WAEC has activated the BECE Irregularity Portal for candidates to check examination malpractice records using their index number and date of birth.
WAEC,BECE| 10th July 2026: The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has activated its BECE Irregularity Portal to enable candidates who participated in the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) to check whether any examination malpractice record has been associated with their details.
The portal provides candidates with access to information on reported examination irregularities and allows them to confirm their current status before further processing of examination outcomes.
WAEC has encouraged candidates to use the official platform and follow the required steps carefully when checking their records.
How BECE Candidates Can Access the WAEC Irregularity Portal
Candidates can access the portal through:
To check their status, candidates are required to provide the following details:
- Enter their Index Number
- Select their Date of Birth
- Enter their Year of Examination
- Click on “Login as Candidate”
After successful login, candidates will be able to view any available irregularity information linked to their examination records.
Internal Link Suggestions:
➡️ BECE Results Checking Guide in Ghana
➡️ WAEC BECE Examination Rules and Regulations
What the WAEC Irregularity Status Messages Mean
According to the information provided by WAEC, candidates whose accounts display the message:
“No malpractice record uploaded for this candidate at the moment”
currently have no examination malpractice record associated with their details on the portal.
However, candidates whose records show a malpractice issue are advised to carefully follow the instructions provided by WAEC.
Affected candidates may also contact their schools or the Council for further clarification and guidance on the next steps.
Internal Link Suggestions:
➡️ WAEC Examination Malpractice: Causes, Penalties and Prevention
➡️ BECE Results and Placement Process Explained
WAEC Strengthens Examination Transparency Through Digital Platforms
The introduction of online systems for examination irregularity checks reflects WAEC’s continued efforts to improve transparency and communication with candidates.
Examination malpractice remains a major concern within Ghana’s education system, affecting the credibility of assessment processes and the fairness of outcomes for millions of learners.
Digital access to examination information allows candidates, schools, and stakeholders to receive timely updates and better understand procedures relating to examination decisions.
Internal Link Suggestions:
➡️ WAEC Ghana: Functions and Responsibilities
➡️ Education Technology and Digital Transformation in Ghana
EducationGhana Advisory for BECE Candidates
Candidates are encouraged to rely only on official WAEC communication channels when checking examination information.
They should avoid sharing sensitive personal details with unauthorised individuals claiming to provide examination assistance.
Parents and schools are also advised to support candidates who may require guidance in understanding their examination status.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the WAEC BECE Irregularity Portal?
It is an online platform that allows BECE candidates to check whether any examination malpractice record has been uploaded against their details.
Where can candidates access the portal?
Candidates can access the portal at https://irreg.waecgh.org.
What details are needed to check the status?
Candidates need their index number, date of birth, and examination year.
Does “No malpractice record uploaded” mean the candidate has been cleared?
It means there is currently no malpractice record associated with the candidate’s details on the portal.
Source: West African Examinations Council (WAEC)
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