Universities Offering Admission Without JAMB in 2025/2026
Prospective students seeking admission into Nigerian universities often face the challenge of passing the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) organized by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB). However, there are alternative ways to gain admission into universities in Nigeria without necessarily sitting for the JAMB exam. Here are four universities offering admission without JAMB for the 2025/2026 academic year:
1. National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN)
The National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) does not require candidates to take the UTME for admission. Although recent updates suggest that applicants may need to register with JAMB to formalize their admission process and meet national educational requirements, taking the JAMB exam itself is not mandatory.
NOUN is a federal university that offers distance learning programs and was established in 1983 to provide higher education access to Nigerians unable to attend traditional universities.
2. Madonna University, Okija
Madonna University does not require UTME results or cut-off marks for admission. Candidates wishing to apply must have at least five O’level credits in relevant subjects, register and pay the fees for the admission screening, and pass the screening test or interview.
Founded as Nigeria’s first Catholic university, Madonna University has campuses in Okija (Anambra state), Elele, and Akpugo, offering various faculties and departments in fields such as law, medicine, arts, engineering, and social sciences.
3. Bowen University, Iwo
Bowen University does not require JAMB results or cut-off marks for admission. Applicants must have at least five O’level credits in relevant subjects, register for the admission screening, and pass the screening test or interview.
Founded by the Nigerian Baptist Convention in 2001, Bowen University offers various programs, including Medicine, Surgery, Law, and Humanities. It has grown to become a prominent university with over 5,000 students and a radio station launched in 2018.
4. Lead City University
Lead City University does not necessarily require candidates to sit for the UTME. Admission can be gained through other qualifications such as GCE ‘A’ Levels, IJMB, JUPEB, NCE, and OND. JAMB results are not required for admission into the university.
Lead City University offers both full-time and part-time programs across various faculties, including Social Sciences, Information Technology, Applied Sciences, and Law. The university recognizes the importance of flexibility for students, especially working adults.
These universities provide alternative pathways for students who may not have passed the UTME, ensuring access to higher education in Nigeria.
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