The understanding of JAMB, WAEC, NECO grading point system is very important and critical to your gaining of admission into your preferred tertiary institution of choice.
However, it has come to our notice that some JAMB UTME candidates are still quite confused about what this grading point system is all about. The mystery has now been unravelled below.
WHAT IS GRADING POINT SYSTEM?
There should be no ambiguity on these so called “Grading Point System”.
The grading point system was newly introduced by the JAMB Board. In these new system candidates seeking admission into any tertiary institution would be awarded points according to their JAMB and performance in WASSCE and or NECO.
These accumulation of these points gives you a clear idea as to whether you will gain admission or not.
How To Calculate JAMB, WAEC, NECO Grading Point For Admission
Now, below here you will see how to calculate your score for JAMB as well as your scores in WAEC or NECO. And also if you are combining results from two sittings, here is an opportunity to know your fate.
As stated in the new grading system, candidates that had single sitting of WASSCE or NECO SSCE would be awarded 10 points, while those that had their results at more than one sitting would score only 3 points.
JAMB Score Grade Points- Official JAMB Grading System
The points that would accrue to candidates, according to the official grading system are as follows:-
- 180 – 185 -20 Points
- 186 – 190 -21 Points
- 191 -195 -22 Points
- 196 – 200 – 23 Points
- 201 – 205 -24 Points
- 206 – 210 -25 Points
- 211 -215 -26 Points
- 216 -220 -27 Points
- 221 -225 -28 Points
- 226 -23 -29 Points
- 231 -23 -30 Points
- 236 – 240 -31 Points
- 241 -32 Points
- 246 -25 -33 Points
- 251 -300 – (34- 43points)
- 300 -40 – (44 60 Points)
WAEC/NECO GRADE POINTS
As stated in the new grading system, candidates that had single sitting of WASSCE or NECO SSCE would be awarded 10 points, while those that had their results at more than one sitting would score only 3 points.
- Single Sitting gives 10 Points
- Combined Results gives 3 Points
A1 is 6 Points
B2 and B3 are 4 Points
C4 and C6 are 3 Points
THIS IS HOW TO CALCULATE JAMB GRADING POINT FOR ADMISSION
For example, assuming you Scored 230 In UTME, you will be awarded JAMB point of 30 Points and if you present just one WAEC Result, you another 10 Points -This means that you cleared all your WAEC results in one Sitting otherwise, if you use combined results you will be allocated a grade of 2.
WAEC GRADE POINT ANALYSIS
You also get good points if you have excellent grades in your WAEC result. This JAMB score analysis also applies to a candidate using NECO, So you can calculate for NECO grading system 2023/2024.
For example if you have TWO As, you will additional points of
2 A: 2 X 6 = 12 Points-This increases your chances of getting admission into your university of choice.
6points
2 B: 2 X 4 = 8points
2 C: 2 X 3 = 6points
If you sum everything together, you have:
Total Points = 34+10+12+8+6=70 Points
Please Note: You must however try to find out or know the CUT-OFF MARKS of the school of your choice. The cut off marks will put together to determine your admission.
West African Senior School Certificate (WASSCE)
West African School Certificate replaced the West African General Certificate of Education Ordinary and Advanced levels (GCE ‘O’ and ‘A’ levels) in 1989.
| Grade | Scale | Scale 2 | Grade Description | US Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A1 | 1.00 – 1.99 | 75.00 – 100.00 | Excellent | A+ |
| B2 | 2.00 – 2.99 | 70.00 – 74.00 | Very Good | A |
| B3 | 3.00 – 3.99 | 65.00 – 69.00 | Good | B |
| C4 | 4.00 – 4.99 | 60.00 – 64.00 | Credit | B |
| C5 | 5.00 – 5.99 | 55.00 – 59.00 | Credit | C |
| C6 | 6.00 – 6.99 | 50.00 – 54.00 | Credit | C |
| D7 | 7.00 – 7.99 | 45.00 – 49.00 | Pass | D |
| E8 | 8.00 – 8.99 | 40.00 – 44.00 | Pass | D |
| F9 | 9.00 | 0.00 – 39.00 | Fail | F |
General Certificate of Education (GCE)
| Grade | US Grade |
|---|---|
| A | A |
| B | B |
| C | B |
| D | C |
| E | C |
National Examinations Council (NECO) Senior School Certificate
| Grade | Grade Description | US Grade |
|---|---|---|
| A1 | Excellent | A+ |
| B2 | Very Good | A |
| B3 | Good | B |
| C4 | Credit | B |
| C5 | Credit | C |
| C6 | Credit | C |
| D7 | Pass | D |
| D/E8 | Pass | D |
| F9 | Fail | F |
National Examinations Council (NECO) Junior Secondary Certificate
| Grade | Grade Description | US Grade |
|---|---|---|
| A | Distinction | A |
| C | Credit | B |
| P | Pass | C |
| F | Fail | F |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the NECO grading scale?
Under the new WAEC AND NECO Grading system, A1 is. Excellent, B2 is Identified as Very Good, B3 Is Identified. as “Good “, C4, C5 and C6 are interpreted as Credit. D7 and E8 are interpreted as Pass(still failure).
What is the grading system for WAEC and NECO?
General Grade System of WAEC and NECO for Nigerian students:
The grading system of WAEC and NECO is quite straightforward. A1 is Excellent, B2 is Very Good, B3 is good while C4, C5, and C6 are Credit. The later grades are interpreted as failures in the examinations.
If you need more clarification about JAMB, WAEC, NECO grading point analyses for UTME candidates, kindly indicate it here via comment box below.
Can I get admitted into the university with 228 for law
University of Ibadan
Yes ofcourse… You can… Please you confirm this enquiries from UI law department to be certain…
Will point be used for postutme as well?If yes; Will it be added to the point of jamb and neco?
Pls what’s d grade point for mark D? Or it doesn’t count?