Command Secondary Schools Common Entrance Exam Results

The Command Secondary Schools Common Entrance Examination is conducted annually by the Directorate of Command Schools Services (DCSS) for admission into Junior Secondary School 1 (JSS1) across all Command Secondary Schools nationwide.

1. Result Release

• The results of the Command Secondary Schools Common Entrance Exam are officially released after the exam is conducted.

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• For the 2025/2026 academic session, the results from the exam held on Saturday, 21 June 2025 have been released.

• Results are usually published together with the list of candidates shortlisted for the Final Selection Interview, which is the next stage of the admission process.

2. How Results Are Announced

After the Common Entrance Exam, DCSS announces:

• List of successful candidates invited for interviews.

• Interview schedule and requirements.

• Instructions on documents to bring for interview (e.g., exam photo card, birth certificate, primary school testimonial).

3. Where to Check the Results

Candidates and parents can check the results in the following ways:

• Official DCSS Website: Visit the Directorate of Command Schools Services (DCSS) portal at www.dcss.sch.ng and look for the successful candidates list or result section.

• Schools of Choice: Results are also made available at the individual schools where candidates selected and at the Divisional Education Services offices of the Nigerian Army.

• List of Shortlisted Candidates: The DCSS site typically provides downloadable PDF lists of candidates who passed the exam and are invited for interviews.

4. What Happens After the Results

• Candidates who passed the entrance exam will be invited for the Final Selection Interview at designated interview centres.

• Successful candidates in the interview can proceed to collect admission letters and complete further registration requirements.

5. Interview and Admission Requirements

During the interview stage, candidates — whether military personnel’s children or civilians — must present:

• Exam photo card

• Birth certificate or sworn declaration of age

• Primary school testimonial

• Other specified documents (e.g., military ID for children of service members)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. When are Command Secondary Schools’ Common Entrance Exam results released?
The results are released after the exam is written, typically within a few weeks, and they include lists of candidates selected for interviews. For the 2025/2026 session, the results were released following the June 21, 2025, exam.

2. How can I check my Command Secondary Schools result?
You can check the result by visiting the official DCSS website (www.dcss.sch.ng) or by checking at the Division of Education Services office or the school you chose.

3. What should I do after seeing my name on the result list?
If you’re shortlisted, attend your Final Selection Interview at the designated venue with all required documents.

4. What documents are required for the interview?
Documents typically include your exam photo card, birth certificate, primary school testimonial, and for military children, additional identification papers.

5. Is the result published online?
Yes — the DCSS publishes the list of successful candidates on its official website. You can download or view the results online.