JAMB Rules Out Fee Increase for 2026 UTME/DE Registration

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has reassured prospective candidates, parents, and guardians that registration fees for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and Direct Entry (DE) will remain unchanged.

No Fee Increase for Nine Years

According to JAMB, application costs have not increased over the past nine years and have actually been reduced under the current administration. The examination body stated it is "unlikely to increase" fees unless absolutely necessary to maintain examination integrity.

Government Directive

The decision aligns with President Bola Tinubu's directive for government agencies to implement "human-face policies" considering the economic difficulties facing Nigerian families. JAMB emphasized that costs for 2026 will remain comparable to the previous year.

JAMB Official Statement

"The Board has not increased the cost of its application documents, whether for UTME or Direct Entry, in the last nine years."

What This Means for Candidates

Prospective 2026 UTME and Direct Entry candidates can expect to pay the same registration fees as previous years:

• UTME without Mock: ₦7,200
• UTME with Mock: ₦8,700
• Direct Entry: ₦5,700

This announcement provides relief to Nigerian families amid current economic challenges.

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