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09/05/2026

JAMB 2026 ADMISSIONS: 2026/2027 POST-UTME & SCREENING FORM RELEASED

The list of institutions that have released their admission forms for the 2026/2027 academic session:

UNIVERSITIES:
- Covenant University – Admission Form Released.

- ABUAD (Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti) – Admission Form Released

- Bowen University, Iwo – Admission Form Released

- Kings University, Ode-Omu, Osun State – Admission Form Released

- Caleb University – Admission Form Released
Cut-off mark: 160

- Visionary University, Ogun State – Admission Form Released

- lllJimoh Babalola University, Ilorin – Admission Form Released

- Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) – Admission Form Released

TEACHING HOSPITALS / HEALTH INSTITUTIONS

- University of Uyo Teaching Hospital (UUTH) – Admission Form Released.

- University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital (UITH) – Admission Form Released

- University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan- Admission Form Released
Programmes: ND Full-Time & HND Full-Time

COLLEGES OF HEALTH TECHNOLOGY & POLYTECHNICS:
-Oyo State College of Health Science and Technology –Admission Form Released

- Kwara State College of Health Technology, Offa – Admission Form Released

- Osun State College of Health Technology – Admission Form Released

- The Polytechnic, Ibadan – Admission Forms Released
Programmes:
ND Full-Time & Part-Time

HND Full-Time & Part-Time

Note: Prospective candidates are advised to visit the official websites of these institutions for detailed admission requirements, application procedures, deadlines, and specific programme information.

09/05/2026

JAMB Direct Entry Registration Extended to 22nd May 2026.

09/05/2026

JAMB Bust sophisticated UTME Examination Malpractice syndicate in Delta state

09/05/2026

JAMB WITHDRAWS SOME 2026 UTME RESULTS, ANNOUNCES MOP-UP EXAMINATION:

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has commenced the withdrawal of certain 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) results, with affected candidates set to participate in a forthcoming mop-up examination.

According to notifications sent to candidates, the Board informed affected individuals that their previously released UTME results had been withdrawn and that they would be rescheduled for another examination.

“Your 2026 UTME result has been withdrawn. You will be rescheduled for the mop-up exam. Date and time will be communicated accordingly,” the notification read.

The mop-up examination is expected to be held in the second week of May as JAMB intensifies preparations for the commencement of the 2026 admission process.

Please note, not all Candidate JAMB score were withdrawn, only those affected will receive an SMS message or mail notification.

08/05/2026

IMPORTANT UPDATE ON NECO EXAMINATIONS:

The Federal Government has officially announced that NECO will begin transitioning to Computer-Based Examinations (CBE/CBT) starting this year.

The announcement was made today by the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, during NECO’s 25th Anniversary (Silver Jubilee) celebration held in Abuja.

According to the minister, the new computer-based examination system is aimed at:

• Reducing examination malpractice
• Improving examination security
• Enabling real-time monitoring of candidates
• Detecting suspicious activities during examinations
• Modernizing Nigeria’s examination system

The minister described the reform as a major step forward for NECO and Nigeria’s educational system.

At the event, NECO also revealed that the council now conducts examinations in 8 countries and has expanded its digital operations, including electronic result verification and technology-driven examination processes.

Although the minister confirmed that the Computer-Based Examination (CBE) will commence this year, no official statement was made today on whether candidates will have an option between Paper-Pencil Test (PPT) and CBT.

Further directives and implementation details are expected to be released officially by NECO in due time.

Students, parents, schools, and stakeholders are therefore advised to stay updated and begin preparing for a more technology-driven examination system.

06/05/2026

JAMB BULLETIN:
Kindly check the bulletin for your perusal.

05/05/2026

JAMB 2026 Policy meeting loading…

04/05/2026

OLABISI ONABANJO UNIVERSITY (OOU) AGO-IWOYE: SCHOOL FEES BREAKDOWN FOR 2025/2026 ACADEMIC SESSION

03/05/2026

JAMB Announces Proposed Date for 2026 Mop-Up Examination Amid Technical Concerns

Updates gathered that the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has proposed a date for the 2026 mop-up examination for candidates who experienced technical issues during the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).

𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐗 (𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐓𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫) 𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐉𝐀𝐌𝐁’𝐬 𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐤𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧, 𝐃𝐫. 𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐣𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧, 𝐢𝐧 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐚 𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞’𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐲 𝐨𝐧 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐚𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐰𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐛𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐢𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐞𝐱𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧.

