JAMB Direct Entry 2026: Registration Deadline Extended to May 8 (Official)

Last updated: May 1, 2026. Information verified against official Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) 2026 updates.

JAMB Extends 2026 Direct Entry Registration Deadline

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially extended the deadline for the 2026 Direct Entry (DE) registration exercise. The previous deadline in April has now been extended to May 8, 2026.

This extension ensures that qualified candidates are not excluded due to registration delays or system congestion.

Eligible candidates include holders of:

• ND (National Diploma)
• HND (Higher National Diploma)
• NCE (Nigeria Certificate in Education)
• A-Level qualifications (IJMB, JUPEB, Cambridge, etc.)

This applies to the 2026/2027 academic session.

New Timeline for JAMB 2026 Direct Entry

• E-PIN Sales & Registration Start Date: January 26, 2026
• Original Closing Date: April 25, 2026
• Extended Deadline: May 8, 2026

JAMB has stated that this new deadline replaces all previous ones. Candidates are advised to complete registration at least 48 hours before the deadline.

Newly Approved Registration Centres

Lagos State

• Human Development Initiatives (Grace House), No. 2 Iwaya Road, Sabo (Opposite Onike Girls Junior High School), Onike

Ogun State

• Bells University of Technology, Km 8, Idiroko Road, Ota
• Olabisi Onabanjo University, Centre 1, Ago-Iwoye

Kwara State

• Centre for Open and Distance Learning (CODL), Mini Campus, University of Ilorin

Oyo State

• Prof. Usman E-Learning Centre, Federal College of Education (Special), Oyo

These complement existing JAMB Professional Registration Centres (PRCs) nationwide.

Cost of JAMB 2026 Direct Entry Registration

• Application Fee: ₦3,500
• Reading Text ("The Lekki Headmaster"): ₦1,000
• CBT Centre Service Charge: ₦700
• Bank/Vendor Charges: ₦500
• Total: ₦5,700

Candidates must purchase a Direct Entry e-PIN (UTME e-PINs are not valid).

JAMB 2026 Direct Entry Requirements

• Valid NIN (National Identification Number)
• JAMB Profile Code (send NIN to 55019 or 66019)
• O'Level Results (minimum 5 credits)
• A-Level qualification (ND, HND, NCE, IJMB, JUPEB, etc.)
• Matriculation/Registration number (if applicable)

Step-by-Step Registration Process

Step 1: Generate Profile Code

Send NIN (11-digit number) to 55019 or 66019.

Step 2: Purchase e-PIN

Use profile code to buy Direct Entry e-PIN at banks, NIPOST, or approved vendors.

Step 3: Visit CBT Centre

Proceed to any accredited JAMB centre for biometric capture and registration.

Step 4: Upload Credentials

Upload A-Level or diploma results to JAMB CAPS.

Step 5: Verification (IJMB/JUPEB)

Ensure your institution sends verification directly to JAMB.

Important Reminders

• Minimum Age: 16 years by September 30, 2026
• Compulsory Text: The Lekki Headmaster by Kabir Alabi Garba
• Full disclosure of previous admissions is required
• CAPS upload is mandatory

Key Advice for Candidates

• Register early before deadline rush
• Use only approved JAMB centres
• Ensure NIN, profile code, and O'Level details match
• Avoid last-minute registration delays

Final Note

The 2026 JAMB Direct Entry extension is a final opportunity for eligible candidates to secure admission into 200-level programmes.