14 Top WAEC rules WASSCE & BECE candidates can FORGET

14 Top WAEC rules WASSCE and BECE candidates can’t FORGET

There are 14 WAEC rules that all WASSCE and BECE candidates must not FORGET when prepraring and writing the examination. As simple as they me look, they are at the heart of success and excellence. You cannot sit a WAEC administered exam without keeping in mind the 14 unforgettable WAEC rules for WASSCE and BECE.

What Are The 14 Top WAEC Rules WASSCE and BECE Candidates Must not FORGET?

These rules are at the heart of the examination and they never change.

Breaking any of these rules can spell doom for a candidate if care is not taking

1. You are required to present yourself at the examination hall at least 30 minutes before the commencement of each paper.

2. Write your full name, centre number, and candidate number clearly on the answer booklet and objective answer sheet as required.

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3. You must sit for the examination at the centre assigned to you and only at the time indicated on your timetable.

4. Bring your own writing materials, including pen, HB pencil, eraser, and ruler.

5. You are not allowed to bring into the examination hall any form of written or printed materials (unauthorized books, notes, or papers), mobile phones, smartwatches, or any electronic devices.

6. Listen carefully to the invigilator’s instructions and carefully read all instructions on the question paper before you begin.

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7. Do not start answering the questions until you are instructed to do so.

8. Write your answers legibly in blue or black ink. Do not use red ink. Pencils must be used for diagrams and shading objective answer sheets.

9. Candidates must not communicate with one another during the examination. Any form of cheating will be punished severely, including cancellation of results.

10. If you need assistance, raise your hand and an invigilator will attend to you.

11. Ensure you submit your answer booklet and objective sheet before leaving the examination hall.

12. Any act of misconduct (such as cheating, fighting, destruction of examination materials, impersonation, etc.) will attract severe penalties including being handed over to the police.

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13. Candidates must check that the number of pages of the question paper is complete and that there are no missing questions before starting.

14. No candidate will be permitted to leave the examination room earlier than 30 minutes after the commencement of the paper.

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Now that you know these rules and or you have been reminded of them, ensure that you follow them in your preperation and in the main examination as well.