JAMB 2024: Top 10 Institutions Chosen as First Choice By Candidates

Following the release of the 2024 JAMB UTME results, the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) held the 2024 JAMB Admission Policy meeting today, 18th July and disclosed the top ten universities that were picked most by candidates as their first choice institution during the 2024 JAMB registration.

JAMB 2024 Statistics: Top 10 Most Sought-After Universities

Here is the list of the most sought-after universities in Nigeria during the 2024 UTME registration. These institutions are the top most-chosen institutions during the 2024 JAMB UTME registration, i.e. they have the highest number of candidates seeking admission into them.

Also See: JAMB Registration Statistical Reports on UTME Applications

Top Ten Most Sought-After Universities

1. University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Kwara State

   • Total Applications: 64,143
   • Percentage: 3.22%
   • 2023 Position: 1st

2. Lagos State University, Ojo, Lagos State

   • Total Applications: 63,643
   • Percentage: 3.34%
   • 2023 Position: 5th

3. University of Lagos, Lagos State

   • Total Applications: 59,105
   • Percentage: 2.97%
   • 2023 Position: 2nd

4. Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti State

   • Total Applications: 55,483
   • Percentage: 2.78%
   • 2023 Position: 4th

5. Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State

   • Total Applications: 54,485
   • Percentage: 2.73%
   • 2023 Position: Not in top ten

6. University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Oyo State

   • Total Applications: 50,598
   • Percentage: 2.54%
   • 2023 Position: 3rd

7. University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Enugu State

   • Total Applications: 48,544
   • Percentage: 2.44%
   • 2023 Position: 6th

8. University of Benin, Benin City, Edo State

   • Total Applications: 43,134
   • Percentage: 2.16%
   • 2023 Position: 7th

9. Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun State

   • Total Applications: 42,175
   • Percentage: 2.12%
   • 2023 Position: 9th

10. University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State

    • Total Applications: 40,176
    • Percentage: 2.01%
    • 2023 Position: Not in top ten

Highlights and Trends:

• University of Ilorin retains its position as the most preferred university with over 64,000 first-choice applications, maintaining its lead from previous years.
• Lagos State University saw a significant jump from the 5th position in 2023 to the 2nd position in 2024, highlighting a growing preference among candidates.
• Nnamdi Azikiwe University re-entered the top ten list, indicating a renewed interest in the institution.
• Traditional favorites such as the University of Lagos and the University of Ibadan continue to attract a large number of applicants, though they have shifted positions compared to previous years.

The 2024 Policy Meeting on Admissions is crucial for determining the guidelines and modalities for the 2024/2025 academic session, which will shape the educational future of millions of candidates in Nigeria. The meeting, attended by heads of tertiary institutions, regulatory bodies, and other stakeholders, emphasizes the importance of transparency, equity, and adherence to approved admission criteria to ensure a fair admission process.

You would notice that all these Universities are conventional Universities that offer courses in all or almost all disciplines. If you chose any the above-listed universities during the 2024 UTME registration, you now have a sense of how many applicants you are competing with for admission.

Also See: Nigerian Universities and Their Catchment Areas

You can also see other JAMB 2024 registration insights via the link below:

JAMB Registration and UTME Application Statistics