Top Universities that Accept JUPEB for Direct Entry Admission

Top Universities that Accept JUPEB for Direct Entry Admission.

The Joint Universities Preliminary Examination Board (JUPEB), established in 2013, is an examination body approved by the Federal Government of Nigeria and moderated by the Lagos State University. The Board is responsible for conducting examinations for candidates seeking direct entry admission into Nigerian universities at 200 level of studies.

JUPEB is one of the trusted pathways for candidates seeking direct entry admission at Nigerian universities due to its wide acceptance by various universities. However, not all universities in Nigeria accept the JUPEB A’level certificate for direct entry admission.

In this article, you will learn what JUPEB is, the required study duration, how to apply for a JUPEB programme, and a list of Nigerian universities that accept it for Direct Entry Admission.

What is JUPEB and How It Works

The first JUPEB examinations were conducted in August 2014, where successful candidates gained direct admission into participating universities at 200 level. Since then, the JUPEB route has become one of the most preferred pathways for university admission amongst candidates and institutions.

The JUPEB programmes often run for 12 months (one year), during this period, candidates are thoroughly taught approved foundational courses. Afterward, they are assessed with an A’level examination where successful candidates obtain a diploma certificate recognised by many Nigerian universities for admission into 200 level by JAMB.

Benefits of JUPEB for University Admission

• Gain Admission without UTME: Candidates who run a one-year JUPEB programme and pass their A’level examination can gain a direct entry admission into 200 level without worries about writing JAMB UTME.
• Multiple Institution Choice: JUPEB programme is one of the most popular direct entry admission routes and is accepted by many Nigerian universities, giving candidates a wide range of options to choose from.
• Academic Exposure: JUPEB candidates are exposed to a one-year intensive teaching, which prepares them for their university journey.

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Full List of Universities that Accept JUPEB in Nigeria

Federal Universities that Accept JUPEB

1. Federal University, Oye-Ekiti
2. Federal University, Lokoja
3. Federal University Otueke
4. Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun
5. Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University (formerly Federal University of Agriculture, Makurdi)
6. Nnamdi Azikiwe University
7. University of Calabar
8. Alex Ekwueme Federal University, Ndufu-Alike (FUNAI)

State Universities that Accept JUPEB

1. Abia State University (ABSU)
2. Adekunle Ajasin University
3. Akwa Ibom State University
4. Bayelsa Medical University
5. Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University
6. Cross River University of Technology (UNICROSS)
7. Delta State University (DELSU)
8. Dennis Osadebay University
9. Ebonyi State University (EBSU)
10. Edo State University, Uzairue
11. Ekiti State University (EKSU)
12. Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT)
13. Ignatius Ajuru University of Education
14. Imo State University (IMSU)
15. Kingsley Ozumba Mbadiwe University
16. Kwara State University, Ilorin (KWASU)
17. Lagos State University (LASU)
18. Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH)
19. Niger Delta University (NDU)
20. Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU)
21. Osun State University (UNIOSUN)
22. Prince Abubakar Audu University (PAAU)
23. Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED)
24. University of Africa, Toru-Orua (UAT)
25. University of Delta, Agbor (UNIDEL)

Private Universities that Accept JUPEB

1. Abiola Ajimobi Technical University
2. Achievers University
3. Adeleke University
4. Afe Babalola University
5. African University of Science and Technology
6. Ajayi Crowther University
7. Al-Hikmah University
8. Anchor University
9. Atiba University
10. Augustine University
11. Babcock University
12. Bells University of Technology
13. Benson Idahosa University
14. Bowen University
15. Caritas University
16. Christland University
17. Christopher University
18. Clifford University
19. Coal City University
20. Crawford University
21. Crescent University
22. Dominion University
23. Edwin Clark University
24. Elizade University
25. Fountain University
26. Glorious Vision University
27. Godfrey Okoye University
28. Gregory University
29. Hallmark University
30. Hezekiah University
31. Igbinedion University
32. Joseph Ayo Babalola University
33. Kings University
34. Kola Daisi University
35. Kwararafa University, Wukari
36. Lead City University
37. Madonna University
38. McPherson University
39. Mountain Top University
40. Nile University
41. Novena University
42. Obong University
43. Ojaja University
44. Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology
45. Paul University
46. Precious Cornerstone University
47. Redeemer’s University
48. Renaissance University
49. Ritman University
50. Salem University
51. Spiritan University
52. Summit University
53. Topfaith University
54. Trinity University
55. Veritas University
56. Wellspring University
57. Wesley University
58. Westland University
59. Western Delta University

Conclusion

Although over 50% of Nigerian universities, including private, state, and federal, accept JUPEB for admissions, others prefer alternatives such as IJMB, NABTEB A’level, or OND/HND certificate for Direct Entry Admission. However, candidates are strongly encouraged to always check the school’s admission requirements on the official website or consult their admissions department for inquiries.

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