2026 NCEE Registration Form for Unity Schools [PHOTOS]

This is to inform the general public that the sales of the form of the National Common Entrance Examination, NCEE, into JSS 1 of Federal Government Unity Colleges/Federal Science and Technical Colleges for 2026/2027 have commenced.
The registration period is from Monday, 13th December 2026 to Saturday, 23rd April 2026.

The National Common Entrance Examination for admission into Junior Secondary School (JSS 1) of Federal Government Unity Colleges for 2026 will be held throughout the country and other interested foreign countries.
Only Final year pupils of Primary Schools are eligible for the exams.
The New NCEE Portal can be used to register multiple pupils for the exam, manage multiple pupils’ information, and check their results.
The diagram below shows the flow of the registration procedure.

Summary of procedures for successful NCEE Registration:

1. Register an account
2. Activate the account
3. Login to Your Account
4. Make Payment
5. Register Candidate
6. Print Photo Card

About NCEE Registration for Unity Schools

NOTE: No More Sales of Registration Cards or Scratch Cards as Registration and Purchase of Registration Quota is Strictly Online.
The National Common Entrance Examination for admission into Junior Secondary School (JSS 1) of Federal Government Unity Colleges/Federal Science and Technical Colleges for 2026 will be held throughout the country on Saturday, 23rd April, 2026 

1. ELIGIBILITY:

Final year Pupils of Primary Schools who shall NOT be less than 10 years or more than 13 years by September 2026.

2. STRUCTURE OF THE EXAMINATION

The examination will consist of the following:
PAPER I
Part A – Mathematics and General Science
Part B – English and Social Studies
PAPER II
Part A – Quantitative and Vocational Aptitude
Part B – Verbal Aptitude

3. LIST OF FEDERAL GOVERNMENT UNITY SCHOOLS

Candidates are to choose any three (3) of the following Federal Unity Colleges as First (1st), Second (2nd), and Third (3rd) choices, that is, one (1) school each from any three (3) geopolitical zones.
However, qualified candidates who chose oversubscribed Colleges are liable to be placed at any available alternative Colleges in line with the approved carrying capacity of the Federal Government Colleges.

4. ENTRY PROCEDURE:

a. Registration: Strictly Online
b. Candidates within Nigeria:
i. Heads of Primary Schools should follow the registration guidelines below to purchase their registration quota for registration at the sum of N4,500.00 (Four Thousand Five Hundred Naira) only and Stamp Duty of N50.00 (Fifty Naira) per Candidate. No more payments into any Bank as Registration and Payment are Strictly Online using the Remita Platform.
ii. Private Candidates should also follow the guidelines to purchase their registration slots at the rate of N4,500.00 (Four Thousand Five Hundred Naira) only and Stamp Duty of N50.00 (Fifty Naira)
per Candidate. No More Payment into any Bank as Registration and Payment are Strictly Online using the Remita Platform.
c. Overseas candidates (Europe and other overseas Countries)
High Commissions, Embassies or Consulates should follow the registration guidelines below and make payment of $400.00 using the Remita Platform.

5. METHOD OF APPLICATION

2. How to Log in to your NCEE Account 

After activating your account via the verification link sent to your registered email, you’ll be able to log in to your account. The steps below show how to log in to your account;

• Step 1
  Go to ncee.neco.gov.ng
• Step 2
  Enter your email address and your registered password.

Step 3
Click the Login button, if successful you’ll be taken to your Dashboard.

3. How to Make Payment for the Candidate’s NCEE Registration

Once you’ve been able to successfully activate your account and log in, you can proceed to purchase Quota for the candidate(s) who will be sitting for the exam. To make payment for registration, follow the steps below;

• • After Login, click Payment

• Enter the Amount you want

• Accept terms of Payment

• • Proceed to checkout
  • On Remitta choose payment method, click pay.

• Once payment is successful, the quota will be generated.

