To proceed to check the available admission lists for 2026/2027, find below, a list of all schools’ admission lists and click on the link indicating the name of the school. If your school of choice is not on the list at the moment, you are advised to check regularly to know when it has been added. All applicants are also advised to ensure they check their admission status via JAMB CAPS regularly as many schools may not officially announce the release of their admission list but the lists may have been uploaded on JAMB CAPS. This will grant you access to the guidelines on how to check the school’s admission list.
This page provides a regularly updated compilation of schools that have released their admission lists for the 2026/2027 academic session, with instructions on how candidates can check their admission status. The post will be updated the moment any school announces the release of its 2026/2027 admission list.
If you’ve received a confirmation of admission on JAMB CAPS, kindly let us know in the comments section. This will help inform other candidates who are still waiting for admission offers from the same institution, so they can also check their status.
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So far, the universities, polytechnics, and Colleges of education that have released their 2026/2027 Admission lists are listed below;
Universities That Have Released Their 2026/2027 Admission Lists
As the 2026/2027 admission cycle progresses, a growing number of Nigerian universities have begun uploading their admission lists to JAMB CAPS and their own institutional portals. Based on the most recent updates, the following universities currently have admission lists available:
Federal Universities
- University of Benin (UNIBEN)
- Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK)
- Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB)
- Federal University of Technology, Ikot Abasi (FUTIA)
- Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) — admission offers available through JAMB CAPS
- Federal University of Health Sciences, Ila Orangun (FUHSI)
- Federal University of Health Sciences, Azare (FUHSA)
- Nigeria Maritime University (NMU) — admission list confirmed through JAMB CAPS
State Universities
- Kwara State University (KWASU)
- Lagos State University (LASU)
- Ebonyi State University (EBSU)
- Ignatius Ajuru University of Education (IAUE)
- University of Delta, Agbor (UNIDEL)
- Sa’adu Zungur University (SAZU), Bauchi State — notable for having released both its merit list and a second-batch list, one of the few institutions currently that far along in the process
- Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology (OAUSTECH)
- Southern Delta University (SDU)
- Prince Abubakar Audu University (PAAU)
Private Universities
- Adeleke University
- Al-Istiqama University (AUSU), Sumaila, Kano State — this institution also extended its Post-UTME application deadline as part of its ongoing admission exercise
- Minaret University
Candidates who applied to any of the schools above should log into their JAMB CAPS profile and check their respective school portals to confirm whether their name appears on the released list.
Polytechnics, Colleges, and Other Institutions
Admission lists are not limited to universities. A number of polytechnics and specialized institutions have also begun releasing 2026/2027 admission lists:
- Auchi Polytechnic — ND programmes admission list
- Delta State Polytechnic, Ogwashi-Uku (DSPG)
- Federal Polytechnic, Ado-Ekiti — ND admission list
- Federal Polytechnic, Bida — ND Full-Time admission list
- Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro — ND admission list
- Federal Polytechnic, Auchi — ND/HND admission lists
- Moshood Abiola Polytechnic (MAPOLY)
- Federal Polytechnic, Ukana
- Akanu Ibiam Federal Polytechnic — offers reported on JAMB CAPS
- Federal Polytechnic, Ohodo — ND admission list
- Federal Polytechnic, Nasarawa — HND admission list
- Federal Polytechnic, Ile-Oluji
Admission lists are also expected from monotechnics, Colleges of Nursing Sciences, Schools of Health, and other specialized colleges as the cycle progresses. This page will be updated as those institutions publish their lists.
Colleges That Have Released Admission Lists
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How to Check Your Admission Status on JAMB CAPS
Whether your school has been listed above or not, the primary way to confirm your personal admission status remains the JAMB Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS). Here is the general process:
- Visit the JAMB e-Facility portal at the official JAMB website.
- Log in using the email address and password linked to your JAMB profile.
- Locate and click on “Check Admission Status” on your dashboard.
- Select the correct examination year (2026) when prompted.
- Enter your JAMB registration number if requested.
