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2025 NECO GCE Registration: Instructions & Guidelines

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NECO has started registration for the 2025 Nov/Dec SSCE for private candidates. This piece breaks down what to do, how much to pay, and how the computer-based exam works.

NECO 2025 Nov/Dec SSCE External Form Now Out

Who Can Apply?

The 2025 NECO Nov/Dec SSCE External is for candidates who are not in regular school. That means if you’re a private candidate hoping to get your Senior School Certificate, this is your chance.

You can register either online or offline. The exam will be fully computer-based and will cover 16 subjects.

What You’ll Need

Before registration, make sure you have:

Your fingerprints will be used to verify your identity during the exam. If they don’t match, you could be flagged as an impersonator. No jokes.

Where To Register

Go to the official NECO registration site to begin.

You’ll be asked to create an account using your email or phone number.

Once your account is ready, you can:

How Much?

How To Pay

After creating your account, pay through any of these:

Make sure your payment goes into the NECO TSA account.

Key Dates

Photo Card and Timetable

After registering:

Who qualifies as a referee?

You no longer need to submit this card to any NECO state office.

Special Needs Candidates

Register like everyone else. Just tick the appropriate box online to indicate your needs.

Choose Your Centre

You’ll be assigned a centre based on the neighbourhood you choose during registration. You can’t change your centre after uploading your form, so pick carefully.

Subjects Offered

  1. Agricultural Science
  2. Biology
  3. Chemistry
  4. Civic Education
  5. Christian Religious Studies
  6. Commerce
  7. Economics
  8. English Language
  9. Financial Accounting
  10. General Mathematics
  11. Geography
  12. Government
  13. Islamic Studies
  14. Literature in English
  15. Marketing
  16. Physics

About the Exam

Dos and Don’ts

Final Advice

Use a reliable café. Double-check every detail before hitting upload. If unsure, ask someone who knows the ropes.

To start your registration, visit the NECO External Portal.