Convert Jamb UTME to Direct Entry 2023/2024 | How to convert your JAMB UTME TO DE | How to Upgrade/Convert UTME to DE – This latest update from JAMB is for candidates who participated during the 2023 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), and have required A ‘Level qualification, and wish to convert your application document from UTME to DE? If yes, this update is for.
As stated by Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB), you can now, go to any JAMB office near you to get your application document converted for the 2023 admission.
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The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced the commencement of the conversion of the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) to Direct Entry (DE) for the 2023 admission exercise. This conversion process allows eligible candidates to gain admission into 200 level directly without writing the JAMB examination in any Nigerian university. This article provides comprehensive information on the conversion process, eligibility criteria, and the steps involved in the application.
To be eligible for the conversion exercise, candidates must possess at least one of the following credentials:
In addition to the credentials mentioned above, candidates must also have at least two A-level passes or their equivalent in subjects related to their desired field of study.
The conversion of UTME to DE offers several benefits to eligible candidates. Some of these benefits include:
Converting UTME to DE allows candidates to gain direct admission into the 200 level of their desired course in any Nigerian university without having to write the JAMB examination.
Since DE candidates have already met specific academic requirements, they have an increased chance of gaining admission compared to their UTME counterparts.
The conversion process saves time for candidates who have already acquired the necessary qualifications, enabling them to continue their education without any delay.
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Candidates who want to convert their UTME information to DE information must follow these steps:
Before commencing the application process, candidates must ensure they meet the eligibility criteria mentioned earlier.
Interested candidates must visit a nearby JAMB accredited Computer-Based Test (CBT) center to process the conversion.
Candidates should present the required documents that prove their eligibility for the conversion process, such as A-level, OND, NCE, or equivalent qualifications.
After providing the necessary documents, candidates should carefully complete the application process at the CBT center under the guidance of a center official.
Candidates will be required to make payment for the conversion process at the CBT center.
Once the application process is complete, candidates will receive a confirmation slip as proof of successful conversion.
Before you can upgrade your UTME to DE, you must be ready to satisfy the following terms.
Follow the following steps to upgrade UTME to DE:
Henceforth, your admission and profile will be for Direct Entry instead of UTME.
While the conversion process offers numerous benefits, candidates should consider the following factors before deciding to convert their UTME to DE:
It is essential to ensure that the qualifications possessed by the candidate are compatible with the desired course of study. This means that the A-level passes or their equivalent must be in subjects related to the intended field of study.
Different universities may have specific requirements for admitting Direct Entry candidates. Therefore, it is crucial to research the requirements of the university you wish to attend and ensure you meet those requirements.
Some candidates may prefer to go through the UTME process due to personal reasons, such as wanting to experience the entire university admission process or feeling more confident in their ability to pass the JAMB examination. In such cases, converting to DE might not be the best option.
No.
I’ve said that, once you convert UTME to DE, you’ve just waved bye to the UTME admission and you’re ready to focus on Direct Entry instead.
No.
As a matter of fact, JAMB UTME and DE form will close on the same date. Hence, people register for UTME and DE at the same time (within the same grace period).
If you want to upgrade, you don’t need to obtain DE form again (as it must have closed at the same time as UTME). What you need to do is to walk into any nearest JAMB office and request for UTME to DE upgrading registration.
No.
Only JAMB offices are currently allowed to upgrade JAMB UTME to Direct Entry for applicants.
Candidates are expected to visit the JAMB branch themselves with evidence of their UTME registrations and UTME results (if available). He/she should be able to give genuine reason(s) for the upgrade
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