UOESD National Quiz Competition 2026 Registration

The United Organisation for Education and Sports Development (UOESD) has opened registration for the 12th edition of its National Quiz Competition for Junior Secondary School students (JSS 1-3) across Nigeria.

UOESD states that the quiz aims to build academic strength, critical thinking and national awareness among young learners; the entry process is free and schools can register as many students as they want.

Who Can Take Part

The competition is open to:

• Junior Secondary School students (JSS 1, JSS 2 and JSS 3)
• Public, private and missionary schools

There is no limit on the number of participants from a school; a school may register all its JSS 1-3 students.

Registration Fee

Registration is free; no payment is stated for entry.

Subjects to Be Tested

Participants will be assessed in these subjects:

• English Language
• Igbo Language
• Mathematics
• Current Affairs
• Civic Education

Competition Schedule

First Round (Online)

• Date: Saturday, 21st Feb 2026
• Time: 9:00am to 9:00pm
• Mode: online
• Quiz link: available on the UOESD website on the competition day via UOESD website for quiz access

Participants can take the quiz once within the stated time frame; one attempt only, so timing matters.

Results and Shortlisting

• Results publication: 30th March, 2026
• Top-scoring participants will be contacted and moved to the Grand Finale; only shortlisted finalists proceed to the final round

Awards and Recognition

Round One Performance Awards

• 90 to 100: Gold Award
• 80 to 89: Silver Award
• 70 to 79: Bronze Award

Grand Finale Awards

Winners and finalists will receive:

• Cash rewards
• Trophies
• Certificates of Accomplishment

How to Register

Schools or participants are to send these details:

• Full name(s)
• State of school location
• Class (JSS 1, JSS 2 or JSS 3)
• Age
• WhatsApp phone number (participant, parent, teacher or principal)

Email: uoesdessaycompetition@gmail.com

Registration Deadline

Registration closes on 20 Feb 2026 at 11:59pm; late entries may miss the list.

Official Notice Page

For the official notice, see: UOESD 2026 National Quiz registration notice

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