This is to inform Parents/Guardians that the National Examination Council, NECO, has announced the postponement of the National Common Entrance Examination (NCEE) Time-Table for JSS1 of Federal Government Unity Colleges for 2026/2027 academic session
The examination has been scheduled to be held on Saturday, 23rd April, 2027, throughout the country.
Examinations will be conducted across the various National Common Entrance Examination, NCEE, Nationwide.
Following recent changes to the registration process, the 2027 NCEE registration is to be carried out strictly online on the new NECO corporate website www.neco.gov.ng.
For detailed information on how to register candidate(s), click “Step by Step Guide” on neco.gov.ng/ncee.
2026/2027 NATIONAL COMMON ENTRANCE EXAMINATION (NCEE) INTO JSS 1 OF FEDERAL GOVERNMENT UNITY COLLEGES EXAMINATION TIME-TABLE SATURDAY 23RD APRIL, 2027.
| TIME | ACTIVITY |
| 7:30 am – 9:30 am | Validation of candidates, marking of attendance, and Sanitization |
| 9:30 am – 9:40 am | Issuance of customized OMR answer sheets for Paper I to candidates |
| 9:40am – 9:50am | Issuance of Paper I Question papers to candidates |
| 9:50am – 12:00pm | Paper I Part A – Mathematics and Basic Science & Technology Part B – English and National Values Education |
| 12:00pm – 12:55pm | Break and Sanitization |
| 12:55pm – 1:05pm | Issuance of customized OMR answer sheets for Paper II to candidates |
| 1:05pm – 1:15pm | Issuance of Paper II Question papers to candidates |
| 1:15pm – 2:35pm | Paper II Part A – Quantitative and Vocational Aptitude Part B – Verbal Aptitude |
NOTE:
1. Where the time on the question paper differs from the time on this timetable, the time on the question paper should be strictly adhered to.
2. Albinos and Blind candidates are to be allowed 30 extra minutes at the end of each paper.
3. Blind candidates must make use of the NECO-supplied OBR Customized braille sheet for the examination
FAQs
1. What is the NECO NCEE and who is eligible to sit for it?
The NECO National Common Entrance Examination (NCEE) is an entrance test conducted by the National Examinations Council (NECO) for students seeking admission into Unity Schools (Federal Government Colleges) across Nigeria. Eligible candidates are typically students who have completed their basic education (usually primary six) and meet the registration requirements set by NECO.
2. When is the NECO NCEE for Unity Schools scheduled in 2026?
For 2026, the NECO NCEE for Unity Schools is scheduled to hold on 23rd April, 2026. Candidates are advised to arrive at their examination centers early and ensure they bring all required documents and materials.
3. What subjects will be covered in the NECO NCEE?
The NECO NCEE usually tests candidates on core subjects such as:
English Language
Mathematics
Quantitative Reasoning
Verbal Reasoning
General Knowledge
The exam format includes multiple-choice and objective questions, designed to assess both knowledge and reasoning skills.
4. How can candidates prepare and access the NECO NCEE timetable?
Candidates can prepare by reviewing past NECO NCEE questions, practicing model papers, and focusing on the core subjects. The official timetable is usually released by NECO on their website and at participating Unity Schools. Students should check www.neco.gov.ng or their local Unity School portals for updates and any changes to the timetable.