ALTERNATIVE ADMISSION ROUTES WITHOUT JAMB UTME GAIN ATTENTION IN 2026

Several approved admission pathways now allow students to gain admission into Nigerian universities without writing the JAMB UTME examination.

Legitdan news report that gaining admission into Nigerian universities without writing the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination is possible in 2026 through several approved alternatives recognised by tertiary institutions across the country.

According to education stakeholders, these admission routes are legal and accepted by many universities, with some programmes offering candidates direct admission into 200 level after completion.

One of the most popular alternatives is the Interim Joint Matriculation Board programme, commonly known as IJMB, which enables students to qualify for Direct Entry admission into universities.

Other recognised alternatives include the Joint Universities Preliminary Examinations Board programme, Direct Entry admission, Pre Degree and Remedial programmes, Diploma programmes, as well as admission into private universities.

The options are aimed at expanding access to higher education and providing students with flexible pathways into universities and other tertiary institutions in Nigeria.