The direct entry registration fee for 2026 is ₦5,700. Should you decide to pursue a degree at a Nigerian university under this program, then you need to start saving.
This guide mentions the procedure of paying the fee and when to pay.
How Much is the Direct Entry Registration Fee for 2026?
What direct entry simply means is that you will apply directly to the Joint admissions and Matriculation Board and enter your preferred program within one year. This one does not need you to rewrite any JAMB exam.
Let me give you a proper breakdown of the fee which is ₦5,700 in total.
JAMB Official Fee: ₦3,500
Reading Text(Lekki Headmaster): ₦1,000
CBT Service Fee: ₦1,200
The combined total of these three charges is the complete direct entry registration fee of 2026.
What Does the Direct Entry Registration Fee for 2026 Cover?
Most candidates assume that the fee is simply a fee that corresponds to a form but it actually encompasses multiple services that add value. Preferably knowing what you are purchasing can make you better prepared.
The fee covers:
– JAMB direct entry access portal.
– Unique profile code and eligibility check.
– Adding your educational degrees.
– A compulsory reading text.
– Complete enrollment to a certified CBT facility.
– Biometric capture.
– Printing service of post-registration results.
When you pay, make sure that you get all these services, not merely a form.
How to Pay for the Direct Entry Registration Fee for 2026
Use the designated channels to make payments in order to prevent unnecessary problems and even having to pay twice. JAMB offers a well outlining four steps procedure.
Step 1: Get Your Profile Code
Send your National Identification Number (NIN) to 55019 or 66019. A 10-digit profile code will be given to you that is unique and a must-have when making payment.
Step 2: Choose a Payment Method
The payment of the fee can be made through one of the following arrangements:
– Remita
– eTranzact
– Interswitch
– Unified Payments
– Online banking
– JAMB‑approved banks
Step 3: Make Payment
Enter your profile code when making the payment. Take a copy or make a print of your receipt.
Step 4: Visit a CBT Centre in order to get registered.
Once you have paid, you can reserve a spot in any approved CBT centre to complete your registration. There is no self registration online.
When to Pay the Direct Entry Registration Fee for 2026
Timing matters. The amount will depend on the official registration of JAMB. In 2026, the registration starts on March 2nd.
Making a payment ahead of time will give you a chance to organise and prevent any last minute rush due to system failure or internet outage.
Mistakes to Avoid When Paying the Registration Fee
I know all the processes that have been outlined so far may look very simple to you but some students still make costly mistakes when they are registering.
Below are some of the mistakes that some of these students make that sometimes even cost them their admission
1. Using someone else’s NIN. Your profile code should correspond with your identity.
2. Making payments via third parties who are not accredited. Stick to official channels.
3. Forgetting to print out your receipt. After you have registered, do not forget to get yourself your own copy.
4. Making incorrect entries in the date of birth and subject choice during registration. It is essential to have accurate original information.
5. Registering within a non-CBT centre. JAMB receives only the registration performed within the official centres.
What Happens If You Don’t Pay the Direct Entry Registration Fee for 2026?
The official registration will be impossible. Any effort to seek admission via JAMB will be dismissed. You will skip the whole 2026 cycle and will have to wait an extra year in case you delay.
Documents You’ll Need Once You Pay Direct Entry Registration Fee for 2026
Having paid ₦5,700, get the following things:
– ND, NCE, IJMB, JUPEB or A-level.
– Statement of results/ school transcript.
– WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB result.
– New passport picture on white background.
– Birth certificate or the declaration of age.
– JAMB profile code (pushed through SMS).
– Print the receipt of your payment.
How Does the Registration Fee Affect Your Admission Chances?
Many of you students normally think that once you just pay the fee, then you are sure to get the direct entry. That is not true. It is true that the registration fee will give you access to the program but the fact still remains that everything still depends on you.
Applying early will give you a very good start because those who begin early usually have lesser problems when they are registering.
So pick up the advice that we have given you in this blog post and make good use of it.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Before my school sends me a transcript can I pay the direct entry fee?
Yes. You can register with proof of your qualification before the end date; however, you need to upload it while waiting until you receive the transcript.
2. Is it possible to be paid on my behalf by another person?
Yes, and they need to enter your profile code and personal information. The form is personalized.
3. Is it necessary to take an exam after payment of the DE fee?
No. The program applicants who study direct entries are not required to take the UTME. Qualifications are evaluated according to the qualification submitted. Other universities might administer screening followed by exams internally.
4. Will I be able to switch to Direct entry from JAMB after already paying the JAMB registration fee?
In special cases JAMB can change but then again the charges relating to the DE have to be paid.
5. Does the payment of the direct entry fee have an age restriction?
Yes they do have an age restriction. As of 2026, anyone that is less than 16 years of age cannot register for direct entry.
6. Do payment records appear instantly at the CBT centre?
Normally yes, however, network problems may lead to delays. Keep your receipt.
Conclusion
One of the quickest methods of furthering education through an institution in Nigeria is the direct entry into university. The direct entry registration fee for 2026 is an important initial step. Pay it in time, possess the right documents and keep abreast of the changes in the policies.
Thank you very much for reading and good luck to you.