JAMB Extends 2026 Direct Entry Registration Deadline

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced an extension of the registration deadline for the 2026 Direct Entry admission process. The new deadline is set to provide candidates with additional time to complete their registration and submit the necessary documents required for admission applications.

This extension is expected to help candidates avoid missing opportunities for the 2026 admission exercise. JAMB previously adjusted the registration period, moving the close date to May 8, and has approved accredited registration centers across the country to reduce pressure on existing centers.

Candidates are advised to complete their registration early to prevent issues related to network problems, overcrowding at centers, and incomplete documentation. JAMB is also preparing for the 2026 admission exercise, with a meeting scheduled for May 11, 2026, to discuss admission procedures and guidelines for tertiary institutions across Nigeria.