The National Examinations Council (NECO) has officially released the 2026 Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) Internal results.
The results were announced on Thursday, September 24, 2026, by the Registrar and Chief Executive of NECO, Professor Dantani Wushishi, at the council’s headquarters in Minna, Niger State.
Candidates who participated in the 2026 NECO examination can now check their results online using the official NECO result-checking portal.
According to NECO, a total of 1,378,048 candidates registered for the examination, while 1,371,992 candidates eventually sat for it.
Out of the candidates who sat for the examination, 804,948 candidates, representing 58.67%, obtained five credits and above, including English Language and Mathematics.
NECO also disclosed that 1,162,118 candidates, representing 84.70%, obtained five credits and above irrespective of English Language and Mathematics.
Is NECO 2026 Result Out?
Yes. The NECO 2026 SSCE Internal result is officially out.
NECO released the results on Thursday, September 24, 2026, and candidates who sat for the examination can now proceed to the official result portal to check their grades.
The result being released is for candidates who participated in the 2026 SSCE Internal examination, commonly referred to as NECO for school candidates.
How to Check NECO 2026 Result Online
You can check your NECO 2026 result using a smartphone, tablet or computer with an internet connection.
Follow these steps:
- Visit the official NECO result-checking portal at https://results.neco.gov.ng/
- Select 2026 as your examination year.
- Choose SSCE Internal as your examination type.
- Enter your NECO result-checking token.
- Enter your NECO registration number.
- Click Check Result.
- Wait for your result to appear on the screen.
Check all the information displayed on the result carefully before printing or saving a copy.
Official NECO Result Checker Portal
The official website for checking NECO results is: https://results.neco.gov.ng
Candidates should be careful when searching for the result portal online. Avoid entering your examination details or making payments on unfamiliar websites claiming to be NECO.
Do You Need a Token to Check NECO Result?
Yes.
You need a NECO result-checking token before you can access your 2026 result online.
Candidates who do not already have a token can purchase one through the NECO result portal.
On the result-checking page, look for the option to Purchase Token and follow the instructions provided.
After getting your token, return to the result checker, enter the required details and check your result.
Can I Check My NECO 2026 Result With My Phone?
Yes.
You do not need to visit a cyber cafe before checking your NECO result.
If you have a smartphone and an internet connection, open your browser and visit the official NECO result portal.
Enter your examination year, examination type, token and registration number to view your result.
You may also save the result as a PDF or take a clear screenshot for temporary reference, although candidates who need a printed copy can print it later.
NECO 2026 Result Statistics
NECO disclosed the following figures while announcing the 2026 SSCE Internal results:
- 1,378,048 candidates registered for the examination.
- 1,371,992 candidates sat for the examination.
- 804,948 candidates (58.67%) obtained five credits and above, including English Language and Mathematics.
- 1,162,118 candidates (84.70%) obtained five credits and above irrespective of English Language and Mathematics.
- 1,406 candidates were reported to have been involved in various forms of examination malpractice.
The council said examination malpractice declined significantly compared with the 2025 examination.
When Was the 2026 NECO Examination Conducted?
The 2026 NECO SSCE Internal examination was conducted from June 15 to July 23, 2026.
The results were released on September 24, 2026, about 63 days after the examination ended.
What to Do After Checking Your NECO Result
Candidates should carefully go through all the subjects and grades on their results.
If you are using your NECO result for the 2026/2027 admission exercise, ensure you meet the O’Level requirements for the course and institution you applied to.
Candidates who previously used awaiting result during JAMB registration should also ensure that their O’Level result is properly uploaded to the JAMB system when required.
Do not assume that checking your NECO result automatically uploads it to JAMB.
NECO Result Portal Not Opening? Here’s What to Do
It is possible for the NECO result website to become slow shortly after results are released because thousands of candidates may be trying to check their results at the same time.
If the portal is not opening:
- Check that your internet connection is working.
- Refresh the page after a few minutes.
- Try another browser.
- Confirm that you are using results.neco.gov.ng.
- Avoid repeatedly purchasing new tokens simply because the website is temporarily slow.
If you receive an error after entering your details, check that your registration number, examination type and examination year are correct before trying again.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is NECO 2026 result out?
Yes. NECO officially released the 2026 SSCE Internal results on Thursday, September 24, 2026.
How can I check my NECO 2026 result?
Visit results.neco.gov.ng, select 2026 and SSCE Internal, enter your token and registration number, then click the button to check your result.
What is the official NECO result-checking website?
The official NECO result portal is results.neco.gov.ng.
Can I check my NECO result without a token?
The NECO online result checker requires candidates to provide a result-checking token before accessing their results.
Can I check NECO result with my phone?
Yes. The result portal works on smartphones, and you can check your result using a mobile browser.
How many candidates passed NECO 2026?
NECO said 804,948 candidates, representing 58.67% of those who sat for the examination, obtained at least five credits including English Language and Mathematics.
How many candidates sat for NECO 2026?
A total of 1,371,992 candidates sat for the 2026 NECO SSCE Internal examination.
Final Note
Candidates are advised to check their results only through the official NECO portal and carefully verify their grades and personal information.
Those seeking admission should also pay close attention to the O’Level requirements of their chosen institutions and ensure their NECO results are properly uploaded for the admission process where required.