The National Examinations Council (NECO) has released the registration guidelines and timetable for the 2027 Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) Internal.
Registration Period: Monday 2nd November, 2026 to Friday 26th February, 2027.
Late Registration: Saturday 27th February, 2027 to Friday 5th March, 2027. Please note that there will be no extension to this deadline.
Examination Dates: 1st April to 11th May, 2027.
Schools are required to nominate prospective supervisors during the registration exercise. You can download the full 2027 SSCE Internal Registration Guidelines from the official NECO website for more information.
Key dates
- Registration opens: 2nd November, 2026
- Registration closes: 26th February, 2027
- Late registration opens: 27th February, 2027
- Late registration closes: 5th March, 2027
- Examination ends: 11th May, 2027
Official links
Stay safe: only use the official website (neco.gov.ng). Government agencies do not sell forms, slots or shortlist places, and do not use agents. Never pay anyone who promises a place.
Source: NECO homepage (official website). Last checked: 2 November 2026.
