The National Examinations Council (NECO) no longer uses scratch cards for checking examination results. Instead, candidates are required to purchase a NECO token, which serves as a digital access code for checking results online.
Whether you want to check your SSCE, NCEE or BECE result, we have explained how to buy a NECO token and use it successfully.
How Much Does a NECO Token Cost?
A NECO token is a unique digital code used to access examination results online.
Each token can only be used to check one candidate's result. Without a valid token, you will not be able to access the NECO result checking portal.
A NECO token costs ₦1,100.
Candidates can purchase one or more tokens depending on their needs.
How to Buy a NECO Token
Follow these steps to purchase your NECO token online.
1. Create a NECO Account
Visit the NECO token registration page: https://results.neco.gov.ng/signup
Fill in your name, email address and other required details.
Check your email inbox for the verification message.
Click the verification link to activate your account.
If you cannot find the email, check your spam or junk folder.
2. Log In to Your Account
After activating your account, sign in using your registered email address and password.
3. Purchase a Token
After logging in:
Click Purchase Token.
Select the number of tokens you want to buy.
The cost is ₦1,100 per token.
Click Pay Now.
Complete payment through the Remita platform using your ATM card, bank transfer or any available payment option.
Once payment is successful, your token will be generated and displayed in your account.
How to Use a NECO Token to Check Your Result
After purchasing your token:
Select your examination year.
Choose your examination type such as SSCE, BECE or NCEE.
Enter your token number.
Enter your NECO registration number.
Click Check Result.
Your result will be displayed immediately if all the details entered are correct.
Important Things to Know About NECO Tokens
Keep the following points in mind before purchasing or using a token:
A token can only be used to check one candidate's result.
Always enter the correct registration number and examination details.
Keep your token safe until you have successfully checked and printed your result.
Purchase tokens only through the official NECO platform to avoid fraud.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does NECO still use scratch cards?
A: No. NECO has replaced scratch cards with digital tokens for checking examination results.
Q: How much does a NECO token cost?
A: A NECO token costs ₦1,100.
Q: Can one token be used for more than one candidate?
A: No. Each token is valid for only one candidate's result.
Q: Which examinations require a NECO token?
A: NECO tokens are used to check SSCE, BECE and NCEE results online.
Q: Where can I buy a NECO token?
A: You can purchase a token through the official NECO token portal after creating and verifying an account.
Q: What information is required to check a NECO result?
A: You need your token number, registration number, examination year and examination type.
Q: What payment methods are available?
A: Payments can be made through Remita using an ATM card, bank transfer or other supported payment options.
Q: What should I do if I do not receive the verification email?
A: Check your spam or junk folder. If it is not there, request another verification email from the portal.
Q: Can I buy more than one token?
A: Yes. You can purchase multiple tokens if you need to check results for more than one candidate.
Q: What should I do if my result does not appear?
A: Confirm that you entered the correct registration number, examination year, examination type and token number before trying again.
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