What is the Direct Entry (DE) admission process, and how does it differ from the regular JAMB admission process?

Nigeria's Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) offers two admission pathways: Direct Entry (DE) and Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). Here's a breakdown of each:

Direct Entry (DE) Admission

- Eligible candidates: Those with advanced qualifications beyond secondary school certificates (SSCE/GCE).

- Qualifying qualifications: A-Levels, OND, NCE, HND, etc.

- Admission level: 200 level (second year)

- Course duration: Typically three years

- Application: Separate application process through JAMB portal

Regular JAMB Admission (UTME)

- Eligible candidates: Those completing secondary education, seeking admission into the first year (100 level).

- Exam: Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME)

- Admission level: 100 level (first year)

- Course duration: Typically four years

- Application: Through JAMB portal

Note: Candidates cannot apply for both JAMB DE and UTME in the same year.

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