JAMB NEWS2 min read2026-05-24

JAMB Confirms 2026 UTME and DE Fees Will Not Increase

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has confirmed that it does not plan to raise application fees for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and Direct Entry (DE) registration. The board states...

Azeez

Azeez

24 May 2026

JAMB Confirms 2026 UTME and DE Fees Will Not Increase
Key takeaways
  • The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has confirmed that it does not plan to raise application fees for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and Direct Entry (DE) registration.
  • The board states that costs will remain broadly the same as the previous year, offering relief to students and families planning for tertiary education.
  • However, JAMB also warns that there will be no extension to the registration period once it opens, urging candidates to prepare early.

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