The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has extended the JAMB Direct Entry registration deadline for the 2026/2027 academic session.
The new JAMB Direct Entry registration deadline is now set for May 8, 2026, giving candidates more time to complete their applications.
Reason for JAMB Direct Entry registration deadline extension
The board said the extension of the JAMB Direct Entry registration deadline will ensure more candidates can participate.
It explained that the move is aimed at preventing eligible applicants from missing the admission process.
The earlier deadline was April 25, 2026.
New centres added for registration
To support the JAMB Direct Entry registration deadline extension, the board approved additional centres.
These centres are expected to reduce congestion in busy locations.
They are located in states including Kwara, Ogun, Oyo, and Lagos.
Operations across registration centres
JAMB confirmed that all centres remain open for registration.
This includes Professional Registration Centres and other approved facilities.
The Lagos centre is scheduled to begin operations on April 30, 2026.
What candidates should do next
Candidates are advised to take advantage of the JAMB Direct Entry registration deadline extension.
They should complete their applications early to avoid last-minute delays.
JAMB also encouraged applicants to use only approved centres.
