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How to apply for BECE/WASSCE remarking

WISDOM K.E HAMMOND 3 years ago

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We have shared “How to apply for BECE/WASSCE remarking” steps in this post to help you.

Students and parents in Ghana may apply for remarking of BECE results if they believe that there were errors or mistakes made in the initial grading of their exams. They may also do so if they believe that the grades they received do not accurately reflect their knowledge or performance on the exam. This could be for a number of reasons such as a missing grade or a grade that is too low. The remarking process allows for a re-evaluation of the student’s answers and a possible adjustment of their final grade.

Candidates and other stakeholders of WAEC administered examinations can call for or apply for the remarking of their scripts.

The call for remarking is made by candidates who feel dissatisfied with the result released.

If a candidate has reason to believe the results should have been better than what has been released for him or her, remarking request can be made to WAEC. Candidates need to be very sure of themselves before opting for the remarking since they will have to pay for each course or subject to be remarked.

Currently, 2021 BECE candidates whose results have been released as of 28th February 2022 are ranting on social media and calling on WAEC to remark their scripts.

Some candidates are strangely insinuating that their scripts were not even marked and that a remarking of the script is needed to vindicate them.

The fact is that WAEC has well laid down procedures to be followed by candidates who are dissatisfied with their own performance and want to Cross check the marking and marks awarded.

Requests for re-marking of any WAEC administered exam must be made within two months (60 days) after the release of the results of the examination.

For BECE 2021 results released on February 2022, students who want their scripts remarked must apply for the remarking before 30th April 2022.

How to apply for BECE/WASSCE remarking after writing a West African Examination Council (WAEC) exam.

What dissatisfied students seeking remarking can do?

A candidate who is not satisfied with his/her BECE, WASSCE, and other WAEC Examination results can appeal to the Council for re-marking.

“This can be done by the candidate him/herself if he/she writes any of the private candidates’ examinations or by the candidate’s school if he/she sits the examination as a school candidate.”

Usually, the candidate or his/her school will be required to provide evidence for the need for the re-marking.

The candidate must also pay the requisite fee before the exercise is carried out.

Requests for re-marking must be made within two months (60 days) of the release of the results of the examination.

After the remarking, WEAC will update the student with the outcome.

WAEC as an institution does not pass any candidate nor fail any.

The candidates pass or fail on their own based on the answers they provide for each question attempted.

The Council only certifies the candidates’ performance accordingly.

The purpose of examinations is to grade candidates according to their performance in it. Those who pass are graded as such and so also are those who fail.

Here is the process to follow to get your BECE result remarked

1. School Candidates interested in Exam Script Remarking are to lodge their complaints at their various school heads where they sat for the exam while Private Candidates are to lodge complaints to the nearest WAEC Offices in the city the exam was conducted.

2. A non-refundable fee of 146.33 Ghanaian Cedi [Reviewed Periodically] is to be deposited (paid) before complaints are lodged to the WAEC Office for School Candidates while for Private Candidates same deposit will be made before complaints are accepted.

3. Both Candidates seeking Exam Script Remarking are to note that all complaints must be received 60 days after the release of the results, anything otherwise will not be attended to.

If the Exam Scripts are Remarked and it is proven that the fault was from the Exam Body the non-refundable fee deposited will be refunded and apologizes tendered to the affected candidate.

The Examination Body also reserves the right to approve or reject the Examination Script Remarking Complaint being tendered.

Another way to look at the application for remarking:

Obtain the necessary forms: The student or parent should contact the examination board to obtain the necessary forms for applying for remarking. The forms can also be obtained from the West Africa Examination Council (WAEC) office.
Complete the forms: The forms should be filled out completely and accurately, including the student’s personal information and the specific papers or subjects that are being disputed. It is important to provide the correct examination number and index number when filling out the forms.
Submit the forms: The completed forms should be submitted to the school or examination board along with the required fee for remarking. The fees can be paid at any designated bank or the WAEC office.
Wait for the results: The school or examination board will re-evaluate the student’s answers and may adjust the grade if necessary. The student or parent will be notified of the new results.
Appeal if necessary: If the student or parent is not satisfied with the new results, they can appeal to the school or examination board for further review.

It is important to note that the process of remarking may take a few weeks, so it is important to submit the forms as soon as possible. It’s also important to check with the relevant authorities for the exact procedures and for the deadlines for applying for remarking.

What is the expiration period of apply for remarking of BECE results in Ghana from WAEC?

The expiration period for applying for remarking of BECE results in Ghana from the West Africa Examination Council (WAEC) may vary depending on the specific school or examination board. However, it’s typical for the expiration period to be around 4-6 weeks after the release of the results. It’s best to check with the relevant authorities for the exact expiration period and for the deadlines for applying for remarking. Once the expiration period has passed, it may not be possible to apply for remarking and the results will be considered final.

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All Exam Script Remarking Requests must be submitted to the WAEC Senior Deputy Registrar/Head of Test Administration Division.

Candidates who are dissatisfied with their results can start the remarking process now.

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