Jamb Direct Entry Registration Procedure

The JAMB Direct Entry (DE) is for candidates who already have qualifications such as OND, HND, NCE, IJMB, JUPEB, or a university degree and want admission into 200 level in a Nigerian university, polytechnic, or college of education.

With JAMB Direct Entry, candidates can skip 100 level and apply directly for admission into 200 level. However, this do not offer a shortcut around JAMB. You still have to register through JAMB, meet the school requirements, and take part in the institution’s screening exercise. The main difference is that Direct Entry candidates do not write the UTME examination. Everything else still applies.

Also note that Direct Entry registration is done at a JAMB office, not a CBT centre. Therefore, You should make sure to visit the correct registration centre.

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Important Things to Know Before Applying for JAMB Direct Entry

Before you begin your registration, these are some important things you should know.

• The JAMB Direct Entry form is different from the UTME form used for 100-level admission.
• You can only register for Direct Entry at approved JAMB offices.
• You cannot apply for both UTME and Direct Entry in the same year.
• The registration is completed online through the JAMB portal.
• JAMB accepts only approved qualifications for Direct Entry admission.
• Statement of result is accepted only within three years from the date it was issued.
• Upgrade from UTME to DE is available only to candidates whose DE results have not been released at the point of UTME registration. And those who indicated at the point of registration that he/she is awaiting A-level results.
• The DE fee is tagged at ₦5,700. Other payments include N700 for the CBT Centre registration service charge.
• Every applicant must have a valid National Identification Number (NIN).
• In addition, candidates must upload their credentials after registration for proper verificati

Direct Entry (DE) Registration Requirements

To apply for JAMB Direct Entry, you need the following:

• A valid phone number
• National Identification Number (NIN)
• JAMB profile code
• Direct Entry e-PIN
• Birth certificate or age declaration
• Local Government Identification letter
• Recent passport photograph

You must also have at least one approved qualification such as:

• OND (Ordinary National Diploma), Upper or Lower Credit
• HND (Higher National Diploma)
• NCE (Nigeria Certificate in Education), Merit or Distinction
• First Degree from a recognised Nigerian or foreign university
• A-Level Certificate from IJMB, JUPEB, NABTEB-ANBC, NABTEB-ANTC, NABTEB-GCE A-Level
• International Baccalaureate (foreign certificates only)

More so

• A minimum of 5 SSSC (O’level) credit passes at not more than two sittings, at least two of which must be 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.

Step-by-Step JAMB Direct Entry Registration Procedure

Step 1: Create your JAMB Profile Code

First, send your NIN to JAMB using the phone number linked to your NIN.

This is how:

On your phone number, Type “NIN“, then a space, then your 11-digit National Identification Number (NIN) Example: NIN 12345678901.

Confirm; you did it the right way. then send to 55019.

After that, JAMB will send your profile code to your phone number.

If you have registered with JAMB before, simply send RESEND to the same number and JAMB will send your profile code.

Step 2: Buy Your Direct Entry e-PIN

The Direct Entry e-PIN is different from the UTME e-PIN. You can buy the Direct Entry e-PIN from

• An approved bank,
• NIPOST office,
• A licensed mobile money agent or
• Approved JAMB vendors.

While buying the PIN, make sure you clearly ask for a Direct Entry e-PIN and not a UTME e-PIN.

Step 3: Visit an Official JAMB Office

After getting your profile code and e-PIN, visit an approved JAMB office with the following:

• Your profile code
• Direct Entry e-PIN
• Academic credentials
• Passport photograph

At the office, officials will capture your biometrics, verify your documents, and complete your registration.

Step 4: Collect your registration slip

After registration, you will receive a slip with your registration number.

Keep this slip safe because you will need it during admission processing.

Step 5: Upload your credentials

After registration, your credentials must be uploaded to the JAMB CAPS.

Take note: You cannot do this from home.

Usually, this upload is done at an accredited CBT centre. In the same way, candidates using IJMB, JUPEB, or similar qualifications should contact their institution to send verification directly to JAMB.

If the verification is not completed before the portal closes, your admission process may be affected.

How to Pay for JAMB Direct Entry Registration

There are different ways to pay for your registration.

Bank Payment

You can pay at approved banks using your generated e-PIN.

Online Payment

You can also pay online through the JAMB portal using your ATM card or USSD code.

POS Payment

In addition, payment can be made through POS terminals at the approved JAMB offices or CBT centres.

How to Retrieve a Lost JAMB Profile Code or e-PIN

If you lose your profile code, send:

Send RESEND to 55019 or 66019 as a text message from the same cell phone number you registered with.

JAMB will resend your profile code to your phone.

To retrieve a lost e-PIN, send:

• UTMEPIN for UTME
• DEPIN for Direct Entry

to 55019 or 66019 respectively

After that, JAMB will resend your e-PIN to your phone number.

Conclusion

JAMB Direct Entry is a good option if you already have higher qualifications and want to gain admission to further your study in a Nigeria based tertiary institution . Although you don’t have to write UTME, You must still complete the full JAMB registration and screening process.

Prepare all required documents early, register only at approved JAMB offices, and upload your credentials on time.

Most importantly, make sure every detail provided during registration is correct to avoid problems during admission.