NECO National Gifted Examination 2026: JSS1 Admission for FG Academy Suleja Opens
The National Examinations Council (NECO) has officially announced the 2026 National Gifted Examination for admission into Junior Secondary School 1 (JSS1) at the prestigious Federal Government Academy, Suleja, Niger State. The exam targets gifted and talented primary school pupils across Nigeria.
Exam Date and Eligibility
The examination is scheduled to hold nationwide on Saturday, 23 May 2026. Eligible candidates must be final-year primary pupils who will not exceed 11 years of age by December 2026.
Registration Fee
Candidates are required to pay a registration fee of N5,940.
About Federal Government Academy Suleja
Federal Government Academy, Suleja is renowned for nurturing Nigeria’s brightest children. The school offers full federal scholarships, covering tuition, boarding, feeding, uniforms, textbooks, and examination fees, providing an all-inclusive academic experience for gifted students.
How to Register
NECO emphasizes that registration is strictly online via the official NECO Gifted Exam portal. Parents, guardians, or headteachers must complete the process for their candidates.
Registration Steps:
- Create an online account with a valid phone number and email.
- Activate the account using the link sent via email before making payment.
- Make payment into the NECO TSA using approved channels (avoid bank transfers).
- Enter the candidate’s bio-data and upload a passport-size photograph.
- Print the photocard and keep it safely for exam day.
Accepted Payment Options:
- CARD
- USSD
- WALLET
- BANK BRANCH
- INTERNET BANKING
- eNAIRA
For a detailed registration process, NECO directs candidates to the Step-by-Step Guide on the NECO Gifted Exam registration guide page.
Registration Period
The registration window opens Monday, 5 January 2026 and closes at 9:00 am on Saturday, 23 May 2026. Late registrations will not be accepted.
This announcement gives parents and guardians ample time to register eligible pupils for one of Nigeria’s most prestigious gifted education programs.
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