Prospective candidates eager to register for the 2023 Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) External can now breathe a sigh of relief, as the registration process has officially commenced. This pivotal examination is an essential step for students pursuing their educational aspirations in Nigeria. In this comprehensive guide, we will walk you through all the crucial details you need to know about the registration process, fees, requirements, and other vital information to ensure a smooth experience.
Registration Options
The registration process for the NECO SSCE External 2023 offers candidates both offline and online options for added convenience. To begin, visit the official Council's website at http://www.neco.gov.ng and navigate to the SSCE External link. Here, you can initiate your registration at any time within the stipulated registration period.
Upon accessing the website, candidates have the option to create an account, purchase their registration quota, and then proceed to any reputable cybercafé for biometric data capture and completion of the registration process.
Passport Size Photograph Requirements
A crucial aspect of the registration process is the inclusion of a recent passport-size photograph. Ensure that your photograph is not more than six months old and features a white background. You can use a system camera to snap the required photograph at the point of registration if needed.
Biometric Data Capture
During the offline registration process, biometric fingerprints of each candidate will be captured. This step is vital for ensuring the integrity of the examination. It's important to note that biometric verification will also take place during the examination itself. Mismatched fingerprints at this stage will result in severe consequences, as candidates will be deemed impersonators and face sanctions according to existing laws.
Preparation for the NECO GCE Exam
To excel in the NECO SSCE External 2023, candidates are encouraged to adequately prepare using O'level/WAEC/NECO Past Questions. The 9jaSchoolNews Past Questions Computer Software and Mobile App offer valuable resources to access past questions anywhere, making it easier to study and succeed in the examination.
Registration Fees and Additional Costs
Before proceeding with your registration, it's important to be aware of the associated fees and additional costs. The registration fee for the NECO SSCE External 2023 is Seventeen Thousand Eight Hundred Naira (N17,800.00). Additionally, candidates will need to budget Five Hundred Naira (N500.00) for each copy of the Four-figure Table and Two Thousand Naira (N2,000) for a Waterproof Certificate Jacket Folder. Keep in mind that Stamp Duty, Service, and Remita charges will also apply.
Payment Options
Candidates and registration points, such as cybercafés, can make payments through five convenient options:
- ATM Card
- Internet Banking
- USSD
- Wallet
- Bank Branch
Registration Period and Late Registration
The registration period for the NECO SSCE External 2023 starts on 11th September, 2023, and ends on 13th November, 2023, at 12:00 midnight. Late registration, which occurs from 14th to 19th November, 2023, will attract an additional fee of Two Thousand Naira (N2,000.00). For walk-in registration, candidates should be prepared to pay Twenty-eight Thousand Naira (N28,000.00) per candidate.
Attestation/Photo Cards and Examination Timetable
After completing the registration process, candidates must obtain essential documents from the cybercafé. These include the examination timetable and at least one clear copy of the NECO Photo card, which serves as the admission ticket into the examination hall. It's crucial to ensure that the passport-size photograph on the Photo card is clear, as unclear photographs will not be accepted in the examination hall.
The Referee's Attestation section of the Photo card should be SIGNED AND STAMPED by one of the following:
- The Principal of a recognized Secondary School.
- An Ordained Clergyman or a Chief Imam.
- A Commissioned Officer of the Nigerian Armed Forces or the Police not below the rank of Captain or its equivalent.
- A Senior Civil Servant not below GL. 14.
- A Legal Practitioner with not less than ten years' experience.
Visually Impaired Candidates
Visually impaired candidates should register like everyone else but indicate the nature of their disability when providing their bio-data during offline registration.
Examination Centres and Subject Availability
Examination centres have been grouped into neighborhoods for each state. Candidates can select a neighborhood within their state, and the system will automatically assign a center within the chosen neighborhood after uploading registration data online.
A wide range of subjects is available for the examination, covering various disciplines from Agricultural Science to Yoruba, with additional options like Literature-in-English, Mathematics, and Physics.
General Information
- The registration fee is non-refundable once paid.
- Walk-in candidates can register up to six hours before the subject they intend to write.
- Candidates cannot edit their examination center after upload.
- Use reputable cybercafes to avoid registration errors, as the Council will not be liable for such errors.
- Candidates are entitled to one-time correction within two weeks after upload, with specific restrictions on changes to names and passport details.
- Review the Rules & Regulations and the Syllabus before the Examination.
- The uploaded photograph will be embossed on the certificates.
- Candidates will receive information about the viability of their centers at least a day before the examination.
- Strict prohibitions include smoking, bringing electronic communication gadgets, and carrying arms into the examination hall.
- Multiple registrations are not allowed, and candidates registering more than once will have their results canceled.
- Candidates will not be allowed entry into the examination hall after the commencement of the examination.
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