The J
oint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has again extended the registration deadline for the 2026 Direct Entry (DE) application exercise.
According to the latest update, the registration process will now continue until May 22, 2026, giving prospective Direct Entry candidates additional time to complete their applications.
The extension is expected to accommodate applicants who are yet to finalize their registration due to delays in obtaining required credentials and other documentation.
JAMB had earlier extended the registration period to May 8, alongside the addition of new accredited registration centres across the country. The fresh extension signals the Board’s continued effort to ensure that all eligible candidates are adequately captured in the 2026 admission process.
Prospective applicants are strongly advised to utilize the new window effectively and avoid waiting until the final days to complete their registration.
The Board is also expected to intensify preparations for the commencement of the 2026 admission cycle following the upcoming admission policy meeting scheduled for May 11, 2026.