Are you waiting for your JAMB admission in 2025/2026? Then you have probably heard people talking about JAMB CAPS. But what exactly is it, and how can you use it to secure your admission?
In this guide, I will answer the most common questions students ask, give clear steps, and show you what to do next after seeing your admission offer.
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What is JAMB CAPS?
JAMB CAPS (Central Admission Processing System) is the online platform where JAMB manages all university, polytechnic, and college of education admissions in Nigeria.
Instead of waiting for your school to paste names on a notice board, CAPS allows you to:
- See your real-time admission status
- Accept or reject admission offers instantly
- Print your admission letter after acceptance
Did you know?
According to JAMB’s 2024 data, over 1.8 million candidates wrote UTME, but less than 600,000 got admission offers. That’s why CAPS is so important you don’t want to miss when your name shows up!
How Do I Know If I have Been Offered Admission?
Simple. JAMB CAPS will show you two possible responses:
“Congratulations, you have been offered admission” – with your photo and school details.
“Sorry, no admission has been given yet” – meaning your admission is still processing.
How Can I Check My Admission Status on JAMB CAPS?
Follow these steps (takes less than 3 minutes):
- Go to efacility.jamb.gov.ng
- Login with your registered email & password
- Click “Check Admission Status”
- Select “Access My CAPS”
- Click “Admission Status” to see your result
Pro Tip for Mobile Users: If you only see “Welcome” and no admission menu, switch to Desktop Mode on Chrome.
What Should I Do After JAMB Offers Me Admission?
If you see “Congratulations,” you must:
1. Accept or Reject Admission
Send Text: [Your Reg Number] ACCEPT to 55019 or 66019 using your JAMB-registered phone number
Example:
To Accept: 202550006742TY ACCEPT
To Reject: 202556857673GH REJECT
Deadline: within 4 weeks
2. Print Your Admission Letter
- Log in again to your JAMB profile
- Print the letter (you will need it for clearance & registration in your school)
Evidence from 2024: About 30% of students lost their admission because they did not accept on time. Don’t be part of that statistic!
What If I Lost My JAMB Phone Number?
No problem. Just visit the nearest JAMB-accredited centre to confirm your admission status and accept/reject it there.
Why Is My Admission Not Showing Yet?
Here are 3 common reasons:
- Your school has not uploaded the list yet
- You don’t meet the cut-off mark
- JAMB is still processing your application
Keep checking CAPS regularly. Schools upload admission in batches, so don’t panic if yours is delayed.
Quick Checklist Before You Relax
- Login to JAMB CAPS today
- Switch to desktop mode if on phone
- Accept your admission immediately when offered
- Print admission letter for clearance
- Keep checking until your school finalizes the list
ALSO READ:
How to Check Your JAMB Result 2025/2026
Final Words for Candidates
Getting admission in Nigeria is competitive, but JAMB CAPS makes it transparent. No more waiting endlessly for notice boards. Your admission journey is now in your hands.
Share this guide with your friends still waiting for admission. They will thank you later.
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