JAMB Extends 2026 Direct Entry Registration Deadline – New Closing Date Announced

According to Ireporter Online, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has extended the sale of its 2026 Direct Entry (DE) application documents to May 8, 2026, in a move aimed at ensuring that eligible candidates are not denied access to tertiary education opportunities.

The board disclosed that the extension was approved as part of its ongoing efforts to expand access to higher education and simplify the registration process for prospective applicants across the country.

This was contained in a statement issued on Wednesday by JAMB’s Public Communications Advisor, Fabian Benjamin, who explained that the decision reflects the board’s commitment to inclusivity and improved service delivery in the admission process.

According to him, the extension is intended to give candidates more time and opportunity to complete their registration without unnecessary pressure. He added that five additional registration centres have also been approved to ease congestion and improve access in high-demand areas.

The newly approved centres include the Centre for Open and Distance Learning, University of Ilorin, Kwara State; Bells University of Technology, Ota, Ogun State; Olabisi Onabanjo University Centre 1, Ago-Iwoye, Ogun State; Prof. Usman E-Learning Centre, Federal College of Education (Special), Oyo State; and Human Development Initiatives, Grace House, Lagos State, which is set to commence operations on April 30, 2026.

JAMB further stated that all Professional Registration Centres (PRCs) and Professional Testing Centres (PTCs) nationwide remain open for the ongoing Direct Entry registration exercise.

The board urged candidates to take advantage of the extended deadline and newly approved centres to ensure timely completion of their registration process, reaffirming its commitment to making tertiary education more accessible.