IJMB in Nigeria is designed for students who want to secure university admission without relying solely on JAMB UTME. Through the IJMB programme, candidates can gain admission into federal, state, and private universities via Direct Entry after completing a 9–12 month academic session.
The Interim Joint Matriculation Board (IJMB) programme is one of the most trusted and recognized advanced level (A-Level) pathways for gaining Direct Entry admission into 200 level in Nigerian universities. Established and moderated by Ahmadu Bello University, IJMB is approved by the Federal Government of Nigeria and accepted by over 90% of universities nationwide.
IJMB stands for Interim Joint Matriculation Board, an advanced level (A-Level) programme that allows students to gain Direct Entry admission into 200 level in Nigerian universities without writing JAMB UTME again.
The following categories can consider IJMB for D.E admission:
After undergoing IJMB for 9 months and you have written the final examination, once the result is released, it can be used for admission into 200L
IJMB result is recognized by many Nigerian Universities ranging from federal, state and private univerisities.
JAMB UTME is not required for IJMB enrolment.
Direct Entry admission into 200L is not as compettitive as UTME admission into 100L.
To apply for IJMB registration in Nigeria, you typically need:
Students select three A-Level subjects related to their intended university course. Examples:
Choosing the correct IJMB subject combination is critical for Direct Entry eligibility.
IJMB school fees varies and the total fees depends on the state you choose as your study centre but be rest assured that the total school fees is between ₦385,000 to ₦515,000. We understand that these fees are a bit expensive and hence we have made available the option of paying in instalments. The minimum fee allowed for a start is ₦180,000, while the remaining fee can be paid twice. Below is a breakdown of what IJMB School fees entails, noting that this is the minimum fee to expect depending on your centre:
IJMB stands for Interim Joint Matriculation Board. It is a one-year program that enables students to gain admission into universities via Direct Entry.
You can apply by visiting our official website and filling out the application form.
Applicants need a minimum of five O'Level credits, including Mathematics and English.
IJMB programme lasts for approximately one academic session (9-12 months).
Most universities in Nigeria and some foreign institutions accept IJMB for Direct Entry admission.
