NECO GCE Registration 2024 Instructions and Guidelines

NECO GCE Registration 2024 – Do you plan to register for the NECO GCE examination 2024? If so, the National Examination Council has started registration and forms are now available for the 2024 External examination. It is important to know how to register correctly. This exam is meant for individuals not currently enrolled in a secondary school. These individuals are commonly referred to as private candidates.

This article will guide you through the registration process, making it easy to understand. We will show you everything from what documents you need to how to fill out the registration form. Whether you are a first-timer or have registered before, the guidelines provided in this article will help you ensure that your registration goes smoothly. Read below to learn the instructions and guidelines.

Available Subjects for NECO GCE Registration 2024

The NECO GCE SSCE External offers a wide selection of twenty-nine subjects for candidates which are listed below:

• English Language
• Financial Accounting
• Agricultural Science
• Arabic Language
• Biology
• Chemistry
• Christian Religious Knowledge (CRK)
• Civic Education
• Commerce
• Economics
• French
• Further Mathematics
• Geography
• Government
• Hausa
• Health Education
• History
• Igbo
• Islamic Studies
• Literature in English
• Mathematics
• Marketing
• Physical Education
• Physics
• Salesmanship
• Stenography
• Storekeeping
• Technical Drawing
• Yoruba

NECO GCE Registration Guidelines 2024

The NECO GCE registration form for 2024 is now available. Interested candidates can now buy a scratch card and complete their registration for the exams.

If you are planning to apply, make sure to do it before the deadline to avoid being disqualified. The examination centers are conveniently organized by neighborhoods within each state. Once candidates submit their registration details online, they will automatically be assigned to an exam center in the neighborhood they chose during registration.

The NECO GCE form costs:

• Main Registration Fee: N22,250.00
• Four-Figure Table: N500.00 per copy
• Additional charges for stamp duty N50, service, and Remita are also applicable.

Payment Methods

Candidates, or those at registration points like cyber cafes, need to visit NECO’s official website to create and activate an account. They can then pay using one of these five options:

• ATM Card
• Internet Banking
• USSD
• Wallet
• Bank Branch

Registration Timeline

The registration period runs from July 3, 2024, to November 6, 2024. If candidates register late, there will be an additional fee of ₦2,000. The fee for walk-in registration is ₦28,000 per candidate.

How to Register for NECO GCE 2024

Candidates can register either online or offline.

Online Registration Steps:

• Visit the Council’s website for the SSCE External link. https://ssceexternal.neco.gov.ng
• Create an account and purchase the registration quota.
• Go to a reputable cyber cafe to complete the registration and provide biometric data.

Candidates should register within the announced timeframe on the Council’s website.

Requirements for NECO GCE Registration 2024

• Photograph: A recent passport-sized photo with a white background is required. It should not be older than six months.
• A system camera can be used to take the photo during registration.

Offline Registration:

• Biometric fingerprints will be collected during the offline registration of each candidate.
• Candidates need to know that biometric verification will take place during the exam.

Note: If a candidate’s fingerprints do not match at the verification stage, they will be deemed impersonators and will face penalties under the law.

Special Provisions for Candidates with Visual Impairments

Candidates with visual impairments can register and should indicate the specifics of their disability during the bio-data section of the offline application.

NECO GCE Photocard and Timetable

After successful registration, candidates must obtain:

• An examination timetable.
• At least one clear copy of the NECO Photocard, which is necessary for entry into the Examination Hall.

The Referee’s Attestation section of the Photocard must be signed and stamped by an authorized individual from one of the following categories:

• Principal of a recognized Senior Secondary School
• Ordained Clergyman or Chief Imam
• Commissioned Officer of the Nigerian Armed Forces or Police, at least at the rank of Captain
• Senior Civil Servant, not below GL. 14
• Legal Practitioner with a minimum of ten years of experience

Note: Candidates should also be aware that they are no longer required to submit their attestation photocards at NECO state offices for stamping.

Important Instructions for NECO GCE Candidates 2024

All candidates should take note of certain instructions and treat them as important to succeed in this examination. The instructions are as follows:

• Non-Refundable Registration Fee: Once you pay the registration fee, it cannot be refunded.
• Walk-In Candidates: Candidates can register up to six hours before the exam they plan to take.
• Fixed Examination Centre: Once you upload your choice of exam center, it cannot be changed.
• Registration Instructions: Both candidates and cyber café operators should carefully follow the SSCE External link on www.neco.gov.ng for detailed registration guidance.
• Reputable Cyber Cafés: It’s strongly recommended to use trusted cyber cafés for registration. The Council will not be responsible for any errors. Candidates should double-check all offline entries before they are uploaded online. Note that corrections can only be made once after uploading.
• One-Time Correction: Candidates have one opportunity to make corrections within two weeks of uploading. A complete name change is not allowed, but you can correct either your Name (Surname, First Name, or Middle Name) or your Passport, along with other registration details.
• Study Materials: Candidates should review the Rules & Regulations and the Syllabus before the exam.
• Photograph Requirements: The photo you upload during registration will be printed on your certificates.
• Centre Viability: Candidates will be notified about the status of their exam centers at least one day before the exam.
• Prohibited Items: Smoking and bringing electronic devices (like programmable calculators, mobile phones, tablets, smartwatches, etc.) into the exam hall are strictly forbidden.
• Dress Code: Candidates should wear casual clothing, and no one will be allowed entry with weapons.
• Multiple Registrations: Registering more than once is not allowed. Candidates who do this will have all their results canceled.
• Late Entry: No candidates will be permitted into the exam hall once the exam has started.

We hope this article has been both informative and helpful in guiding you through NECO GCE Registration 2024. Bookmark this site to stay informed about important details, deadlines, and requirements as it is crucial for a successful examination experience. If you have any questions or need further clarification, please don’t hesitate to leave a comment. We will answer you accordingly.

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