Applications are invited from suitably qualified Candidates into the Centre for Educational Services, AE-FUNAI for admission into non-resident JUPEB and Pre-Degree Programmes of the Alex-Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike (AE-FUNAI), Ebonyi State.

PROGRAMME DESCRIPTION

The Pre-Degree Programme is designed to prepare candidates for admission into degree programmes in all disciplines (excluding Medicine and Surgery) of the university while the JUPEB programme is a 10-month intensive coaching designed to prepare candidates for direct entry admission into the 200-level of departments in the candidate’s choice in AE-FUNAI and other over 90 universities in Nigeria and abroad that are affiliates of the Joint Universities Preliminary Examinations Board (JUPEB).

ELIGIBILITY

Candidates for the programmes must possess a minimum of five (5) credits in five (5) subjects (including English Language and Mathematics) at a maximum of two sittings, relevant to the candidate’s chosen course of study in the University. Awaiting results candidates are also eligible to apply but such results must be available at the time of screening.

DURATION

The JUPEB programme runs for two (2) semesters within a period of ten (10) calendar months. The Pre-Degree programme also lasts for the same period.

PROGRAMMES OFFERED

The AE-FUNAI Centre for Educational Services will prepare candidates for admission into Bachelor’s Degree Programmes in the following:

FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE

1. Agribusiness Management

2. Agriculture (Agricultural Economics and Extension, Animal Science, Crop Science, Soil Science)

3. Fisheries and Aquaculture

FACULTY OF BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCES

1. Anatomy

2. Physiology

FACULTY OF EDUCATION

1. Education/English and Literary Studies

2. Educational Management

3. Guidance and Counselling

4. Biology Education

5. Chemistry Education

6. Mathematics Education

7. Computer Science Education

8. Vocational Education

   • (i) Business Education

   • (ii) Technology Education with options in:
     • Woodwork Technology
     • Electrical/Electronics Technology
     • Mechanical Technology
     • Building Technology

   • (iii) Computer Technology Education

   • (iv) Automobile Technology Education

FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY

1. Chemical Engineering

2. Civil Engineering

3. Electrical/Electronics Engineering

4. Mechanical Engineering

5. Mechatronics Engineering

FACULTY OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES

1. Architecture

2. Fine and Applied Arts

3. Geography

FACULTY OF HUMANITIES

1. Theatre Arts

2. English

3. French

4. Linguistics

5. Linguistics/French

6. Linguistics/Igbo

7. Igbo

8. Music

9. History and Strategic Studies

10. Philosophy

11. Religion

FACULTY OF LAW

1. Law

FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCES

1. Accountancy

2. Banking and Finance

3. Business Administration

4. Public Administration

FACULTY OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES

1. Biology

2. Biotechnology

3. Biochemistry

4. Microbiology

FACULTY OF PHYSICAL SCIENCES

1. Computer Science

2. Chemistry

3. Mathematics

4. Statistics

5. Geology

6. Applied Geophysics

7. Physics

FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES

1. Mass Communication

2. Criminology and Security Studies

3. Economics

4. Political Science

5. Sociology

6. Psychology

FACULTY OF MEDICAL SCIENCES

1. Medicine and Surgery

FACULTY OF HEALTH AND ALLIED SCIENCES

1. Nursing Science

2. Medical Laboratory Science

3. Human Nutrition and Dietetics

For more information on subject combinations for the JUPEB and Pre-Degree Programmes can be accessed on the e-portal or call:
08037471627

APPLICATION FEE

Fifteen Thousand Naira (₦15,000) only.

METHOD OF PAYMENT AND REGISTRATION PROCEDURE

To register follow the steps outlined below:

1. Visit the University website www.funai.edu.ng at the top click on MENU or QUICKLINKS.

2. Click on ADMISSIONS.

3. Click on 2025/2026 Pre-degree & JUPEB Registration.

4. Click on Generate Application Invoice.

5. On your Account on the e-Portal, generate your Remita Retrieval Reference Number (RRR) for payment. Payment can be easily made with your credit card/debit card or at any Nigerian Bank Branch. After successful payment, click on the link to continue your application.

6. Print out hard copies of your application form for reference purposes.

7. Application is online only. Server or network failure should not be an excuse for inability to submit your form.

8. Make a copy of your form by sending an email to yourself. Check your email to confirm the process and your Application number.

GENERAL INFORMATION

a) Applicants for the 2025/2026 JUPEB and Pre-Degree Programmes are advised to check www.funai.edu.ng for relevant information.
b) Applicants must provide a recent good passport photograph on the form. The photograph must be on a white background. Candidates are to also note that no application will be accepted without a passport photograph uploaded.
c) The passport photograph must be clear and with the applicant’s full name boldly written on the reverse side.
d) No change of name is entertained once registration is completed.
e) Applicants are hereby advised to use e-mail addresses and personal telephone numbers that are active during and after the admission exercise for easy contact.
f) Candidates are also expected to regularly check their e-mails and FUNAI website for updates.

DISCLAIMER

Please note that AE-FUNAI HAS NOT AUTHORIZED any person(s) or agent(s) to sell application forms on its behalf.
Do not patronize touts. Only those who follow the application procedure as mentioned above will be considered for admission. For further enquiries, visit www.funai.edu.ng

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Submission of online form will close on Friday 31st October, 2025, at 11:59pm.

Signed:
T. Ifeanyi Igwe (Esq.) KSJI
Registrar