OAU Announces Supplementary JUPEB Entrance Exam for 2026/2027 Session

Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), through its Centre for Distance Learning (OAUCDL), has announced a supplementary entrance examination for the 2026/2027 JUPEB programme.

The JUPEB programme is a one-year foundation programme designed to prepare candidates for Direct Entry admission into 200 level at OAU and other participating universities in Nigeria and abroad.

The university’s official foundation portal currently lists the 2026/2027 JUPEB programme and indicates that applications close on October 31, 2026.

Who Can Apply for the Supplementary JUPEB Entrance Exam?

The supplementary examination is intended for prospective candidates who wish to gain admission into the OAUCDL JUPEB programme for the 2026/2027 academic session.

Candidates are expected to have registered for the programme through the official OAUCDL application portal and meet the programme’s entry requirements.

JUPEB candidates are required to study three subjects relevant to their intended university course and sit for the corresponding JUPEB examinations at the end of the programme.

How to Apply for OAU JUPEB 2026/2027

Interested candidates should:

1. Visit the official OAUCDL Foundation application portal.
2. Select the 2026/2027 JUPEB programme.
3. Create an account or log in if already registered.
4. Complete the application form with accurate information.
5. Upload the required documents where applicable.
6. Pay the prescribed application fee.
7. Submit the application.
8. Print or save the application details and examination information.

The official OAUCDL portal currently shows the 2026/2027 JUPEB application as open, with a closing date of October 31, 2026.

OAU JUPEB Programme Fee

The OAUCDL 2026/2027 information page lists the application form at ₦20,000. It also lists programme fees, including accommodation, at ₦594,000 for JUPEB Sciences and ₦544,000 for JUPEB Arts & Humanities.

Candidates should confirm the applicable fees on the official portal before making any payment.

What Does the JUPEB Programme Offer?

Successful JUPEB candidates undergo intensive academic preparation and, after completing the programme and satisfying the examination requirements, can use the JUPEB certificate to pursue Direct Entry admission into 200 level.

The programme is therefore different from OAU’s Pre-Degree programme: JUPEB is intended for 200-level Direct Entry admission, while Pre-Degree is a preparatory route for 100-level admission.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the OAU JUPEB entrance examination for 2026/2027 still available?

The OAUCDL official portal currently lists the 2026/2027 JUPEB programme as open, with applications closing on October 31, 2026. Candidates should check their individual application dashboard for the applicable supplementary examination information.

How much is the OAU JUPEB application form?

The 2026/2027 OAUCDL information lists the JUPEB application form at ₦20,000.

What is the difference between OAU JUPEB and Pre-Degree?

JUPEB provides a route to 200-level Direct Entry admission, while OAU’s Pre-Degree programme prepares candidates for admission into 100 level.

Can JUPEB candidates gain admission into universities other than OAU?

Yes. The JUPEB certificate is designed for Direct Entry admission into OAU and other participating universities in Nigeria and abroad, subject to the institution’s admission requirements.

Where can I apply for OAU JUPEB 2026/2027?

Applications are handled through the official OAU Centre for Distance Learning Foundation portal. The university’s official portal currently lists the 2026/2027 JUPEB programme.

Official application portal: OAUCDL Foundation Portal

Official OAU JUPEB information: OAUCDL JUPEB Programme