Do you want to understand what JAMB regularization means and why it’s important? If so, this article is perfect for you. It provides a clear explanation and all the information you need to know about JAMB regularization. It’s essential to have a good understanding of what JAMB regularization entails.
The Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) is responsible for managing admissions into tertiary institutions in Nigeria. All admissions, whether to a university, polytechnic, or college of education, public or private, are regulated by JAMB. However, it is possible for students to gain admission to a school without going through the JAMB process.
In such cases, where students have been admitted through alternative programs like IJMB, JUPEB, part-time, or pre-degree programs, they need to undergo a process called “Late Application” or JAMB regularization. This means that even though their admission did not go through JAMB initially, it still needs to be regularized by JAMB.
This regularization is important to enjoy benefits such as printing the JAMB admission letter (a crucial document for clearance) and applying for the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) program.
In this article, I will explain what JAMB regularization is, the requirements for regularization, the process to follow, and address some frequently asked questions. So, sit back, relax, and carefully read through the information provided.
What is JAMB Regularization?
JAMB Regularization, also known as late application, is the process by which the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) officially recognizes and regularizes the admission of a student that was not initially processed by the board. It brings uniformity and official recognition to the admission status of the student.
Who Needs to Do JAMB Regularization?
JAMB Regularization is not applicable to all students. It is specifically for the following categories:
- Students admitted through direct entry programs like JUPEB (Joint Universities Preliminary Examinations Board) and IJMB (Interim Joint Matriculation Board). Even though these students may not sit for the JAMB exam, their details must be submitted to JAMB for registration.
- Part-time students who are admitted to part-time programs. JAMB does not process the admission or results for part-time programs, so these students need to regularize their admission with JAMB. Regularization is necessary for part-time students who plan to participate in the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC).
- HND (Higher National Diploma) students who have completed their two years of ND (National Diploma) in a polytechnic. To have their HND admission recognized by JAMB, they must undergo the regularization process.
- Students who were offered admission to a different course than the one they initially filled when registering for JAMB. This is applicable to students who were admitted before 2018. From 2018 onwards, they need to apply for JAMB change of course instead.
If you fall into any of these categories, you will need to follow the right steps to get your JAMB regularization done.
How much does JAMB Regularization cost?
The cost of JAMB Regularization depends on whether or not you already have a JAMB Registration Number. Here are the fees:
- Students with JAMB Registration Number: N5,000
- Students without JAMB Registration Number (those who did not get admission in the same year they registered for JAMB): N10,000.
What are the requirements for JAMB Regularization?
To process JAMB Regularization, you will need the following requirements:
- JAMB Registration Number (for students who gained admission in the year they registered for JAMB, but the admission was not through JAMB).
- Five thousand Naira (N5,000) for students with JAMB Registration Number, or ten thousand Naira (N10,000) for students without JAMB Registration Number.
- O’Level result (WAEC/NECO/NABTEB).
- Student’s personal information, such as name, date of birth, gender, marital status, email address, and phone number (ensure these details are correct before proceeding).
- Student’s admission/school information, including the course admitted into, school of admission, head of institution, registrar, matriculation number, matriculation year, and graduation list.
- Your JAMB result (only if you sat for JAMB in the year of the admission).
These are the requirements you need to fulfill in order to apply for JAMB Regularization.
How to Do JAMB Regularization?
To process JAMB Regularization at a JAMB office, follow these steps:
- Visit any JAMB office closest to you. You can find a list of JAMB offices in Nigeria on their website.
- Make sure you have all the necessary information and requirements mentioned earlier.
- When you arrive at the JAMB office, explain the purpose of your visit, and an official will attend to you. If you wrote JAMB in the year of admission, your JAMB registration number on your result slip will be used for regularization.
- Make the required payment for the regularization process.
- The JAMB official will initiate your regularization process and verify your information. They will also print an indemnity form for you.
- Fill out the indemnity form accurately and take it to the school where you were offered admission.
- Your school will be responsible for submitting the approved form to the JAMB state office.
- Once JAMB receives the approved form, it will be uploaded to your JAMB profile.
- You will receive a notification via email when this is done.
- JAMB will then process your application. If approved, your details will be changed as requested.
Following these steps will guide you through the process of JAMB Regularization at a JAMB office.
How to Check JAMB Regularization Status
To check your JAMB Regularization Approval Status, you have two options:
- Check your Email: Look out for an approval mail from JAMB in your email inbox. JAMB will send you a notification if your regularization has been approved.
- Check your JAMB Admission Status: Follow these steps to check your admission status:
a. Login to the JAMB portal at https://portal.jamb.gov.ng using your correct email and password. b. Once logged in, locate the “Check Admission Status” option and click on it. c. Select the exam year and enter your JAMB registration number. d. Click on “Check Admission Status” to view your JAMB admission status.
If your course of study is displayed, it means that your JAMB Late Application (Regularization) has been approved by JAMB. You can proceed to print your JAMB admission letter.
If your admission status does not change, keep checking your email and JAMB admission status for any updates.
Remember, it’s important to regularly check both your email and JAMB portal for any notifications regarding your JAMB Regularization Approval Status.