IJMB Admission Requirements 2026/2027
Understanding the IJMB requirements is the first step to gaining direct entry admission into 200 level. The requirements for the IJMB programme are straightforward and accessible to most Nigerian students who have completed their secondary education.
Academic Requirements for IJMB
The primary academic requirement for the IJMB programme is a valid O-Level certificate. Here are the specific IJMB requirements:
Minimum of 5 credits in O-Level (WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB) at not more than 2 sittings
Credits must include English Language and Mathematics
Credits in 3 subjects relevant to your desired course of study
Awaiting result candidates may apply (results must be available before IJMB exam)
Direct Entry candidates with NCE, ND, or other qualifications can also apply
What You Do NOT Need for IJMB
JAMB/UTME score – Not required for registration
Post-UTME score – Not required
University admission letter – Not required
Specific JAMB score threshold – Not applicable
IJMB Grading System
IJMB uses an A-Level points system. You sit 3 subjects; each is graded A–F. The maximum total is 15 points. Universities set their own minimum cut-off per course.
| Grade | Points | Performance | Typical Courses |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | 5 pts | Distinction | All courses (Medicine, Law, Engineering) |
| B | 4 pts | Very Good | Engineering, Science, Law |
| C | 3 pts | Good | Social Sciences, Arts, Commerce |
| D | 2 pts | Satisfactory | Less competitive courses |
| E | 1 pts | Marginal Pass | Some state university courses |
| F | 0 pts | Fail | Does not count |
IJMB Subject Combinations
Candidates choose 3 A-Level subjects. Your combination must align with the university faculty requirements for your intended course. Here are the standard combinations:
Personal Requirements
Must be at least 16 years of age at the time of registration
Passport photographs (white background)
Valid means of identification (NIN, voter's card, or international passport)
Birth certificate or age declaration
Evidence of payment of registration fee
Frequently Asked Questions
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