Complete Guide to Direct Entry (DE) Registration & UTME Conversion
Requirements, e-PIN purchase, A'Level verification, and step-by-step procedure for Direct Entry candidates and converting UTME to DE.
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Fact-checked for 2026/2027 Admission Session
Understanding JAMB Direct Entry (DE)
JAMB Direct Entry allows holders of Advanced Level qualifications (ND, HND, NCE, IJMB, JUPEB, Cambridge A-Levels, or First Degree) to gain admission directly into 200 Level in Nigerian universities.
Qualifications Accepted for Direct Entry
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- National Diploma (ND) — Minimum of Lower Credit or Upper Credit (depending on university).
- Higher National Diploma (HND) — Relevant discipline.
- Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) — Credit passes in teaching subjects.
- IJMB / JUPEB — Minimum points specified by target department (usually 6 to 12 points).
- University Degree (B.Sc / B.A) — Minimum of Second Class Lower for relevant courses.
Converting UTME to Direct Entry
Candidates who sat the UTME exam but later obtained an A'Level qualification during the admission cycle can convert their UTME registration to Direct Entry at any accredited JAMB CBT centre without purchasing a fresh application form.
Important DE Verification Step
All Direct Entry applicants must ensure their awarding institution uploads their official transcript directly to the JAMB verification portal. Unverified A'Level results will delay CAPS admission processing.
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Official Advisory Notice:
Information in this guide is compiled directly from JAMB official bulletins, university portals, and verified e-Facility guidelines. Portal procedures may change periodically; always verify final details on the official JAMB portal (jamb.gov.ng).