A NECO result checker PIN, also called a NECO token or scratch card, is the 12-digit code that unlocks your SSCE result on results.neco.gov.ng. On Cegital it costs ₦2,400. The NECO portal's own price is ₦2,250. This guide explains the price, how to use the PIN, and what to do if you run out of checks.
What is a NECO result checker PIN?
People use "result checker PIN", "token" and "scratch card" interchangeably for the same thing: a 12-digit code that gives you access to your NECO result. Today it is issued digitally, so you receive it online rather than scratching a card (NECO does not produce physical cards anymore).
PS: One PIN is tied to one candidate's result and works up to 5 times on it. After that, a second token will not work on the same result. Use NECO e-Verify instead. Read more about NECO Everification here.
How much is a NECO Token?
Prices vary by year and by seller/vendor, and different websites quote different amounts. Recent guides put the official portal fee somewhere around ₦2,300. Vendors add their own fee for delivery and support. Always read the final amount at checkout before you pay.
On Cegital, the NECO Token is currently listed at ₦2,400 per token, with discounts for bulk orders.
NECO result checker PIN price in 2026
On Cegital, a NECO token costs ₦2,400, with bulk discounts of 1% (10 tokens), 1.5% (20) and 2% (50). The NECO portal price is ₦2,261 as at November, 2026. Vendors set their own prices and may add a service fee, so read the total at checkout.
Where to buy a NECO Scratch Card/Token
Option | Good for | Watch out for | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
NECO portal (https://results.neco.gov.ng) | Buying straight from the source | Portal can be slow when results are newly released | ₦2,261.25 |
Online vendor like Cegital | Delivery to email and phone, support, transaction tracking, bulk discounts | Price is set by the vendor, so compare before paying | ₦2,400 |
Unknown WhatsApp or Telegram sellers | Nothing | High risk of fake or already-used PINs | Varies |
You can get tips on how to buy a NECO token safely here.
How to check your NECO result with your PIN or token
Go to https://results.neco.gov.ng.
Select the exam year.
Select the exam type, for example SSCE INTERNAL or SSCE EXTERNAL.
Enter your token and your NECO registration number e.g. 2310673982GH.
Click Check Result, then save or print the page.
NECO Result checker PIN vs e-Verify PIN
They are different products. The result checker PIN or NECO token is for candidates who want to see their own result for the first time (with a limit try of 5 times). The NECO e-Verify PIN is used by institutions such as schools, employers or universities to confirm a result, and it costs more. It is also used as an alternative for individual candidates when they exhaust or lose their original NECO tokens. It costs more than the NECO token. Read more on NECO e-verify PIN here.
Tips to avoid problems
Buy before you need it, because portals are busiest in the first hours after results are released.
Use the same registration number each time. A PIN is locked to the result it was first used on.
Keep a copy of your PIN. If you lose it on Cegital, use the transaction tracker.
FAQs
Is a NECO result checker PIN the same as a NECO token? Yes. PIN, token, e-PIN and scratch card all mean the code that lets you see your NECO result.
How much is a NECO result checker PIN? ₦2,400 on Cegital. Check the NECO portal for its current price.
How many times can I use it? Five times, on one candidate's result.
Can I use a new PIN if I lose or finish mine? No. Check the transaction tracker for a lost PIN you bought on Cegital. If you used all 5 checks, use NECO e-Verify.
Where do I use the PIN? At https://results.neco.gov.ng.
Need a TOKEN now? Buy a NECO token on Cegital and receive it by email and phone.
