The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) officially opened the JAMB Direct Entry 2026 registration window on March 2, 2026. While many candidates think this is just like the regular UTME registration, several unique rules could lead to your disqualification if ignored.
If you are an ND, HND, NCE, or IJMB/JUPEB holder seeking admission into the 200 Level, this guide covers everything you need to know before the April 25th deadline. This article provides you with a detailed guidelines on how you can procure and where to procure your JAMB Direct Entry 2026 Form.
1. The “JAMB Office Only” Rule
The most important thing to know is that JAMB Direct Entry registration cannot be done at private CBT centers. Unlike the UTME, JAMB has restricted DE registration to only JAMB State and Zonal Offices nationwide, this means registering for your JAMB Direct Entry 2026 registration in any place aside the JAMB State and Zonal Offices is invalid and this would deny you admission.
If a private center offers to register you for Direct Entry, they are likely doing it incorrectly or illegally. You must visit an official JAMB office for your biometric capture and document verification.
List Of JAMB State And Zonal Offices
• ABUJA (Bwari)
National HQ
Bwari, P.M.B. 189, Garki, Abuja. Tel: 08166335513
• LAGOS (Ikoyi)
National Annex
11 Ojora Road, Ikoyi, P.M.B. 12748. Tel: 0700-5262-954
• KADUNA
National Annex
79, Tafawa Balewa Way, P.M.B. 2200, Kaduna. Tel: 0700-5262-953
• KANO
Zonal Office
Rumfa College, B.U.K Road, Kano. Tel: 064-661686
• IBADAN
Zonal Office
Quarters 845, Opposite Ikoloba Grammar School, Agodi G.R.A.
• ENUGU
Zonal Office
No. 22, Hillview Avenue, Independence Layout, Enugu.
• BENIN CITY
Zonal Office
Plot 21B, Ikpokpan Road, G.R.A, P.M.B. 1169, Benin City.
• MAIDUGURI
Zonal Office
Opp. Government House Round-About, Shehu Laminu Way.
• MINNA
Zonal Office
Former Ministry of Info. Building, Old Secretariat, P.M.B. 185.
• PORT HARCOURT
Zonal Office
JAMB Zonal Office, Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
• ABIA
State Office
Near Ubakala Junction, Port Harcourt/Enugu Express Way, Umuahia.
• ADAMAWA
State Office
JAMB Zonal Office, Yola, Adamawa State. Tel: 08035895815
• BAYELSA
State Office
JAMB State Office, Yenegoa. Tel: 08079054965
• BENUE
State Office
Abu King Shuluwa Road, Near Makurdi Int’l Market, Makurdi.
• KWARA
State Office
Oyun Area II, Orin, Ilorin, Kwara State. Tel: 0700-5262-592
• YOBE
State Office
Bukar Abba Ibrahim Way, P.M.B. 1109, Damaturu.
2. Breakdown of Registration Costs
The total cost for the JAMB Direct Entry 2026 form is ₦5,700. Here is how that money is spent:
• JAMB Application Fee: ₦3,500
• Reading Text (The Life-Changer): ₦1,000
• CBT Centre Service Charge: ₦700
• Bank/Vendor Charges: ₦500
Ensure you get your e-PIN before heading to the JAMB office to save time. You can buy the e-PIN through major banks, NIPOST, or mobile money operators like OPay and Moniepoint.
3. Step-by-Step Registration Process
To ensure a smooth registration, follow these exact steps:
• Generate Profile Code: Send your NIN (National Identification Number) to 55019 or 66019 from your unique phone number. Format: NIN 12345678901.
Ensure that the phone number your sending the profile code from is strictly registered by. In case of loss or damage you can be able to get it back by doing a sim welcome back, because all future JAMB activities can only be done with the phone number.
• Purchase e-PIN: Take the 10-digit profile code you receive to the bank or a vendor and pay the ₦5,700 fee.
• Visit JAMB Office: Take your e-PIN, profile code, and original documents to the nearest JAMB State/Zonal office.
• Biometrics & Uploads: Your fingerprints will be captured, and your O’Level and A’Level results will be uploaded to the JAMB portal.
4. Documents You Must Bring Along
Do not go to the JAMB office without these documents, or you will be sent back:
• NIN Details: The same one used for your profile code.
• O’Level Result: WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB (Maximum of two sittings).
• A’Level Qualification: Your original certificate or statement of result (ND, HND, NCE, IJMB, JUPEB, or University Diploma).
• Previous Matriculation Number: The registration number from your former school.
• JAMB Admission Letter: From your previous institution (for those who have it).
5. The Verification Warning
JAMB has emphasized that all A-Level qualifications must be verified. Your awarding institution must forward your verification to JAMB. If your institution fails to do this, your admission will not be processed, even if you successfully register. It is your responsibility to follow up with your former school’s registrar.
Final Deadline Warning
The sale of e-PINs and the registration window will close on Saturday, April 25, 2026. There is no guarantee of an extension, and late registration is not allowed.
Conclusion
The guidelines in this article are very vital in registering for JAMB Direct Entry 2026, make the guidelines provided in the article for a seamless, effortless and successful registration.
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FAQ
Has JAMB direct entry started?
The JAMB Direct Entry 2026 registration commenced on the 2nd of March 2026 and is expected to close on 25th April, 2026.
Does JAMB give direct entry admission?
If you applied for JAMB Direct Entry 2026, and you meet all conditions for admission, you’re expected to gain admission.