NCEE Past Questions & Answers — Free Download for 2025 Preparation
Why NCEE Past Questions Matter
If there’s one tool every parent should use when helping a child prepare for the National Common Entrance Examination (NCEE), it’s past questions.
Past papers show exactly what NECO expects:
The question types likely to appear.
The difficulty level of each section.
How marks are distributed across topics.
Working through real exam questions builds familiarity, confidence, and speed — three key ingredients for NCEE success.
🏆 Exam Coach Tip: Students who practise with 2–3 years of past papers score, on average, 15–20 marks higher in mock tests.
Free NCEE Past Questions and Answers for 2025
Below you can access a range of free NCEE-style practice papers and official past questions.
1️⃣ NCEE Maths Past Questions
Covers Arithmetic, Geometry, Word Problems and Quantitative Reasoning.
Sample Question: Find the average of 12, 18 and 24.
2️⃣ NCEE English Past Questions
Focus areas: Comprehension, Vocabulary, Grammar and Verbal Reasoning.
Sample Question: Choose the correct verb: “She ____ to school every day.” (a) go (b) goes (c) gone
3️⃣ NCEE Basic Science and Technology
Real-world questions testing observation and reasoning skills.
Sample Question: Which material is a good conductor of heat? (a) Wood (b) Metal (c) Plastic
How to Use NCEE Past Questions Effectively
Set a Timer: Each paper should be completed in exam conditions.
Mark Carefully: Use the answer key to check and understand mistakes.
Record Scores: Track progress over time to see steady improvement.
Review Weak Areas: Revisit topics where marks are consistently lost.
Mix Old and New Papers: Exam formats may change slightly each year — a variety of papers keeps students adaptable.
🧩 Combine past question practice with our Online NCEE Mock Tests to replicate the real exam experience.
Subject Breakdown and Question Types
Mathematics
Time allowed: 60 minutes
Approximate number of questions: 60
Main skills tested: Numeracy, Problem Solving
English Language
Time allowed: 60 minutes
Approximate number of questions: 60
Main skills tested: Reading, Grammar, Reasoning
Basic Science and Social Studies
Time allowed: 45 minutes
Approximate number of questions: 40
Main skills tested: Observation, Analysis
Understanding the structure of each paper helps you allocate time wisely during practice sessions.
Next Steps After Practising
Once your child has worked through 2–3 full past papers:
Analyse results to find areas for improvement.
Schedule a mock exam session to test timing and confidence.
Begin targeted revision using our free resources:
NCEE Revision Timetable 2025
How to Pass the NCEE Guide
Final Advice from The Exam Coach
Past questions are not just practice — they’re insight into how the exam thinks. Use them to build exam strategy, time awareness, and topic mastery.
With consistent practice and structured feedback, your child can enter the NCEE with complete confidence.
