JAMB Admission Deadlines 2025/2026: What Candidates and Institutions Must Know
Summary
JAMB sets 2025/2026 admission deadlines: Public universities by October 31, private universities November 30, others December 31.
JAMB Admission Deadlines 2025/2026: What Candidates and Institutions Must Know
Following directives from the 2025 Policy Meeting chaired by Nigeria's Minister of Education, JAMB has announced firm deadlines for all tertiary institutions to conclude their admission exercises for the 2025/2026 academic session.
Official Admission Deadlines
All institutions must complete their admission processes within these timelines:
| Institution Type | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Public Universities | October 31, 2025 |
| Private Universities | November 30, 2025 |
| All Other Institutions (Polytechnics, Colleges of Education, etc.) | December 31, 2025 |
What This Means for Candidates
These deadlines affect you directly:
- Post-UTME screenings must be conducted and concluded well before these dates
- Admission offers will be uploaded to JAMB CAPS before the deadlines
- No extensions - institutions that miss these deadlines may not be able to admit candidates for the session
Actions to Take Now
- Check if your chosen institution has announced Post-UTME dates
- Upload your O'level results if you haven't already
- Monitor JAMB CAPS regularly for admission status updates
- Accept or reject admission offers promptly when they appear
Purpose of These Deadlines
The policy aims to stabilize Nigeria's academic calendar and ensure timely commencement of academic sessions across all tertiary institutions. This coordination helps students plan their education timeline more effectively.
Candidates are advised to take advantage of this structured timeline by completing all required processes early rather than waiting until deadlines approach.
Source: JAMB 2025 Policy Meeting directives
