{"id":11242,"date":"2026-04-29T14:41:32","date_gmt":"2026-04-29T14:41:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/?p=11242"},"modified":"2026-04-30T11:26:05","modified_gmt":"2026-04-30T11:26:05","slug":"jamb-extends-2026-direct-entry-registration-deadline-to-may-8-see-new-approved-centres","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/jamb-extends-2026-direct-entry-registration-deadline-to-may-8-see-new-approved-centres\/","title":{"rendered":"JAMB Extends 2026 Direct Entry Registration Deadline to May 8"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/jamb-extends-2026-direct-entry-registration-deadline-to-may-8-see-new-approved-centres\/#Why_JAMB_Extended_the_2026_Direct_Entry_Registration\" >Why JAMB Extended the 2026 Direct Entry Registration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/jamb-extends-2026-direct-entry-registration-deadline-to-may-8-see-new-approved-centres\/#New_Deadline_for_2026_JAMB_Direct_Entry_Form\" >New Deadline for 2026 JAMB Direct Entry Form<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/jamb-extends-2026-direct-entry-registration-deadline-to-may-8-see-new-approved-centres\/#Five_New_JAMB_Direct_Entry_Registration_Centres_Approved\" >Five New JAMB Direct Entry Registration Centres Approved<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/jamb-extends-2026-direct-entry-registration-deadline-to-may-8-see-new-approved-centres\/#Other_Registration_Centres_Still_Open\" >Other Registration Centres Still Open<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/jamb-extends-2026-direct-entry-registration-deadline-to-may-8-see-new-approved-centres\/#Important_Advice_for_Direct_Entry_Candidates\" >Important Advice for Direct Entry Candidates<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/jamb-extends-2026-direct-entry-registration-deadline-to-may-8-see-new-approved-centres\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially extended the sale of 2026 Direct Entry (DE) application forms to Thursday, May 8, 2026, giving more candidates extra time to complete their registration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This update comes as part of JAMB\u2019s effort to ensure that no eligible Direct Entry candidate is denied access to tertiary education due to registration delays or limited access to approved centres. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Board also approved five additional registration centres across Nigeria to reduce pressure in high-demand areas. For prospective candidates who have not yet completed their DE registration, this extension offers another opportunity to secure admission for the 2026\/2027 academic session.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_JAMB_Extended_the_2026_Direct_Entry_Registration\"><\/span>Why JAMB Extended the 2026 Direct Entry Registration<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to JAMB\u2019s official statement signed by its spokesperson, Dr. Fabian Benjamin, the extension was introduced to make sure more qualified candidates can access higher education without unnecessary limitations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Board explained that the decision aligns with its broader goal of expanding access to tertiary education across the country, especially for students applying through the Direct Entry route rather than UTME. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This means candidates who hold qualifications such as ND, NCE, IJMB, JUPEB, HND, or equivalent advanced qualifications now have a few extra days to complete their application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"268\" height=\"188\" src=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/j4.jpeg\" alt=\"JAMB 2026 Direct Entry (DE) Registration\" class=\"wp-image-8381\" srcset=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/j4.jpeg 268w, https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/j4-24x17.jpeg 24w, https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/j4-36x25.jpeg 36w, https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/j4-48x34.jpeg 48w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 268px) 100vw, 268px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">JAMB 2026 Direct Entry Registration Deadline Extended <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"New_Deadline_for_2026_JAMB_Direct_Entry_Form\"><\/span>New Deadline for 2026 JAMB Direct Entry Form<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The previous deadline has now been shifted from the previous date which was April 25, 2026. <strong>The  New Deadline is now Thursday, May 8, 2026.<\/strong> Candidates are strongly advised not to wait until the final day before beginning registration, as last-minute rush, verification issues, or technical delays could affect successful submission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Five_New_JAMB_Direct_Entry_Registration_Centres_Approved\"><\/span>Five New JAMB Direct Entry Registration Centres Approved<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To ease congestion and improve accessibility, JAMB approved five additional centres for the ongoing Direct Entry registration. The newly approved centres are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Centre for Open and Distance Learning (CODL) Mini Campus, University of Ilorin, Kwara State<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bells University of Technology. Km 8, Idiroko Road, Ota, Ogun State<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Olabisi Onabanjo University. Centre 1, Ago-Iwoye, Ogun State<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prof. Usman E-Learning CentreFederal College of Education (Special), Oyo, Oyo State<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Human Development Initiatives (Grace House) No. 2, Iwaya, Sabo, Opposite Onike Girls Junior High School, Onike, Lagos State<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">JAMB noted that the Lagos centre will officially commence operations from Thursday, April 30, 2026. These centres were added specifically to serve areas experiencing high registration pressure and improve the overall process for applicants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_Registration_Centres_Still_Open\"><\/span>Other Registration Centres Still Open<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">JAMB also reminded candidates that its offices nationwide remain open for registration. This includes: Professional Registration Centres (PRCs), Professional Testing Centres (PTCs), JAMB State Offices, and JAMB Zonal Offices. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates can still visit these approved centres to complete their registration and document verification process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_Advice_for_Direct_Entry_Candidates\"><\/span>Important Advice for Direct Entry Candidates<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are planning to apply through Direct Entry in 2026, this is not the time to delay. Registration deadlines can be strict, and missing the final date may mean waiting another admission cycle. Before visiting any centre, ensure you have the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your O\u2019Level results<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A\u2019Level or equivalent qualification details<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Required personal information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Valid phone number and email address<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Any necessary institution verification documents<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates should also confirm that their awarding institutions have forwarded their verification details to JAMB where required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Read also: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/top-50-universities-in-nigeria-2026-world-rankings-full-list\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"11239\">Top 50 Universities in Nigeria 2026: World Rankings (Full List)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/examscholars.com\/blog\/jamb-2026-admission-requirements-for-universities-and-polytechnics-in-nigeria\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"11236\">JAMB 2026 Admission Requirements for Universities and Polytechnics in Nigeria<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The extension of the 2026 JAMB Direct Entry registration deadline to May 8 is good news for many candidates who were still trying to complete the process. With five additional registration centres now approved and existing centres still operational nationwide, JAMB has created more room for smoother registration and better access.If you are yet to register, this is the best time to act.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do not wait until the last minute, take this opportunity to complete your Direct Entry registration before May 8, 2026 and stay ahead in your admission journey.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially extended the sale of 2026 Direct Entry (DE) application forms to Thursday, May 8, 2026, giving more candidates extra time to complete their registration. 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