NABTEB Sets Registration Guidelines, Deadlines for 2026 National Common Entrance, May/June Exams
The National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB) has announced that registration for the 2026 May/June In-School Certificate Examinations and the National Common Entrance Examination (NCEE) is currently ongoing across the country.
A press statement released by Uchechukwu Olisah, Assistant Director (Media/Public Relations Officer) quoted the Registrar/Chief Executive Officer, NABTEB, Dr. Mohammed Aminu Mohammed, as saying that registration for the 2026 May/June In-School Examinations will close on Sunday, 31st May, 2026, while registration for the National Common Entrance Examination (NCEE) will close on Sunday, 24th May, 2026.
Dr. Mohammed advised schools, parents, guardians, and prospective candidates to take advantage of the registration window and complete all necessary procedures before the stipulated deadlines to avoid last-minute challenges.
The NABTEB Chief Executive further stated that the registration process has been simplified through designated online portals to ensure a seamless and stress-free experience for candidates and schools.
He said.
“For the May/June (In-school) registration, schools are required to request slots through their respective State Offices, capture candidates using the NABTEB Biometric Software, and complete registration via the
“Similarly, candidates seeking registration for the National Common Entrance Examination (NCEE) are to request Personal Identification Numbers (PINs) through the State Offices, complete registration on the Common Entrance Portal, and finalize the process through commonentrance.nabteb.gov.ng”.
Continuing, he said that , “for the online NCEE registration, candidates may create accounts independently, log in, and complete registration online. Schools may also obtain login details through the State Office to facilitate bulk registration. Payments and registration completion are to be carried out through student.nabteb.gov.ng.”
Dr. Mohmmed maintained that the Board is committed to leveraging technology to improve service delivery and examination administration nationwide. urging candidates and school authorities to strictly comply with all registration guidelines and ensure accurate submission of candidates’ data.
He also advised members of the public to contact the nearest State Office or visit the Board’s official registration portals for further clarification and support.
