The Management of the Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University (IBBUL) has officially announced the commencement of admissions for its Interim Joint Matriculation Board (IJMB) programme for the 2026/2027 academic session.

​Members of the general public and prospective candidates seeking admission into the institution’s rigorous advanced-level programme are hereby informed that the application portal is now live and processing submissions.

​Available Courses

​The IJMB programme offers qualified candidates an alternative pathway for securing Direct Entry admission into regular undergraduate degree programmes at Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University and other participating Nigerian universities. It features a wide variety of subject combinations spanning across different academic disciplines:

​Sciences: Combinations involving Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Mathematics.

​Arts and Humanities: Combinations including History, Literature in English, and Islamic Studies.

​Social and Management Sciences: Combinations featuring Government, Economics, Accounting, and Geography.

​Eligibility and Admission Requirements

​Prospective applicants must meet the standard academic requirements to be eligible for the IJMB programme:

​O'Level Requirements: Candidates must possess a minimum of five (5) credit passes in relevant subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, obtained at not more than two sittings in SSCE/WAEC/NECO/NABTEB or equivalent examinations.

​A-Level Readiness: The programme is designed for students seeking a rigorous academic foundation to transition directly into the 200-level of their chosen university degree course upon successful completion of the IJMB examinations.

​How to Apply

​The application process has been fully digitalized for ease of access. Prospective candidates are advised to follow the step-by-step guidelines detailed below to complete their registration:

​Access the Portal: Click on or visit the official application link: https://ibbuijmb.tespire.co

​Navigate the Interface: Select the Application Portal option and click on “GO”.

​Initiate Registration: Click on the “NEW APPLICANTS” tab to begin creating a profile.

​Complete the Form: Provide all the required personal and academic information accurately, then submit the application.

​Other Details and Important Information

​Applicants are strongly advised to review all inputted data before final submission to avoid technical complications. For a seamless registration experience, candidates should ensure they have stable internet connectivity and ready access to digital copies of their relevant academic credentials.

​Further details regarding physical screening dates, tuition fees, and lecture resumption schedules will be communicated through the university's official portals in due course.