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UNIUYO JUPEB Form 2026/2027 Is Out — What You Need to Know

The University of Uyo has opened its Basic Studies (JUPEB) programme for the 2026/2027 academic session. This is the route that allows candidates to bypass the 100 level UTME process entirely and enter directly into 200 level through JAMB Direct Entry after completing one year of intensive study and passing the JUPEB examinations.

If you did not score high enough in JAMB, or you are looking for an alternative route into UNIUYO or another reputable Nigerian university, the JUPEB programme is one of the most structured and widely accepted options available.

For full guidance on the application process and what to prepare, contact the Smartjamb Team

Does UNIUYO Have a JUPEB Programme?

Yes. UNIUYO runs a one-year Basic Studies programme that prepares students for the Joint Universities Preliminary Examination Board (JUPEB) examinations. The programme is hosted under the School of Basic Studies at the University of Uyo and is one of the more established JUPEB study centres in the South-South region.

Graduates of the UNIUYO JUPEB programme can gain admission into 200 level of degree programmes through JAMB Direct Entry at UNIUYO itself and at any other Nigerian university that accepts JUPEB certificates for Direct Entry. This makes it a flexible route — you are not locked into UNIUYO if you study here and want to proceed elsewhere.

UNIUYO JUPEB School Fees 2026/2027 — How Much Does It Cost?

The application fee for the UNIUYO Basic Studies (JUPEB) programme is N15,500-25,000. This is the form fee paid during registration to access and complete the application.

For the actual programme fees (tuition for the one-year JUPEB study period), the following estimates apply based on the school's recent fee schedules:

• Tuition for the one-year Basic Studies programme: approximately N200,000 to N350,000 per session depending on the subject combination and faculty track
• Accommodation for female students at the Imeh Umanah Campus, Ediene Abak: approximately N40,000 per year (hostel on campus)
• Male students at the Abak campus typically live off campus and rent accommodation ranging from approximately N30,000 to N60,000 for the year

These are estimated figures based on available fee schedules. Confirm the exact amount from the school portal after registration. The JUPEB programme fees are slightly higher than standard undergraduate fees because of the intensive nature of the one-year preparation course.

UNIUYO JUPEB Registration Deadline 2026

The 2026/2027 application deadline is expected to follow a similar timeline, with registration typically opening in July to August and closing by September.

As of the time of publishing this article, the exact deadline for the 2026/2027 session has not been officially announced. Given how competitive the programme is and how quickly spaces fill up, apply as early as possible once the portal opens.

For the latest update on the registration deadline the moment it is confirmed, reach out to the Smartjamb Team

UNIUYO JUPEB Resumption Date 2026

For the 2025/2026 session, UNIUYO Basic Studies students resumed on Monday, October 14, 2024 for the first semester. The pattern has been consistent across sessions — resumption for Basic Studies students typically falls in October, shortly after the CBT screening exercise is conducted.

For the 2026/2027 session, the new semester for the first year of the JUPEB programme is expected to commence around October 2026, aligned with UNIUYO's confirmed calendar which places the start of the 2026/2027 first semester at October 5, 2026.

This means a candidate who applies and secures admission into the UNIUYO JUPEB programme in 2026 should expect to resume studies around the first or second week of October 2026.

UNIUYO Basic Studies Portal — How to Apply

The application portal for UNIUYO Basic Studies and JUPEB is [here]](https://wa.me/2348057091133) online registration form, and print their application slip.

Documents you will need during registration: - A valid email address and active phone number - O'Level results (WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB) — a minimum of five credit passes - Passport photograph in the correct format - JAMB registration number is not required for this programme

After completing online registration, print your application slip and proceed to the Abak campus on the date stated on your printout for clearance and resumption.

UNIUYO JUPEB CBT Screening 2026 — When Is It?

The UNIUYO Basic Studies CBT screening for the 2025/2026 session was conducted from October 27 to November 7, 2025. For the 2026/2027 session, the screening is expected to follow the same October window.

The CBT screening tests candidates on the subjects relevant to their chosen faculty track. Results from the screening are used to confirm admission. Candidates who do not score above the required threshold will not proceed to the programme even if they have paid.

Prepare for the CBT using past questions across your science, arts, or social science combination. The exam is at O'Level standard but requires good preparation.

Does UNIUYO Write Post UTME or Screening?

For the undergraduate UTME route, UNIUYO conducts a physical CBT Post UTME exam on campus, with the 2026/2027 screening holding from August 21 to September 9, 2026.

For the JUPEB / Basic Studies route, there is a separate CBT screening conducted specifically for Basic Studies applicants. This is different from the undergraduate Post UTME. Candidates applying through the JUPEB route register separately and write the Basic Studies screening test.

How Many Months Does JUPEB Take?

The JUPEB programme at UNIUYO is a one academic year (two semester) programme. Students typically resume in October and complete their final JUPEB examinations by July or August of the following year. That is approximately nine to ten months of active study, plus any examination and result processing period.

After passing the JUPEB examinations, candidates apply for Direct Entry through JAMB for the following academic session. This means the full process from starting JUPEB to entering 200 level takes about twelve to fourteen months from resumption.

JUPEB vs JAMB UTME — Which Route Is Right for You?

There is no universal answer, but here is the honest breakdown:

• JUPEB is ideal for candidates who want to enter 200 level directly, especially if their JAMB score did not meet the cut off for their preferred course
• JUPEB removes the need to rewrite JAMB entirely — you apply through Direct Entry after completing the programme
• UNIUYO JUPEB gives you access to UNIUYO's 200 level AND other JUPEB-accepting universities
• The programme requires serious academic commitment since you are covering roughly two years of subject content in one year

For candidates who simply need to retake JAMB and try again, JUPEB may not be the most direct path. But for those who want to be in university by October 2026 and progress straight to 200 level, this is one of the fastest legitimate routes available.

Contact the Smartjamb Team for advice on whether JUPEB is the right option for your specific situation.

Does UNIUYO have a JUPEB programme?

Yes. UNIUYO runs a one-year Basic Studies programme under the School of Basic Studies that prepares students for JUPEB examinations and direct entry into 200 level. Contact the Smartjamb Team for application guidance.

How much are JUPEB school fees at UNIUYO?

The application fee is N15,500-25,000. Full programme tuition for the one-year Basic Studies course is approximately N200,000 to N350,000 per session depending on the subject combination.

What is the UNIUYO JUPEB registration deadline?

Based on previous sessions, the deadline falls around September 30. The 2026/2027 deadline has not been officially announced yet. Apply early once the portal opens.

When does UNIUYO JUPEB resume?

Resumption for Basic Studies students typically falls in October, in line with UNIUYO's academic calendar. The 2026/2027 session is expected to commence around October 5, 2026.

Is JAMB required for UNIUYO JUPEB?

No. The Basic Studies (JUPEB) programme does not require a JAMB score for entry. You need five O'Level credit passes in relevant subjects.

How many months does JUPEB take?

The programme runs for one academic year (two semesters), approximately nine to ten months of active study. After passing JUPEB exams, you apply through JAMB Direct Entry into 200 level.

What is the UNIUYO Basic Studies portal?

The official portal is eportals.uniuyo.edu.ng. All application, payment, and form submission steps are completed through this portal.

Does UNIUYO write post UTME for JUPEB?

JUPEB applicants write a separate CBT screening exercise specific to the Basic Studies programme. This is different from the undergraduate Post UTME. For the 2025/2026 session, the screening held in late October.