Has JAMB Started Giving Admission in 2026? — Latest News & Admission Timeline

If you’re asking “Has JAMB started giving admission in 2026?”  this comprehensive guide answers that question and walks you through the full 2025/2026 admission timeline, how to check the JAMB CAPS portal, what the official deadlines and policy changes are, and practical steps to accept or reject offers. Using official JAMB notices and reputable news sources, this article explains what’s happening right now, why some schools admit earlier than others, and what you should do to secure your place. Read on for an up-to-date, step-by-step walkthrough and a helpful FAQ section.

Quick short answer

Yes — JAMB has started processing and publishing admission offers for the 2025/2026 academic session on its CAPS platform. Many institutions have already uploaded admission lists to JAMB CAPS and candidates are being advised to monitor their CAPS dashboard and accept or reject offers promptly. However, admission timelines vary by institution (public vs private vs polytechnic), and some deadlines have been extended. Always check the official JAMB e-facility/CAPS portal for the official status of your admission.

This is why it matters: what “JAMB giving admission” actually means

When people ask “Has JAMB started giving admission?” they usually mean one of two related things:

1. Are schools uploading admission lists to JAMB CAPS (Central Admissions Processing System)? This is the system through which JAMB and institutions coordinate and record candidate offers. When a school uploads your name to CAPS it becomes the official record used to process matriculation and print admission letters.
2. Are candidates receiving individual admission offers on their JAMB e-facility (CAPS) dashboard? Candidates will see messages like “Congratulation, you have been offered admission” on CAPS and can Accept or Reject the offer. Once accepted, they can print their admission letter via the JAMB portal.

Both must happen for an admission to be processed properly: schools submit lists and JAMB CAPS shows it to individual candidates who then accept or reject.

Official JAMB position (what JAMB is doing in 2026)

JAMB has published official guidance and maintains its CAPS platform for the 2025/2026 admission exercise. Key points from JAMB’s official pages and bulletins:

• JAMB’s CAPS system remains the official place to monitor and confirm admission status. Candidates should use the e-facility to check admission messages, accept/reject offers, and print admission letters.
• The Board released the 2025 policy meeting outcomes (including minimum admission scores and the official timelines) and has published bulletins and FAQs related to UTME and admission processes.
• JAMB has acknowledged concerns and complaints following result releases and maintains a public bulletin/news feed for updates related to admissions and system issues. Candidates are advised to follow official JAMB channels for the most accurate guidance.

If you want the single most important source to bookmark: JAMB CAPS / JAMB e-facility on the official JAMB site is the authoritative platform for admission offers. Also See: JAMB Matriculation List 2025/2026: Check Your Status &; Secure Admission

2026 admission timeline: key dates and policy changes

High-level timeline (2025/2026 admission cycle, summary of published policy and news):

• UTME registrations and UTME activity: UTME applications and the 2026 UTME were administered earlier in the year, with the Board publishing related bulletins in March and April (UTME application windows and test administration).
• Policy meeting and minimum scores (July 2026): The 2026 JAMB policy meeting set minimum tolerable admission scores (e.g., universities minimum 150) and other admission conditions to guide institutions. Institutions were given deadlines to conclude admissions by particular dates (e.g., initial public university deadline end-October).
• Admissions window & CAPS activities (from August–November 2026): Institutions began processing and uploading admission lists to CAPS from late summer into autumn. Many schools started giving provisional offers earlier, and candidates began seeing offers on CAPS. Some universities and polytechnics posted admission lists on the JAMB portal and on their own websites.
• Deadline extensions (October–November 2026): Due to administrative issues and stakeholder requests, JAMB extended admission deadlines for some institutions (for example, a public universities deadline extension to November 17, 2026 was reported). This means some admissions continued into November 2026.

What this means for candidates: institutions upload at different times. Some will complete early; others will continue up to the Board’s final deadline. Regularly check your CAPS dashboard until the admission window closes — some schools publish supplementary or correction lists later (supplementary admissions).

How to check your JAMB admission status (step-by-step)

Step 1 — Go to the official JAMB e-facility: https://efacility.jamb.gov.ng/ (or https://portal.jamb.gov.ng/ for admission-related functions).

Step 2 — Login using your REGISTERED EMAIL and password (the one you used to register for UTME/DE). If you used a CBT center or changed your email, confirm details at an accredited JAMB center.

Step 3 — Click “Check Admission Status” or Access My CAPS. You may need to use the desktop mode on mobile browsers to see the full CAPS interface.

Step 4 — Select the exam year (2025) and enter your JAMB registration number (if prompted) — then click “Check Admission Status.”

Possible outcomes you’ll see:

• “Congratulations, you have been offered admission.” — The CAPS page will show your photo and the message; you must then accept or reject the offer (see next section).
• “Sorry, no admission has been given yet.” — Means the institution has not uploaded a recommendation for you or JAMB has not processed it. Check later.
• “Recommended” or “Approved” statuses may appear depending on where your admission is in the institution-to-JAMB pipeline.

Tip: Keep screenshots (but blur personal details) if you need to contact JAMB or your institution about discrepancies.

What it means when a school uploads to JAMB CAPS.

• Recommended — The institution recommends you for admission but JAMB may still need to process/validate details.
• Approved — The Board has processed the recommendation; on approval you will typically see an official admission offer on your CAPS dashboard.
• Admitted (or Admission Offered) — This is the actionable stage where you must accept or reject the offer on CAPS. Once accepted, you can print your admission letter from the JAMB portal.

