How to Check Your Admission Status on JAMB CAPS Portal

The JAMB Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS) is the official platform for checking admission status, accepting offers, and printing admission letters. This guide covers everything you need to know about using CAPS for the 2025/2026 admission exercise.

How to Check Your Admission Status on JAMB CAPS

Follow these steps to check if you have been offered admission:

1. Visit the JAMB e-Facility portal at efacility.jamb.gov.ng
2. Log in with your registered email address and password
3. Click on "Access My CAPS" from your dashboard
4. Select "Admission Status" from the left menu
5. Your admission status will be displayed

Understanding Your Admission Status

After checking, you will see one of these messages:

• "CONGRATULATIONS, YOU HAVE BEEN OFFERED PROVISIONAL ADMISSION" - You can proceed to accept the offer
• "ADMISSION IN PROGRESS" - Your admission is still being processed. Check back later
• "NOT ADMITTED" - You have not been considered for admission yet

How to Accept Your Admission on CAPS

Once you receive an admission offer, you must accept it within the stipulated timeframe:

1. Log in to the JAMB e-Facility portal
2. Access your CAPS dashboard
3. Click on "Admission Status"
4. Click "Accept" to accept the admission offer
5. Confirm your decision when prompted

Important: Once you accept or reject admission, you cannot change your decision. Choose carefully.

How to Print Your Admission Letter

After accepting your admission:

1. Return to your CAPS dashboard
2. Click on "Print Admission Letter"
3. Download and print your official admission letter

You will need this letter during clearance and registration at your institution.

CAPS Admission Deadline

Candidates typically have four weeks to accept admission offers. JAMB announces specific deadlines for each admission cycle. Failure to accept within the deadline may result in forfeiture of the admission.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Cannot See Admission Status Option on Phone?

If using a mobile phone, you may not see all options. Switch to desktop mode in your browser (Chrome recommended) to view the complete page.

Lost Registered Phone Number?

Candidates without access to their registered phone number should visit a JAMB-accredited centre to accept or reject admission.

Portal Not Loading?

Clear your browser cache, use a different browser, or try accessing during off-peak hours.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I check CAPS admission status with my phone?

Yes, but you may need to enable desktop mode in your browser to see all options. The Chrome browser is recommended for mobile access.

What happens if I don't accept admission on time?

If you fail to accept admission within the deadline, you may lose the admission offer. The slot could be given to another candidate on the waiting list.

Can I reject admission and apply elsewhere?

Yes, you can reject an admission offer. However, this decision is final and cannot be reversed. You would need to apply again in the next admission cycle.

Official JAMB Portals

• JAMB e-Facility Portal - Main login portal
• JAMB CAPS - Direct CAPS access
• JAMB Portal - Official JAMB website