How to Gain Admission Without JAMB 2025/2026 in Seven (7) easy ways – You can now gain admission and even enter 200-Level in a recognised Nigerian university to study any course of your choice without writing JAMB or sitting for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).
One of the most frequently asked questions by candidates with a low JAMB score or no UTME result is: “How can I gain admission without writing JAMB in 2025?”
No doubt, JAMB remains one of the primary ways to gain admission into a university in Nigeria.
This implies that the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) is considered the primary pathway to higher education.
However, other means or methods and alternative routes exist for students without JAMB or low JAMB scores to enter 200-level without sitting for the UTME exam.
In this blog post, I will show you the basic seven (7) ways to gain admission without JAMB in 2025 and how to enter 200-level without picking up the 2026 JAMB form.
Table of Contents
- 1 How to Gain Admission Without JAMB 2025/2026 Easily
- 2 1) Admission Without UTME Through JAMB Direct Entry Form 2026
- 3 2) IJMB Programme 2025
- 4 3) JUPEB Programme 2025
- 5 4) Diploma Programme 2025
- 6 5) Pre-degree Programmes and Part-time 2025
- 7 6) NOUN Online Programmes 2025
- 8 7) Studying Abroad 2025
- 9 Requirements for University Admission Without Writing JAMB
- 10 Universities That Offer Admission Without JAMB 2025/2026
- 11 How to Apply for Admission without Writing JAMB
- 12 Conclusion
How to Gain Admission Without JAMB 2025/2026 Easily
Here are the seven (7) practical and approved ways to gain admission without writing JAMB:
- JAMB Direct Entry Form 2026
- IJMB Programme 2025
- JUPEB Programme 2025
- Diploma Programme 2025
- Pre-degree Programmes and Part-time 2025
- NOUN Online Programmes 2025
- Studying Abroad 2025
1) Admission Without UTME Through JAMB Direct Entry Form 2026
Suppose you have A-level qualifications (National Diploma (ND) or a Higher National Diploma (HND)).
In that case, you can apply for direct admission to any federal, state, or private university in Nigeria.
You will be offered admission to start from 200 or 300 Level if you meet all other admission requirements.
2) IJMB Programme 2025
Without writing JAMB 2025, you can still gain admission through the Interim Joint Admission Matriculation Board (IJMB).
- IJMB is a nine (9) month advanced-level programme.
- Once you have completed the 9-month IJMB programme, you will be offered admission into the 200 level to study your desired course.
- Your IJMB result is valid for up to 15 years, so you can reapply if you don’t gain admission in the first attempt.
3) JUPEB Programme 2025
Without writing JAMB 2025 or with a low JAMB score, you can still gain admission through the Joint Universities Preliminary Examination Board (JUPEB).
- JUPEB programme is a one-year advanced-level course designed to facilitate direct admission into 200-level undergraduate programmes.
- The curriculum is equivalent to A-level qualifications and provides intensive preparation.
- Once you have completed the 1-year JUPEB programme, you will be offered admission into the 200 level to study your desired course.
4) Diploma Programme 2025
One primary way to gain admission without writing JAMB is to apply to or register for a Diploma undergraduate programme.
Many universities, such as Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK) and the University of Calabar (UNICAL), offer diploma programmes in Law, Accounting, Political Science, etc.
- Diploma programme is usually one or two years, depending on the course and programme.
- Once you have completed the diploma programme, you will be admitted to 200 level to study your desired course.
- UNICAL is one of the best universities that offer diploma programmes.
5) Pre-degree Programmes and Part-time 2025
With Pre-degree programmes, you don’t have to write JAMB before admission.
- Pre-degree programmes will equip you with the foundational knowledge and skills for degree-level studies.
- University of Calabar (UNICAL) is one of the best schools that offer a pre-degree programme.
- Once you have completed the pre-degree programme, you will be offered admission into 100 or 200 Level, depending on the nature of the programme.
- Pre-degree is available for both science and art students.
6) NOUN Online Programmes 2025
NOUN offers distance learning programmes that allow students to gain admission without writing JAMB.
These flexible learning options cater to various educational needs and can be an excellent fit for many candidates.
You can apply for undergraduate and Postgraduate programmes at NOUN by visiting www.nou.edu.ng.
7) Studying Abroad 2025
You can also consider studying abroad for admission without JAMB in the 2025/2026 academic session.
- If you are interested in considering international education, many foreign universities do not require JAMB for admission.
- However, you must meet specific academic and language requirements, such as proof of English proficiency and relevant academic records.
Requirements for University Admission Without Writing JAMB
- The only requirement for admission without JAMB in 2025 is having five credits in your O’level results, which may include WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB.
- Mathematics and English Language are compulsory.
Universities That Offer Admission Without JAMB 2025/2026
Here are the top higher institutions in Nigeria that do not require JAMB result for admission:
How to Apply for Admission without Writing JAMB
- To apply, visit the above-listed schools’ undergraduate portal
- Click on JUPEB, Part-time or Pre-degree portal
- Follow the instructions provided on the website to register
- Finally, wait for the admission list to be out
Conclusion
Gaining admission into a tertiary institution without JAMB in 2025 is possible by following the above guidance.
With the above-listed programmes, you can study Nursing, Law, Medicine and any engineering course you choose.
I hope this guide on how to gain admission without writing JAMB and how to gain admission into 200 level has been helpful to you.