The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has provided a significant relief for thousands of prospective Direct Entry candidates across the country by extending the sale of Direct Entry (DE) e-PINs and registration period for the 2026 admission exercise.
This latest development comes as welcome news to many candidates who were unable to complete their registration earlier due to delays in obtaining academic credentials, verification challenges, financial constraints, or other unforeseen circumstances. With this extension, JAMB has once again demonstrated its commitment to ensuring that qualified candidates are not denied the opportunity to pursue their academic aspirations.
According to the update, Direct Entry registration and e-PIN sales will now continue until June 30, 2026, providing additional time for interested applicants to complete all necessary registration procedures. Candidates are strongly advised to take advantage of this opportunity and avoid waiting until the final days of the exercise before taking action.
The Direct Entry programme remains a vital admission pathway for holders of qualifications such as National Diploma (ND), Higher National Diploma (HND), Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE), IJMB, JUPEB, and other approved A'Level certificates seeking admission directly into Nigerian universities without sitting for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).
Prospective applicants should ensure that all required credentials are available, properly documented, and uploaded where necessary. Candidates are also encouraged to verify their details carefully during registration to avoid errors that could affect their admission process in the future.
Education stakeholders have described the extension as a positive step that will allow more eligible candidates to participate in the 2026 admission exercise. It also provides enough room for applicants who may have encountered difficulties during the initial registration period to finalize their applications successfully.
Candidates are reminded that while the registration window has been extended, procrastination should be avoided. Early registration remains the best option to prevent last-minute technical issues, overcrowding at registration centres, and unnecessary stress.
All Direct Entry aspirants are therefore encouraged to seize this opportunity, complete their registration before the deadline, and position themselves for a smooth admission process into their institution of choice.
📌 Direct Entry e-PIN Sales and Registration Deadline: June 30, 2026
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