Gain University Admission in Nigeria Without JAMB

The article discusses five methods for Nigerian students to secure university admission without the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examination. It highlights that approximately 1.5 million students sit for JAMB annually, but only a fraction gain admission.

The National Universities Commission (NUC) recognizes several legal alternatives that allow students to start their degree programs immediately, even bypassing the 100 level if they possess five O-level credits. The Interim Joint Matriculation Board (IJMB) is noted as a popular option, requiring nine months of study in three subjects related to the intended course, allowing direct entry into the 200 level for the 2026/2027 academic session.

The article also mentions the Joint Universities Preliminary Examinations Board (JUPEB) as a fast track to admission in prestigious universities like UNILAG, OAU, and UNN, with a duration of approximately 9-10 months and costs ranging from 350,000 to 550,000 Naira. Additionally, it states that private universities require JAMB but have lower cut-off marks and offer alternative exams, while the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) provides a flexible admission option.