UPDATE: NECO to Release 2026 SSCE Results by First Week of September The National Examinations Council (NECO) has announced that the results for the 2026 Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) are expected to be released on or before the first week of September 2026. This announcement, conveyed via the Federal Ministry of Education, provides much-needed clarity for millions of candidates, parents, and schools awaiting the outcomes. The Federal Government also commended NECO for the successful conduct of the 2026 SSCE using the Computer-Based Test (CBT) format. According to the Ministry, the transition to CBT is a significant milestone for Nigeria's education sector, enhancing the credibility, transparency, and security of public examinations while advancing the nation's digital transformation goals. The government further noted that the successful CBT implementation demonstrates a firm commitment to leveraging technology to curb examination malpractice and align Nigeria’s assessment systems with global best practices. Candidates are advised to remain calm as NECO concludes the final stages of result processing, verification, and quality assurance. Stakeholders are urged to disregard social media rumours and unofficial release dates, as only announcements from NECO’s official channels are authentic. Parents and school owners should avoid spreading unconfirmed reports that may cause unnecessary anxiety. Once officially released, candidates can access their results on NECO’s approved portal using their examination details and a valid result-checking token. The timely release will enable admission seekers to proceed with critical processes, including O’Level verification and Post-UTME screenings for universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education nationwide. To all candidates who sat for the 2026 NECO SSCE, stay optimistic. We wish you outstanding success in your results.