2017 JAMB Direct Entry Requirements and Procedure
JAMB Direct Entry is for those who already possess a diploma certificate and wish to further their education with a degree programme in any Nigerian University.
Students who gain admission into Nigerian universities via the JAMB direct entry are going to start from 200 level.

Candidates with one of the following qualifications may be considered for admission by Direct Entry:

  • A minimum of five (5) GCE/WASCE credits at not more than two sings with at least two Principal or Advanced level G.C.E. and the others.
  • Two passes at the IJMB Advanced Level Examination, Cambridge moderated Schools of Basic Studies Terminal Examination, JUPEB or Institute of Baccalaureate from recognized institutions with SSCE/GCE, NTS/NBC credits equivalent in three other subjects (SUBJECT TO UNIVERSITY REQUIREMENTS).
  • Passes in two major subjects in the NCE with S.S.C.E., NTC/NBC credits or equivalents in THREE other subjects (mainly for Education Courses) and ND. Education may be accepted as a third A’ Level subject for those taking courses in Education.
  • Minimum of lower credit grade in National Diploma or National Innovation Diploma including the O’Level requirements.
  • Candidates are to note that they will be required to provide their JAMB registration number which they used in gaining admission to NCE, Diploma etc. for Direct Entry admission.

Registration Fee

Registration fee for the 2017 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination or Direct Entry is Five Thousand Naira (₦5,000) only. Direct entry candidates are also, as usual, to pay Five Hundred Naira (₦500) only to obtain the reading text- ”The Last Days at Forcados High School.”
Candidates should note that e-PINS being purchased are tied to individual profile and are not transferable.
Candidates are advised to keep as confidential their security details such as registration numbers, password/numbers of ATM Cards, e-mail addresses and E-Pins.

Registration Procedure

Candidate are to personally create a JAMB profile on the 2017 JAMB portal. This can be easily done through the JAMB Mobile App available on Android, Windows and iOS platforms OR via the official JAMB portal: www.jamb.org.ng.