4. How to Register Candidates For NCEE

For a Candidate to qualify to sit for the examination, he or she must be registered. To register a candidate, the registration quota must have been generated after payment. However, if the registration quota has not been generated, it means payment has not been effected. (see How to Make a Payment for the Candidate Registration on Section 3 above).
To register a candidate, follow the steps below:

• Step 1
  Log in to the NCEE Registration Portal.
• Step 2
  On the Dashboard, click on ADD CANDIDATE

Step 3
Fill in the required fields and Upload candidate’s passport.

Step 4
Fill the Parent/Guardian information then tick the checkbox accepting that the child is in Primary 6.

Step 5
A status message is displayed to confirm successful registration of the candidate.

5. Printing an NCEE Candidate’s Photocard

You must print out the Candidate’s photo card from the online portal. The printed photo card will be used to admit the candidate into the examination hall.
Much like the other exams, NECO offers you can print out your photocard from the online portal. To do so, follow the steps below;

• • Click on Candidates

• Click 3 dot menu button to view photo card

• Click on Print photo card to print it out.

6. How To Make Corrections on NCEE Candidates Registration after Submission

If you’ve been able to register your candidate(s) and you need to change or correct a mistake after submitting the form, you can do so by following the steps below;

• Log in to your NCEE Account.
• Click on CANDIDATES, and the page will be populated with all registered candidate(s).

• First click on the 3-dot menu button at the end of the registered candidate
• Then secondly, click EDIT  to edit candidate(s).

•  Candidates registration information will be shown, and all fields will be available to be edited.

• Change or replace the candidate with new information. Click on PREVIEW to review the form and ensure all changes are correct.

• After previewing the photocard and ensuring all the candidate’s information has been corrected, tick the CHECKBOX which confirms there are no more corrections and then SUBMIT.

NOTE:
i. Payment for the National Common Entrance Examination is done on the NECO portal, as outlined in (b) above.
ii. Change of Name, Date of Birth, and/or State of Origin will not be entertained after registering a candidate online.
iii. Qualified candidates who chose oversubscribed Colleges are liable to be placed at any available alternative College, according to the carrying capacities of the Federal Unity Colleges.

View Transaction History

To view Transaction History

• • Click Transaction On the Side Menu

• View List of Transactions made

• Click check status to retry any pending or failed transactions

6. EXAMINATION TIME-TABLE

The examination will be held throughout the country on Saturday, 23rd April 2026.
All final year pupils of primary schools who shall not be less than 10 years by September 2026 are eligible to take the exam.
The full NCEE Examination Time-Table has been published online.

7. CLOSING DATE

The registration period is from Monday, 13th December 2026 to Saturday, 23rd April 2026.

The website will be closed on Saturday, 23rd April, 2026, by 8:00 am.

FAQs

1. What is the 2026 NCEE Registration Form for Unity Schools?

The 2026 NCEE (National Common Entrance Examination) Registration Form is an official form used by candidates seeking admission into Unity Schools (Federal Government Colleges) across Nigeria. It allows eligible students, usually in their final year of primary school, to register for the entrance examination. The form typically includes personal information, school details, and payment confirmation.

2. Who is eligible to apply for the 2026 Unity Schools NCEE?

Candidates must:

Be currently enrolled in a recognized primary school.

Be in their final year of primary education (Primary 6).

Meet any age requirements specified by the Federal Ministry of Education, usually between 10 and 13 years.

Have parental or guardian consent for registration.

3. How can I obtain the 2026 NCEE Registration Form for Unity Schools?

The registration form is usually available online on the official NCEE portal or selected federal education websites. Steps include:

Visit the official registration portal.

Fill out the candidate’s personal and school information.

Upload recent passport-sized photographs as required.

Make the required payment through approved channels.

Print the confirmation slip after successful registration.

Note: Ensure the uploaded photo meets the passport format and size requirements to avoid disqualification.

4. Can I correct mistakes after submitting the NCEE registration form?

Minor corrections, such as name spelling or date of birth, may be allowed within a specified correction window before the exam. However, major changes like school choice or candidate photograph replacement may require contacting the exam board directly. Always review your form carefully before final submission to avoid errors.