How to Combine NECO and WAEC Results for Admission 2025/2026: A Clear Guide for Nigerian Students

1. What Does It Mean to Combine NECO and WAEC Results?

When you combine NECO and WAEC results, you use credit passes from both exams to meet the minimum subject requirements for university admission. Typically, you can present results from no more than two sittings—for example:

WAEC 2023 + NECO 2024
WAEC GCE + NECO SSCE

This allows you to make up for missing credits in one exam using the other.

2. Why Combine O’Level Results? Benefits and Reasons

a. Fix Failed Subjects

If you failed English in WAEC but passed it in NECO, combining makes sense.

b. Complete Required Subjects

Courses like Law or Medicine need at least five credits. Combination helps meet that requirement.

c. Save Time and Money

You don’t need to redo all exams—just rewrite the failed ones in another sitting.

d. More Flexibility

You may qualify for admission into many universities that accept combined results.

3. Which Universities Accept Combined WAEC + NECO Results?

Many Nigerian universities accept the combination of WAEC and NECO results. Here’s a useful list:

Federal Universities: UNN, UNILAG, UI, ABU Zaria, FUTA, FUNAAB, etc.
State Universities: LASU, UNIOSUN, DELSU, RSU, EKSU, etc.
Private Universities: Covenant, Babcock, Lead City, Adeleke, Crescent—some accept, some don’t. Check school policy for professional courses.

Important Note: Some competitive programs (Medicine, Law, Pharmacy) may reject combined results. Always confirm via JAMB brochure or university portal.

4. Step-by-Step: How to Combine and Apply with WAEC and NECO

a. Review Your WAEC and NECO Grades

List the subjects you passed in each exam and note the grades.

b. Match to Course Requirements

Look at the JAMB brochure or university site for required subjects—for example, five credits including English, Math, Biology, Chemistry, Physics for science courses.

c. Choose Best Grades

If English is better in NECO than WAEC, use the NECO grade.

d. Select “Two Sittings” in JAMB

During JAMB registration, pick “Two-Sittings” and enter your WAEC and NECO details.

e. Upload Results to JAMB CAPS and University

Bring original printouts during post-UTME/screening. Upload both to JAMB CAPS via CBT center.

f. Confirm with Admissions Office

Follow up to ensure your combined results were accepted and not rejected.

5. Uploading WAEC and NECO Results to JAMB CAPS for Admission

Why Upload?

JAMB uses CAPS to match O’Level results with university admission requirements. Without upload, you cannot receive admission.

Go to a JAMB-accredited CBT center (not random cyber café).
Present your JAMB number and O’Level printouts.
Operator uploads the WAEC and NECO results into CAPS.
Confirm your grades appear under “My O’Level” in CAPS.

Cost & Timing:

It costs ₦500–₦1,000 depending on center. Upload early to improve admission chances.

6. Pros and Cons of Combining NECO and WAEC Results

Pros	Cons
Fills gaps in failed subjects	Some programs don’t allow combined results
Saves time compared to rewriting all subjects	Risk of mismatched personal details
Flexible and widely accepted	Requires two documents and careful upload
Gives second chance after poor performance	Must verify university’s policy to avoid rejection

7. Examples of Combining Results for Admission

Example 1: Science Student

WAEC: English (C5), Math (F9), Chemistry (C6), Biology (F9), Physics (C6)
NECO: Math (B3), Biology (C5), Civic (B2)
This meets the five-credit requirement when combined.

Example 2: Law Aspirant

WAEC: D7 in Literature, C4 in English
NECO: C6 in Lit, C5 in Government
Combined results meet requirements if school accepts two sittings.

Example 3: Arts Student

WAEC: Passes in Economics, Commerce
NECO: Adds credits in Math, English, Civic Education
You can then fill the rest with post-UTME screening and admission.

8. Comparing Single-Sitting vs. Two-Sitting Admission Approaches

Factor	Single Sitting	Two Sittings (Combined)
Simplicity	Yes	Needs more careful documentation
Speed	Fast if you pass all	Slower because two results
Risk	Higher if you fail multiple subjects	Lower—only retake missing ones
Admission eligibility	Preferred for professional courses	More flexible, but verify policies

9. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I combine WAEC and NECO for admission?
Yes, for most Nigerian universities.
How many sittings are allowed when combining?
A maximum of two sittings.
Can I combine recurring WAEC results?
Yes. WAEC + WAEC or WAEC + NECO are accepted combos.
Is single-sitting required for medicine or law?
Often, yes—check university policy.
What details must match on both results?
Name spelling, date of birth, etc.
Can I upload results online at home?
No, only via JAMB-accredited CBT center.
How much does upload cost?
Around ₦500–₦1,000.
What if results don’t show in CAPS?
Return to the center, request re-upload.
Can combined results be used for studying abroad?
Sometimes, if universities accept them; check individually.
Is combining results better than rewriting all subjects?
Most times, yes—it’s cheaper and faster.
Do all universities accept combined results?
No. Always confirm.

10. Final Tips and Conclusion

Combining WAEC and NECO results for the 2025/2026 admission season can give you a second chance at success—especially if you missed a subject in one exam. Just follow these steps:

Check that both results have the required subjects.
Input two sittings during JAMB registration.
Upload both results early to CAPS.
Confirm with your school about its policy.
Save receipts and screenshots from the upload process.

By doing this carefully, you can protect your chance at admission—even into competitive programs.

Good luck! If you need help picking subjects, checking your eligibility.