JAMB Direct Entry Form 2026/2027 Registration Portal
JAMB Direct Entry Form 2026/2027 Registration is out and currently on sale. National Diploma (ND), Higher National Diploma (HND), NCE, or equivalent qualification holders can now apply for the 2026 JAMB Direct Entry.
| Exam Type | Direct Entry (DE) |
| DE Registration Fee | N5,700 Only |
| O’Level Requirements | A minimum of Credit Pass in Five (5) SSSC Subjects |
| DE Registration Start Date | Wednesday 12th, March 2025 |
| DE Registration Closing Date | Monday 17th, April 2025 |
| Recommended Novel | The Lekki Headmaster |
The JAMB Direct Entry is targeting the candidates with high-level qualifications, including A-level, OND, NCE, or its equivalents. It enables the candidates to skip the conventional UTME and obtain direct entry to the second or 200 level of courses they prefer.
You could be a diploma holder, NCE graduate or transferring into another university, but this page will enable you to get the most recent information that will guide you through JAMB 2026 direct entry registration process.
The sales of the 2026/2027 Direct Entry form (e-PIN) by Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) have already started and it can be bought in the following outlets:
- Banks
- POS agents
- Online payment platforms
- JAMB accredited CBT centres
Direct entry Registration Fee is Five Thousand Five Hundred Naira (N5,700). N500 only is required to get the suggested text “Lekki Headmaster” written by Khadija Abubakar and N700 service charge to be paid at your CBT centre.
JAMB had set the sales of e-PINs and registration form to start on Monday 10, March 2026. It is recommendable that candidates should finish their registration prior to the portal closing date.
Contents
Eligibility Criteria for Direct Entry Students
- JAMB Registration e-PIN
- O’Level/A’Level Result Printouts (WAEC, NECO, NABTEB)
- ND/NCE/HND Transcript
- Birth Certificate/Age Declaration
- Local Government Identification Certificate
Below are qualifications / certificates that will be accepted for Direct Entry Candidates:
| QUALIFICATION TYPE |
| University diploma |
| Ordinary National Diploma (OND) |
| Higher National Diploma (HND) |
| Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) |
| Interim Joint Matriculation Board A’ Level (IJMB) |
| Joint Universities Preliminary Examination Board A’ Level (JUPEB) |
| NABTEB Advanced National Business Certificate |
| NABTEB Advanced National Technical Certificate |
| NABTEB GCE-A’ Level (2015 – 2021) |
| Higher Islamic Studies Certificate by NBAIS |
| International Baccalaureate |
| National Registered Nurse / National Registered Midwife |
JAMB Direct Entry Form 2026/2027
Sep 1: Create Your JAMB Profile
You must have a JAMB profile before you commence with your registration. Here’s how:
- Go to JAMB e-Facility Portal.
- Click on the creation of e-Facility Account.
- Register your own information, such as a working email address and phone number.
- Confirm or verify your email so as to establish the account.
- Step 2: Obtain the JAMB DE E-PIN
- Firstly, in order to start your application, you must buy the JAMB DE E-PIN.
- The E-PIN fee is N4,700 that also comprises of registration and text reading charges. You can buy the E-PIN at:
- Certified JAMB registration centres.
- Examples of these banks include Zenith Bank, First Bank, and Access Bank.
- Internet payment systems like Remita.
- Step 3: Pay visit to a JAMB approved CBT Center.
- After getting your E-PIN, you can now visit any of the JAMB approved CBT (Computer
- Based Test) centres to finalize your registration. Here’s what to do:
- Insert your E-PIN and personal information.
- Add passport picture (make sure it meets the requirements of JAMB).
- Provide your academic qualifications (ND, HND or A-Level certificate).
- Give your O’Level performance (WAEC, NECO or NABTEB).
- Step 4: Biometric Authentication.
- Your biometric information (fingerprint) will be scanned in the CBT center.
- This is what must be done and makes your identity to be linked with your application.
- Step 5: Gather Your JAMB DIRECT Registration Slip.
- This will be followed by receiving a registration slip with a unique registration number.
- Keep this slip secured, you will have to refer to it later.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About JAMB DE
Can I Apply for JAMB DE Without O’Level Results?
No. O’Level results (WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB) are mandatory for JAMB DE registration. You must have a minimum of five credits, including Mathematics and English.
What Documents Are Required for JAMB DE Registration?
The following documents are required:
ND/NCE/HND/A-Level certificate.
O’Level result.
Birth certificate or age declaration.
JAMB registration slip.
Recent passport photograph.
Can I Use Awaiting Result for JAMB DE?
Yes, candidates with awaiting results can apply. However, they must upload their results on the JAMB portal once available.
How Much Does JAMB DE Registration Cost?
The total cost is approximately ₦4,700, which includes registration and the reading text fee.
Do I Need to Write an Exam for JAMB DE?
No, JAMB DE candidates are not required to write the UTME exam. However, some universities may conduct post-Direct Entry screening for admission.
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