2026 results provide an important picture of academic performance among Nigerian secondary school candidates.
While the 61.54% benchmark means that more than 1.2 million candidates obtained five credits including English and Mathematics, the fact that almost four out of every ten candidates did not meet that benchmark highlights the need for continued improvement in teaching, examination preparation, student support and learning resources.
The results also come at an important point in WAEC's digital transformation, as the 2026 examination represents a major move toward computer-based assessment.
Schools, parents and students can use the performance data to identify areas that require greater attention as preparations begin for the next academic session.
Key 2026 WAEC Statistics at a Glance
Category| 2026 Figure
Candidates registered| 1,959,668
Candidates who sat for the exam| 1,950,726
Five credits including English & Mathematics| 1,200,514
Percentage with five credits including English & Mathematics| 61.54%
Five credits with or without English & Mathematics| 1,687,378
Percentage with five credits with/without English & Mathematics| 86.50%
Results fully processed| 1,834,695 (94.05%)
Results still processing| 116,031 (5.95%)
Results withheld for malpractice| 167,486 (8.59%)
Male candidates| 953,459 (48.88%)
Female candidates| 997,267 (51.12%)
Candidates with special needs| 1,213
Source: West African Examinations Council (WAEC), as reported following the release of the 2026 WASSCE results.
Final Note for Candidates
Candidates who have received their results should carefully review their grades and begin planning their next academic steps. Those preparing for university, polytechnic, college of education or other tertiary programmes should also confirm the admission requirements for their chosen courses and institutions.
Congratulations to all candidates who achieved their desired results, and to those who did not, the result is not the end of your academic journey. There are still opportunities to improve and pursue your educational goals.
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