Ebonyi State University (EBSU) Releases Merit Admission List 2025/2026 on JAMB CAPS

Ebonyi State University (EBSU) has released its Merit Admission List for the 2025/2026 academic session. Successful candidates can now check their admission status through the JAMB Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS).

How to Check Your Admission Status

Via JAMB CAPS (Primary Method)

1. Visit jamb.gov.ng/Efacility
2. Log in with your JAMB registration number and password
3. Click on "Check Admission Status"
4. Select "Access my CAPS"
5. Your EBSU admission status will be displayed

Via EBSU Portal (Alternative Method)

1. Visit the EBSU official website
2. Navigate to the Admissions section
3. Click on "2025/2026 Merit Admission List"
4. Download the PDF file
5. Search for your name or JAMB registration number

Understanding Your Admission Status

If Your Status Shows "Admitted"

Congratulations! You've been offered admission to EBSU. Here's what to do next:

1. Accept Your Admission
   • Send "ACCEPT" via SMS to 55019 or 66019
   • Must use the phone number registered on JAMB
   • Do this within 72 hours of seeing your admission
2. Print Admission Letter
   • After accepting, return to JAMB CAPS
   • Download and print your admission letter
   • Keep multiple copies for safety
3. Check EBSU Portal
   • Visit EBSU website for next steps
   • Look for acceptance fee payment details
   • Note registration and clearance dates

If Your Status Shows "Admission in Progress"

Your application is still under review:

• Continue checking JAMB CAPS daily
• Status may change as university processes more applications
• Don't panic - admissions are released in multiple batches
• Ensure your JAMB profile information is complete

If Your Status Shows "Not Admitted"

You weren't admitted in this merit list:

• Watch for supplementary admission lists
• EBSU may release additional batches
• Consider changing institution if other options are available
• Keep monitoring JAMB CAPS for status updates

Accepting Your Admission via SMS

Acceptance Process

To accept your EBSU admission offer:

• Message: Type "ACCEPT" (in capital letters)
• Send To: 55019 or 66019 (both work)
• Phone Number: MUST be the one registered on JAMB
• Cost: Standard SMS rate from your network provider

Common SMS Issues

• SMS not delivering: Try the alternate number (66019 if you used 55019)
• Wrong phone number: Only your JAMB-registered number works
• No confirmation: Wait 24-48 hours, then check JAMB CAPS again
• Network issues: Try switching to a different network temporarily

Rejecting Your Admission

If you don't want EBSU admission:

• Send "REJECT" via SMS to 55019 or 66019
• This frees up the spot for another candidate
• Only reject if you have better admission offers
• Rejection is final and cannot be reversed

After Accepting Admission

Immediate Actions

1. Print Admission Letter: From JAMB CAPS (very important)
2. Visit EBSU Portal: Check for payment and registration instructions
3. Note Deadlines: Acceptance fee and registration have strict timelines
4. Prepare Documents: Gather all required certificates and documents

Required Documents for Clearance

You'll typically need:

• JAMB admission letter (printed from CAPS)
• JAMB result slip (original and photocopy)
• O'Level certificates (original and photocopies)
• Birth certificate or age declaration
• State of origin certificate or attestation letter
• Passport photographs (various quantities)
• Medical fitness certificate

Acceptance Fee and Registration

Typical Timeline

• Acceptance Fee Payment: Usually within 2-3 weeks of admission
• Physical Clearance: Begins after acceptance fee payment
• Course Registration: After successful clearance
• Lectures Begin: Check academic calendar

Important Financial Obligations

• Acceptance fee (amount on EBSU portal)
• School fees for first semester
• Departmental/faculty fees
• Hostel accommodation (if required)

What Is Merit Admission?

Merit admission is the primary admission list based on:

• Combined JAMB and Post-UTME scores
• O'Level results
• Departmental cut-off requirements
• Available spaces in each programme

It's different from supplementary or catchment admissions which may come later.

If You're Not on the List

Don't Give Up Yet

EBSU and other universities often release:

• Second Batch Lists: Additional merit admissions
• Supplementary Lists: For candidates close to cut-off
• Catchment Lists: For Ebonyi State indigenes
• ELDS Lists: For educationally disadvantaged states

Alternative Actions

• Check admission status at other universities you applied to
• Consider changing institution on JAMB if windows are still open
• Look into private universities with ongoing admissions
• Explore polytechnics and colleges of education

About EBSU

Ebonyi State University, located in Abakaliki, offers:

• Wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes
• Modern facilities and learning resources
• Quality education in Ebonyi State
• Affordable state university tuition
• Growing academic reputation

Important Reminders

• Check your JAMB CAPS daily during admission period
• Respond to admission offers promptly (accept or reject)
• Keep your phone and email active for notifications
• Save proof of all transactions and communications
• Don't pay anyone claiming to help with admission - it's free on JAMB CAPS

Congratulations to Admitted Students!

If you're on the merit list, well done! Your hard work in JAMB, Post-UTME, and O'Level examinations has paid off. Accept your admission promptly and prepare for an exciting academic journey at EBSU.

For those still waiting, stay hopeful and continue monitoring - additional admission batches may include your name!

Source: MySchool.ng