NECO Sets 2025 National Common Entrance Exam for June 14 — What Every Parent and Pupil Must Know
???? Planning to secure a spot in Nigeria’s top Federal Unity Colleges? Then mark your calendar! The National Examinations Council (NECO) has officially announced that the 2025 National Common Entrance Examination (NCEE) into JSS1 will hold nationwide on Saturday, June 14, 2025.
This crucial exam opens the door to top-tier secondary schools like King’s College Lagos, Queen’s College, FGGC Owerri, FGC Enugu, and many more across Nigeria’s six geo-political zones.
In this guide, we break down all the key information — from eligibility and registration to zones, school choices, and deadlines — in a way that’s clear, concise, and JAMB-friendly. ✅
???? Who Can Apply?
To be eligible:
- Your child must be in the final year of primary school.
- They must turn 10 years old on or before September 2025.
???? No exceptions!
????️ How to Register Online (Step-by-Step)
All applications must be completed online via the NECO portal.
???? Registration Fee: ₦5,940 per candidate (non-refundable)
✅ Steps to Register:
- Visit the step-by-step NCEE registration guide.
- Create an account using a phone number and email
- Activate your account via email
- Choose a payment method:
- Debit/Credit Card
- Bank Branch
- USSD
- Internet Banking
- Wallet
- eNaira
❌ Bank transfers are not accepted
- Enter candidate details
- Upload a passport photo
- Print the photocard
???? Keep the photocard safe — it’s your candidate’s exam ticket!
⚠️ Avoid These Common Mistakes After Registration
Once registration is complete, you cannot:
???? Change exam center
???? Change name or photo
???? Change selected schools (even if full)
If your preferred school is full, NECO may reassign your child to another school.
???? What’s in the Exam?
The entrance exam has 2 papers, and each paper has 2 sections.
???? Paper I:
- Mathematics
- Basic Science & Technology
- English Studies
- National Values Education
???? Paper II:
- Quantitative Aptitude
- Vocational Aptitude
- Verbal Aptitude
???? Prepare well! Practice past questions to boost your child’s confidence.
???? Choose 6 Schools — One from Each Zone
You must select one Federal Unity College from each of the following six zones:
- South East
- South South
- South West
- North East
- North Central
- North West
???? Make your selections wisely. Some schools fill up fast!
???? Full List of Federal Unity Colleges by Zone
South East Zone
- Abia: FGGC Umuahia, FGC Ohafia, FSTC Ohanso
- Anambra: FGC Nise, FGGC Onitsha, FSTC Awka
- Enugu: FGC Enugu, FGGC Lejja
- Imo: FGC Okigwe, FGGC Owerri, FSTC Oguta
- Ebonyi: FGC Okposi, FGGC Ezzamgbo, FSTC Amuzu
South South Zone
- Akwa Ibom: FGC Ikot-Ekpene, FGGC Ikot-Obio-Itong, FSTC Uyo
- Cross River: FGC Ikom, FGGC Calabar
- Delta: FGC Warri, FGGC Ibusa
- Edo: FGC Ibillo, FGGC Benin, FSTC Uromi
- Rivers: FGC Port Harcourt, FGGC Abuloma, FSTC Ahoada
- Bayelsa: FGC Odi, FGGC Imiringi, FSTC Tungbo
South West Zone
- Lagos: King’s College, Queen’s College, FGC Lagos, FSTC Yaba
- Ogun: FGC Odogbolu, FGGC Sagamu, FSTC Ijebu-Mushin
- Ondo: FGC Idoani, FGGC Akure, FSTC Ikare-Akoko
- Osun: FGC Ikirun, FGGC Ipetumodu, FSTC Ilesa
- Oyo: FGC Ogbomoso, FGGC Oyo, FSTC Igangan
- Ekiti: FGC Ikole-Ekiti, FGGC Efon-Alaye, FSTC Usi-Ekiti
North East Zone
- Adamawa: FGC Ganye, FGGC Yola, FSTC Michika
- Bauchi: FGC Azare, FGGC Bauchi, FSTC Misau
- Borno: FGC Maiduguri, FGGC Monguno, FSTC Lassa
- Taraba: FGC Wukari, FGGC Jalingo, FSTC Jalingo
- Yobe: FGC Buni-Yadi, FGGC Potiskum, FSTC Gashua
- Gombe: FGC Biliri, FGGC Bajoga, FCTC Zambuk
North Central Zone
- Benue: FGC Vandeikya, FGGC Gboko, FGC Otobi, FSTC Otukpo
- Kogi: FGC Ugwolawo, FGGC Kabba, FSTC Ogugu
- Kwara: FGC Ilorin, FGGC Omu-Aran, FSTC Gwarana
- Niger: FGC Minna, FGGC Bida, FGC New-Bussa, FSTC Shiroro
- Plateau: FGC Jos, FGGC Langtang
- Nasarawa: FGC Keffi, FGGC Keana, FSTC Doma
- FCT Abuja: FGC Kwali, FGGC Bwari, FGGC Abaji, FGBC Garki, FGC Rubochi, FSTC Orozo
North West Zone
- Jigawa: FGC Kiyawa, FGGC Kazaure, FSTC Mallam Madori-Birniwa
- Kaduna: FGC Kaduna, FGGC Zaria, FSTC Kafanchan
- Kano: FGC Kano, FGGC Min-Jibir, FSTC Ganduje
- Katsina: FGC Daura, FGGC Bakori, FSTC Dayi
- Kebbi: FGC Birnin-Yauri, FGGC Gwandu, FSTC Zuru
- Sokoto: FGC Sokoto, FGGC Tambuwal, FSTC Wurno
- Zamfara: FGGC Gusau, FGC Anka
⏳ Registration Deadline
- Opens: Monday, 11 November 2024
- Closes: Saturday, 14 June 2025 at 9:00 AM sharp
????️ Want to be fully prepared?
Download the official 2025 NCEE Registration Instructions PDF.
???? Final Tips
✅ Register early to avoid last-minute issues
✅ Follow every instruction carefully
✅ Help your child prepare ahead of time
???? Success starts with preparation. Give your child the best shot at excellence!
For more details, visit the NECO main site or the NCEE portal.
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