- Click “Access My CAPS” to open your CAPS dashboard.
- Open the “Admission Status” section to see your current standing.
If admission has been offered, you will typically see options to Accept or Reject the offer. Where no offer is yet available, these options may appear greyed out, meaning your application is still being processed or reviewed by your chosen institution.
Common CAPS Statuses and What They Mean
- Admission Offered: Your institution has recommended you, and JAMB has approved the offer. You can proceed to accept or reject it.
- Admission In Progress / Being Considered: Your school is still reviewing your profile. This is a positive sign but not yet a confirmed offer.
- Not Admitted: No offer has been recorded yet. This does not necessarily mean you have been rejected outright, especially if admissions are still being processed in batches.
- Transfer Approval: You may have been offered a course or institution different from your first choice. Review this carefully before accepting or rejecting.
Candidates can also check their status using a smartphone browser, though it is generally recommended to switch to “Desktop Site” or “Desktop Mode” if the CAPS options do not display properly in standard mobile view.
Accepting or Rejecting an Admission Offer
Once an offer appears on your CAPS dashboard:
- Carefully review the institution, course, and mode of entry before responding.
- If satisfied, select “Accept” to confirm your admission.
- If you wish to remain available for another opportunity, select “Reject.” Rejecting an offer does not disqualify you from being considered by other institutions in later batches.
- Once you accept or reject an offer, the decision is treated as final, so take time to review the offer before responding.
Admission offers can also be accepted through SMS using the phone number registered with JAMB, which allows candidates to respond personally without sharing their login credentials with a third party.
After Accepting Admission
- Print your official JAMB admission letter directly from your CAPS dashboard once your offer has been accepted.
- Keep both a digital and hard copy of this letter, as it is often required during your institution’s clearance and registration process.
- Visit your institution’s admission portal for additional instructions, including acceptance fees, clearance schedules, and required documents.
- Ensure your O’Level results have been correctly uploaded where required, as this is a common source of delay in the clearance process.
- Monitor your school’s official portal regularly, since some institutions communicate clearance updates only through their own websites rather than through JAMB CAPS.
Why Some Schools Have Not Released Their Lists Yet
It is normal for admission lists to be released at different times across institutions. Some schools release only a merit list initially, followed by first, second, third, and even fourth batches as more candidates are processed. Others may still be conducting screening exercises, verifying O’Level results, or finalizing quota allocations before uploading names to JAMB CAPS.
If your institution of choice is not yet on this list, it does not necessarily mean anything is wrong with your application. Continue checking your JAMB CAPS profile regularly, and keep an eye on your school’s official admission or student affairs portal for updates.
Tips for Candidates Still Awaiting Admission
- Log into your JAMB e-Facility profile at least once every few days to check for status changes.
- Avoid relying solely on rumors or unofficial sources; always confirm admission status directly on JAMB CAPS or your school’s verified portal.
- Keep your JAMB registration number, email, and password secure and easily accessible, since you will need them repeatedly throughout the admission and clearance process.
- Where a status shows “Admission In Progress,” continue monitoring rather than assuming rejection, as many candidates in this category go on to receive offers in later batches.
- Prepare your required documents (O’Level results, birth certificate, local government identification, passport photographs) in advance so you are ready to proceed quickly once an offer is confirmed.
Conclusion
The 2026/2027 admission exercise is progressing steadily, with universities, polytechnics, and other institutions releasing admission lists in stages through JAMB CAPS and their individual portals. Institutions such as UNIBEN, UNIZIK, KWASU, LASU, EBSU, IAUE, UNIDEL, SAZU, OAUSTECH, Adeleke University, Al-Istiqama University, and NMU are among those that have already released updates, alongside several federal polytechnics and the Federal Unity Colleges’ JSS1 list.
Candidates whose schools have not yet appeared on this list are encouraged to remain patient and continue checking both JAMB CAPS and their institution’s portal regularly. This page will continue to be updated as additional schools announce their 2026/2027 admission lists. For details on how to check your admission status via JAMB CAPS. CLICK HERE.