Nigeria, Abuja – Registration for the 2025 Direct Entry (DE) examination has been extended by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB).
Originally set to close on April 7, the process remains open until a new deadline is formally announced.
The extension was confirmed in a statement on Sunday by JAMB’s spokesperson, Fabian Benjamin.
Registration began on March 12 and will continue at designated Professional Registration Centres (PRCs) across the country. Candidates are advised to complete their applications early, even though a final date has not yet been released.
JAMB explained that the deadline shift is directly linked to its ongoing investigation into suspected submission of fake A-Level results during registration.
A growing number of cases are currently under review. According to the board, enhanced screening procedures are now in place to identify candidates presenting forged credentials.
Fabian Benjamin stated that the board is expanding its scrutiny to ensure the credibility of all submissions. “The extension gives us the opportunity to investigate more thoroughly and also offers candidates still intending to register an additional window,” he said.
Those found using fake documents face disqualification and further sanctions. Affected individuals who have already secured admission under questionable conditions may also be included in the extended probe.
JAMB advised such candidates to withdraw voluntarily to avoid future legal or academic consequences.
“We have zero tolerance for fraud,” Benjamin said. “Any attempt to undermine the integrity of our system will be met with appropriate action.”
Newly adopted verification technologies are being deployed to detect inconsistencies in A-Level submissions, particularly those involving IJMB, NABTEB, and other qualifications used in the Direct Entry pathway.
The board emphasized that all credentials submitted during registration must be verifiable from the awarding institutions.
Only registrations completed at certified PRCs will be recognized. JAMB also cautioned against relying on unofficial agents or centres, warning that such actions could invalidate a candidate’s registration or lead to further complications.
In a separate development, a private foundation in Niger State has sponsored the registration fees for 500 young applicants.
The initiative aims to boost access to tertiary education among youths who face financial obstacles. The director of the foundation said the effort was part of a broader educational outreach focused on underserved communities.
“Education remains a pathway to self-reliance. We believe helping these 500 youths take the first step is critical,” the director noted.
The philanthropic gesture was welcomed by education stakeholders in the region, particularly as it coincides with efforts to sanitize the DE process and increase participation from underrepresented demographics.
JAMB reiterated that only applicants with valid and original A-Level credentials will be considered for admission into Nigerian universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education.
Those involved in impersonation or document fraud risk being barred from future participation in national examinations.
A new deadline for the 2025 Direct Entry registration will be communicated through official JAMB channels. Until then, eligible applicants are expected to make use of the available opportunity for lawful registration.
