NECO CBE Registration 2025 – Requirements & How To Apply

The National Examinations Council (NECO) has officially announced the transition from the traditional Pen-and-Paper Test (PPT) to Computer-Based Examination (CBE) for the 2025 Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) External (Nov/Dec).

As part of the NECO CBE Registration 2025, the council is inviting qualified Computer-Based Examination Centre Operators across Nigeria to apply for registration and accreditation. Only accredited centres will be allowed to host NECO’s computer-based exams.

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System Requirements for NECO CBE Registration 2025

Every NECO-approved CBE centre must meet the following ICT standards:

Minimum of 150 functional computer systems/laptops with at least 10% backup (15 extra).
Each system must have:
- Intel Dual Core / Celeron / Pentium processor
- 4GB RAM, 32GB minimum hard drive (SSD preferred)
- Windows 10 OS
- Updated browser (Chrome, Firefox, or Edge)
- 14/100MB RJ45 Network Port
Minimum 15-inch flat screen monitors.
Robust server capable of handling 150 systems simultaneously.
Updated antivirus software.
All systems must be connected via LAN (wired); wireless connections are not allowed.
Switches must be on uninterrupted power supply (UPS).
At least 2 backup switches are required.

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Hall Requirements for NECO CBE Registration 2025

To qualify for NECO accreditation, each centre hall must provide:

Individual cubicles (minimum 26” length × 18” breadth × 18” height).
Comfortable seating for each candidate.
Functional AC units and proper lighting.
CCTV coverage (wired, no wireless) with IP cameras.
Reliable network coverage (strong MTN or Airtel signal).
At least two visible wall clocks.
No wristwatches allowed inside the hall.
Hall must serve as a dedicated CBT centre for all-year use.

Facilities & Personnel Needed for NECO CBE Registration 2025

Backup power supply (generator minimum 40KVA for 250 systems).
At least 2 technical staff and 1 network engineer must be on site.
Personnel must be trustworthy and of high integrity.
Adequate holding/waiting room with chairs.
Centre must be properly fenced and secured.

How to Apply for NECO CBE Registration 2025

All interested CBE operators should apply online through the official NECO portal:

https://cbe.neco.gov.ng

Application Steps:

Visit the NECO CBE registration portal.
Download the CBE requirements and application form.
Complete the form and upload all required documents.
Submit the application online.
Await NECO inspection and accreditation before final approval.

Important Guidelines & Disclaimer

Application is completely free of charge.
NECO will conduct a thorough inspection before granting accreditation.
Centres that fail to meet requirements will not be approved.

Disclaimer: Naija Vacancy is not affiliated with NECO. This post is for informational purposes only. Applicants should apply only via the official NECO website.

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