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Joint Universities Preliminary Examinations Board
A one-year A-Level programme taught at university-affiliated centres. It gives candidates a direct route into 200 Level at participating Nigerian universities.
Interim Joint Matriculation Board
An A-Level programme run by Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. It is taught at approved centres across Nigeria and gives candidates a route into 200 Level.
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| Feature | JUPEB | IJMB |
|---|---|---|
| Type | A-Level / Foundation | A-Level |
| Run by | JUPEB (University of Lagos) | Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria |
| Duration | One academic session | One academic session |
| Direct Entry | Yes subject to requirements | Yes subject to requirements |
| Admission into | 200 Level | 200 Level |
| Study centres | University-affiliated centres | Approved/affiliated centres |
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Ask an adviserJUPEB (Joint Universities Preliminary Examinations Board) runs a one-year A-Level programme. It is taught at university-affiliated study centres. If you pass the JUPEB examination, you can gain Direct Entry admission into 200 Level at participating Nigerian universities.
IJMB (Interim Joint Matriculation Board) is an A-Level programme run by Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. It is taught at approved centres across Nigeria. Your IJMB result can be used for Direct Entry into 200 Level at universities that accept it.
No. You apply through the JAMB Direct Entry (DE) registration, not the UTME. You will still need to register for Direct Entry with JAMB and meet your chosen university's requirements.
Usually five credits in relevant subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, in no more than two sittings (WAEC, NECO or NABTEB). Some courses have specific subject requirements. Use the course checker above to see yours.
Both JUPEB and IJMB run for one academic session, which is about 9–12 months of lectures followed by the final examination.
Most degree courses accept Direct Entry candidates. Your A-Level subject combination must match the course you want. Always confirm with your target university, because some departments set extra conditions.