According to the response, JAMB has made arrangements for a mop-up exercise to accommodate all candidates who encountered difficulties during their initial exam. 𝐖𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝟕𝐭𝐡 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐝, 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐞𝐱𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞𝐥𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐚𝐲.

Candidates are advised to stay updated through JAMB’s official channels for confirmation of the exact date and further directives regarding the mop-up examination.

03/05/2026

JAMB HOLDS POLICY MEETING MAY 11TH
.. MINISTER TO UNVEIL KEY POLICY DIRECTION

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB)has concluded arrangements to hold the 2026 Policy Meeting on Admissions scheduled for 11th May, 2026, at the Body of Benchers, Auditorium, located at Plot 688, Institute and Research District, FCC Phase III, Jabi, Abuja.

The 2026 Policy Meeting promises to be exciting as key policy direction will be unveiled by the Honourable Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa.

The Board's annual policy meeting on admissions is a crucial annual gathering where stakeholders decide minimum tolerable UTME marks, admission guidelines, and policies for tertiary institutions.

Furthermore, the meeting is expected to, in particular, formally sets the tone for the 2026/2027 admission exercise while impressing it on attendees the need to adhere strictly to stipulated guidelines.

Attendees at the 2026 meeting would include critical stakeholders such as Vice-Chancellors, Rectors, Provosts, Registrars and their admission officers.

Others are regulatory bodies ranging from the National Universities Commission(NUC), National Commission for Colleges of Education(NCCE), to the National Board for Technical Education(NBTE), among others.

Goodwill messages will also be taken from NELFUND, NYSC, and other critical stakeholders.

Also slated to hold is the 6th Edition of the National Tertiary Admissions Performance-Merit Awards (NATAP-M), which has ensure strict adherence to admission guidelines and also contributed greatly to the development of tertiary education in the country.

Fabian Benjamin, Ph.D., OrgExpert
JAMB PCA

01/05/2026

Dear JAMBITES,Let me clear you all on the issue of CUT OFF MARK. Because,

I just realized that so many JAMBITES don't know much about cut off mark.Thats why, you will see someone going for a competitive course with 200 as JAMB score and he or she will be happy,after all ,the university will definitely NOT cut more than 200.

See,as a university aspirant, it's important to know that "cut-off mark" is not just one fixed number. There are actually different types of cut-off marks, and each plays a unique role in your admission journey.

Let me break the different TYPES of CUTOFF MARKS down for you.Number 3 is the most Important.

1. JAMB General Cut-off Mark.

This is the minimum score set by JAMB (Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board) for all universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education in Nigeria.

For universities, it's usually around 140–180

For polytechnics, it might be 120–180

Note that,this JAMB general cut off mark is just the baseline. It doesn't guarantee admission. It only means you’re qualified to apply to institutions.

2. Institutional Cut-off Mark.

Each school sets its own cut-off mark above JAMB’s general minimum, depending on its standards, popularity, and competition.

For Example:

UniJos or UNN might set 200 as their cut-off mark

ABU might use 180

A private university may accept 160.

So even if JAMB says 160 is okay, the school may demand more than 160 But they can't Cut LESS than 160.

3. Departmental Cut-off Mark.

This is the minimum score you need to gain admission into a specific course or department in a university or polytechnic.

It is more important than the general school cut-off because it determines if you can study the course you applied for.

How is it decided? Each department looks at:

1. The number of students applying for that course

2. The number of available slots (admission spaces)

3. How well students performed in JAMB (UTME) and Post-UTME.

Let me give you an instance,

Let's say you applied to study Nursing at UNN.

-- 1,000 students also applied

-- The school only has 100 spaces for Nursing

-- Many students scored high marks in JAMB and Post-UTME

Because of this tight competition, the department may set a high cut-off mark like 298.

Now imagine another course like Animal Science,

-- Only 200 students applied

--The department has 150 slots

-- Most of the students didn’t score very high

They may set the departmental cut-off at 190.

So, the point is, Even if the school’s general cut-off mark is 180, the departmental cut-off is what really decides if you will be admitted into your specific course.

Not this just an example, General Jamb cut off mark for this year has not yet been announced till after the policy meeting coming up May 11th, 2026

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