How To Apply for JAMB Direct Entry Form 2025/2026

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially opened the registration for the 2025 Direct Entry (DE) program. The deadline for registration has not yet been officially announced. Individuals with degrees, diplomas, A-level certificates, and other advanced qualifications who wish to gain admission into Nigerian universities are encouraged to apply.

Who is Eligible for JAMB Direct Entry?

Please be aware that only 10 qualifications or certificates will be accepted for the registration process. These include:

• A minimum of O’level credit pass in five (5) SSSC subjects at not more than two sittings with at least two prescribed subjects for each programme (course of study) at the Principal or Advanced level.
• Two passes [in prescribed subjects for each (programme) course of study] at the A’Level Examination awarded by IJMB, Cambridge, JUPEB or Institute of Baccalaureate with three other credit passes in the SSCE.
• Credit passes in two major subjects in the NCE with three other credit passes in SSSC, NTC/NBC (mainly for Education /Technical programmes)
• Minimum of credit grade in University/National Diploma or National Innovation Diploma with the appropriate O’level requirements. All submitted Advanced Level Qualifications are to be verified by a special committee, and any fake result shall attract prosecution.

Accepted Qualifications for Registration

Note that only 10 qualifications/certificates will be accepted for the registration process. These include:

1. University Degree
2. University Diploma/NFLD/NALD
3. ND/NID
4. HND
5. NCE
6. A-Level Certificate from IJMB, JUPEB, NABTEB-ANBC, NABTEB-ANTC, NABTEB-GCE A-Level (2015-2021)
7. Foreign First Degree
8. Cambridge A-Level
9. International GCE A-Level
10. International Baccalaureate (foreign certificates only)

Related: How to Gain Direct Entry Admission Into University 

JAMB Direct Entry fee

The JAMB Direct Entry fee for the 2025/2026 session is ₦3,500 (Three thousand five hundred naira only). This is the same amount as the JAMB UTME fee.

You will also need to pay an additional:

• ₦500 (Five hundred naira only) for the JAMB brochure and syllabus.
• ₦700 (Seven hundred naira only) as the service charge at the accredited CBT centre where you will register.

Therefore, the total amount you will pay for the JAMB Direct Entry registration is ₦4,700 (Four thousand seven hundred naira only).

You can pay this amount using any of the following methods:

1. Online payment using your ATM card or USSD code on the JAMB portal.
2. Bank payment using the e-PIN generated on the JAMB portal.
3. POS payment at any accredited CBT centre or JAMB office.

Registration Requirements:

1. Unique Mobile Phone Number: Required for registration; only usable by one candidate.
2. National Identification Number (NIN) Submission: Text “NIN” followed by 11-digit NIN to 55019 or 66019.
3. Profile Code: 10-character code received on the same phone number.
4. Phone Number Linking: Used for all communication related to 2025 and future applications.
5. Profile Code and e-PIN: Present these at any JAMB accredited CBT Centre for registration.
6. Biometric and Photograph Capture: Mandatory for completing the application.
7. Self-Service Option: Available for computer-literate candidates at JAMB offices/PRCs.

How to Register for JAMB Direct Entry 2025/2026

To register for JAMB Direct Entry 2025/2026, follow these steps:

1. Obtain Your National Identification Number (NIN)
   • Visit any NIMC enrolment centre near you.
   • This is mandatory for all JAMB Direct Entry or UTME candidates.
2. Create Your JAMB Profile for DE Registration
   • Send your NIN via SMS to 55019.
   • You will receive a confirmation code to access the JAMB portal.
3. Get Your JAMB e-PIN
   • Visit any accredited bank, CBT centre, or embassy (for candidates abroad).
   • Provide your confirmation code and pay the required fee to receive your e-PIN.
4. Complete Registration at an Accredited CBT Centre
   • Provide your e-PIN, personal details, academic qualifications, and institution/course choices.
   • Undergo biometric verification.
   • Upload your passport photograph, O’level results, and other required documents.
5. Print Your Registration Slips
   • Obtain your JAMB Direct Entry registration slip and acknowledgement slip.
   • Keep them safe for future reference and verification.