Remember: the school’s internal list may be published on its website, but the official record that counts for matriculation is the JAMB CAPS record.

Common reasons some candidates don’t see admission yet

If you’re waiting and still see “No admission given yet,” common reasons include:

1. Your O-Level (WAEC/NECO) results have not been uploaded or verified — institutions often don’t process admissions for candidates whose O-Level results are marked “Awaiting Results.” Check your O-Level upload status on the JAMB portal.
2. School hasn’t finished processing — institutions process lists on their timelines. Some publish early; others wait until after post-UTME screening or internal meetings.
3. Course/subject combination issues — If your UTME subjects or O-Level combination don’t meet the chosen course’s requirements, the school may not recommend you.
4. Verification delays or complaints — JAMB may slow processing when many complaints or verification issues arise (JAMB has issued public statements acknowledging complaint volumes in 2025).
5. Admission quotas or cut-offs — the institution’s cut-off mark or quota may mean your score doesn’t meet the threshold. The 2025 policy meeting set minimum tolerable scores — e.g., universities minimum 150 — but many universities use higher internal cutoffs. Read..JAMB DE (JAMB Direct Entry) Registration 2025/2026: Step-by-Step & ; Requirements 

What to do after you’ve been offered admission (accept/reject, print admission letters, next steps)

Step A — Accept or reject on CAPS

• If you want the admission, accept it on CAPS. You can also reject if you prefer a different offer (but read deadlines: you may lose offers if you reject or don’t act within the allowed window). Many sources advise candidates to accept offers promptly to secure their place.

Step B — Print your JAMB Admission Letter

• Once you accept, you can print your admission letter from the JAMB portal — this is often required during school clearance.

Step C — Pay school acceptance fees and follow institution-specific clearance steps

• Each school publishes its own clearance schedule for accepted candidates (medicals, screening, fee payment). Check your chosen institution’s website or admissions office for specific steps.

Step D — Matriculate and upload matriculation list

• After you complete school clearance, the institution will submit the matriculation list to JAMB (schools must submit matriculation lists within a stipulated time after matriculation). Ensure your documents are correctly processed.

Important note: Keep your phone number and email active and ensure they are the same ones registered with JAMB — JAMB may send SMS updates or require SMS actions (e.g., accept via shortcode 55019 depending on instructions in 2025).

Special cases explained

Direct Entry (DE) candidates
DE candidates (for HND/ND or degree entry via A-level/OND/NCE) follow similar CAPS processes — check DE upload status and ensure required documents are uploaded.

Awaiting-result candidates
If you applied with “awaiting result,” the institution may defer processing until you upload your results. Some institutions may allow provisional admission; others will wait until O-Level results are verified. Always upload your results promptly via an accredited CBT center if needed.

Course transfer / change of course offers
Sometimes an institution may offer you admission into a course different from your choice (they may recommend course transfers). You will see these details on CAPS and must accept within the given timeframe. Unaccepted transfers may expire.

Supplementary admission lists
Some institutions publish supplementary lists after initial rounds. These are often uploaded to CAPS when the school still has spaces or wants to rectify earlier lists. Regular monitoring is important.

Tips to increase chances and avoid mistakes during admission season

• Verify O-Level uploads immediately. If “Awaiting Result,” go to an accredited JAMB center to upload your validated O-Level results. This is one of the most common blockers.
• Check CAPS daily during peak periods. Institutions upload lists at different times; early morning or late-night uploads are common.
• Accept an offer if you want the spot. Don’t wait for a “better” offer unless you’re sure. Accepting secures your spot — you can later apply for change of course/institution through approved channels.
• Watch official deadlines — JAMB has set final dates for institutions to conclude admissions; be mindful of extensions that may appear in news updates. In 2025 some deadlines were extended into November.
• Avoid third-party scams. Use official JAMB and school portals; don’t pay to “expedite” admission outside official channels.
• Keep documentation organized. Print and store your JAMB admission letter, result slips, and school acceptance receipts for matriculation.

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

Q1 — Has JAMB started giving admission in 2026?
A: Yes. Schools have started uploading admission lists and candidates are receiving offers on JAMB CAPS for the 2025/2026 session. However, timelines vary by institution and some deadlines were extended, so keep checking CAPS.

Q2 — How do I know if an admission offer is genuine?
A: Only offers visible on your official JAMB CAPS dashboard are valid. Do not rely solely on social media, screenshots, or third-party messages. Always log into the JAMB e-facility to verify offers.

Q3 — How long do I have to accept an offer?
A: The acceptance window can vary by institution and the nature of the offer. JAMB and schools often set specific timeframes; accept promptly when you receive an offer to avoid expiry.

Q4 — What if my name is on the school list but not on CAPS?
A: The JAMB CAPS record is the official record. Contact the institution’s admission office to confirm that they have submitted the recommendation to JAMB. If they confirm they did, contact JAMB support with evidence.

Q5 — JAMB extended admission deadlines — does this mean admissions aren’t finished?
A: Extension of deadlines simply gives institutions more time to complete admissions. Some schools finish earlier; others take advantage of extensions to complete supplementary admissions or resolve issues. Stay logged into CAPS until the final deadline.

Conclusion

JAMB CAPS is the authoritative admission system. While many schools started uploading 2025 admission lists and offers are being processed, the admission exercise for 2025/2026 can extend into late months (e.g., November) depending on policy changes and extensions. Keep checking official JAMB channels and your chosen school’s website for the most current information.