If you are a JUPEB candidate, one common question you are likely to ask is: “Should I register for JAMB even though I’m doing JUPEB?”
The short and honest answer is YES. In fact, registering for JAMB as a JUPEB candidate is one of the smartest decisions you can make.
Here’s why.
You Will Still Register with JAMB Eventually
Whether you like it or not, JUPEB candidates must pass through JAMB to gain admission through Direct Entry. This means you will still:
- Buy a JAMB pin
- Register your details on the JAMB platform
So avoiding JAMB registration early does not remove JAMB from the process—it only postpones it and often makes it harder.
Direct Entry Registration Is Stressful
As a Direct Entry (DE) candidate, JAMB does not allow you to register at just any CBT centre. Instead, you are required to go to the JAMB headquarters in your state.
The problem?
- Most states have only one JAMB office
- All Direct Entry candidates gather there
- Long queues and delays are common
Some students spend weeks or even months, going there almost daily before completing their registration.
UTME Registration Is Faster and Easier
If you register for UTME (regular JAMB):
- The registration takes just a few hours
- You can do it at any nearby CBT centre
- No need to visit JAMB headquarters
This alone saves you time, transport money, and stress.
You Can Easily Convert UTME to Direct Entry
After writing JAMB, you can simply convert your UTME registration to Direct Entry.
- Your UTME score does not count for JUPEB admission
- The conversion process takes less than 30 minutes
- No crowd, no long queues
JAMB Serves as a Backup Plan
JUPEB is generally more demanding than JAMB. If, for any reason, JUPEB does not favour you:
- Your UTME result becomes a backup
- You can still seek admission through JAMB
This gives you two chances instead of one.
Final Advice
Registering for JAMB as a JUPEB candidate is not a waste—it is a strategic move.
Benefits at a glance:
- You avoid stressful Direct Entry registration at JAMB offices
- You save time and money
- You can convert to Direct Entry easily
- You have a backup admission option
Conclusion
If you are a JUPEB candidate and you are wondering whether to register for JAMB, the answer is clear:
Yes, register for JAMB. It makes the admission process easier, faster, and safer.
Smart candidates plan ahead.