The University of Calabar (UNICAL) wishes to inform the general public that applications are now officially open for admission into the Joint Universities Preliminary Examinations Board (JUPEB) programme for the 2025/2026 academic session.
This is a golden opportunity for students who wish to gain direct admission into 200 Level without the stress of writing JAMB or Post-UTME. The JUPEB programme is designed as a 10-month intensive foundational programme that prepares candidates for university education and gives them a solid academic background in their chosen field of study.
What is JUPEB?
JUPEB (Joint Universities Preliminary Examinations Board) is a nationally recognized advanced-level programme approved by the Federal Government of Nigeria. It is run in partnership with many universities across the country, including UNICAL.
The programme lasts for 10 months (equivalent to one academic session), during which candidates undergo rigorous training and examinations. At the end of the programme, successful candidates gain direct entry admission into 200 Level in UNICAL or any other JUPEB-affiliated university in Nigeria.
Courses and Faculties Available
With UNICAL-JUPEB, candidates can secure admission into almost all major disciplines across the university. Successful JUPEB students can continue their studies in:
- College of Medical Sciences
- Faculty of Law
- Faculty of Engineering
- Faculty of Computing
- Faculty of Biological Sciences
- Faculty of Management Sciences
- Faculty of Social Sciences
- Faculty of Physical Sciences
- Faculty of Arts/Humanities
- Faculty of Education
and many other disciplines
This makes the JUPEB programme a perfect alternative pathway for students who want to study competitive courses such as Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Law, and Engineering.
Admission Requirements
To be eligible for the UNICAL-JUPEB programme, candidates must have:
- A minimum of five (5) credit passes in O’Level results (WAEC/NECO/GCE/NABTEB or its equivalent).
- The five credits must include English Language and Mathematics, obtained in not more than two sittings.
These O’Level results are compulsory because they will also be used for direct entry admission into 200 Level after completing the JUPEB programme.
How to Apply
The UNICAL-JUPEB admission form is available online, and the process is simple:
- Visit the official application portal: 👉 https://jupeb.unical.edu.ng/applicant/apply
- Create an applicant profile by filling in your personal details.
- Pay the application fee of ₦15,500 (Fifteen Thousand, Five Hundred Naira only). Payment can be made using:
- An ATM card (Visa, Mastercard, or Verve)
- Bank transfer
- Or through any commercial bank nationwide
- Complete the online application form carefully.
- Upload required documents such as passport photographs and O’Level results.
- Submit the form and print out your application slip for future reference.
Programme Duration
The UNICAL-JUPEB programme runs for 10 months, which is one full academic session. During this time, students will take lectures, tutorials, and practicals in their chosen subjects. At the end of the session, students will sit for JUPEB examinations.
Enquiries
For further details or clarifications, interested applicants can contact the Directorate through any of the following numbers:
(+234) 802-228-2998
(+234) 803-933-9026
(+234) 803-590-7984
Alternatively, applicants can visit the JUPEB Directorate website: 👉 www.jupeb.unical.edu.ng
Why Choose UNICAL-JUPEB?
- No JAMB Stress – Candidates gain direct entry into 200 Level without sitting for JAMB or Post-UTME.
- Wide Range of Courses – Almost all faculties and courses are available for JUPEB candidates.
- Strong Academic Foundation – The programme prepares students thoroughly for the challenges of university education.
- National Recognition – JUPEB is accepted in many universities across Nigeria.
- Pathway to Competitive Courses – It provides an alternative route to study courses like Medicine, Law, Pharmacy, and Engineering.
Final Note
The University of Calabar’s JUPEB programme is a life-changing opportunity for students who want to secure direct admission into 200 Level and pursue their dream courses without the hurdle of JAMB.
If you meet the requirements, don’t wait until the last minute. Apply now, prepare well, and take advantage of this great chance to build your academic future with one of Nigeria’s most respected universities.
👉 Visit https://jupeb.unical.edu.ng/applicant/apply
today to begin your application.