Each year, numerous candidates forfeit their admission due to their negligence towards JAMB CAPS and what it offers.
If you have applied for admission to one of the Nigerian universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education, then it is a must that you understand JAMB CAPS 2026,
In this complete guide, you will learn:
What JAMB CAPS stands for
How to find your admission status
How to accept or deny admission
How to verify your admission
Some important notes and FAQs
Let’s begin.
What Is JAMB CAPS?
JAMB CAPS stands for Central Admission Processing System. The JAMB CAPS is an online platform created by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) to monitor and manage admission processes into Nigerian tertiary institutions.
Some of the features of the system include:
- Transparency in admission
- Merit-based selection
- Easy monitoring of admission offers
- Direct acceptance or rejection by candidates
All admission offers from universities, polytechnics, and colleges must be processed through JAMB CAPS.
What Can You Do on JAMB CAPS?
When you logged in to the JAMB CAPS Portal, some of the things you can do there are:
You can accept or reject an offer.
You can watch your status change right there.
You can upload your O-Level result if you have not done so before.
Note: Be careful before you accept your admission offer, once you accept, that’s it. No going back. If you reject, you stay open for another chance.
When Will JAMB CAPS 2026 Start?
JAMB CAPS usually becomes active shortly after institutions begin releasing admission lists for the 2026/2027 academic session.
Candidates are strongly advised to:
- Regularly check their CAPS portal
- Monitor their admission status weekly
- Accept offers immediately once admitted
Failure to act on time may result in losing the admission.
How To Check Your Admission on JAMB CAPS
Using Computer
- Enter JAMB e-facility. (https://efacility.jamb.gov.ng/)
- Enter your registered email address and password, then click Login.
- Click Check Admission Status.
- Pick your exam year, enter your JAMB number.
- Click Access my CAPS.
Check Admission Status
- Click on “Admission Status”
- You will see one of the following:
- Admission in Progress
- Not Admitted
- Congratulations! You have been offered admission
For those that have already been offered admission, you will find Accept and Reject there. If not, the buttons will remain grey.
Using Phone
- Open Chrome, then go to (https://efacility.jamb.gov.ng/)
- Log in.
- Tap Check Admission Status.
- If all you see is a welcome page, switch to desktop view (three dots top-right).
- Tap Admission Status then Search.
- Pick, accept or reject
How to Accept Admission on JAMB CAPS 2026
If you see “Congratulations! You have been offered admission”, do the following immediately:
- Click Accept Admission
- Confirm your choice
- Wait for the confirmation message
After accepting, print your JAMB Admission Letter from the portal.
⚠ Important: Once you reject admission, you may not get another offer.
How to Reject Admission on JAMB CAPS
If you are not satisfied with the course or institution offered:
- Click Reject Admission
- Confirm your decision
Be careful! Rejecting admission does not guarantee another offer.
What Does “Admission in Progress” Mean?
If your status shows Admission in Progress, it means:
- Your institution is still processing your admission.
- You should keep checking regularly.
- Do NOT panic.
How to Confirm Admission After Accepting
After accepting admission on JAMB CAPS:
- Visit your institution’s admission portal.
- Pay the acceptance fee.
- Complete school registration.
- Print your admission letter from both:
- JAMB portal
- School portal
Your admission is only fully secured after completing these steps.
What to Do After You Get an Admission Offer
If your JAMB CAPS shows “ADMISSION OFFERED.” Then it is good news. It means your school and JAMB have both approved your admission. Many students do not know what to do next at this point, we are going to break it down for you.
First, you are going to use the same phone number you used for JAMB registration and send ACCEPT or REJECT to 55019 or 66019.
After sending the message, you must wait for a few minutes, go back to the portal again to check if your choice has been recorded.
Log in to the JAMB portal and print your JAMB Admission Letter. This is what you will need for your school’s clearance, registration, and sometimes even for hostel application or verification.
Keep both soft and hard copies in safe places. It’s easier than trying to reprint it later when the portal gets busy.
What if the School Offers You Another Course?
Yes it always happens, you may be offered a course different from what you applied for, sometimes they’ll say, “You’re in, but for a different course.” This is what to do.
- Sign in to CAPS.
- Click Transfer Approval.
- Choose to accept or reject.
Common JAMB CAPS 2026 Issues and Solutions
1. Admission Showing on School Portal but Not on CAPS
Wait for synchronization. It may take a few days.
2. Unable to Access CAPS on Phone
Use:
- Desktop site mode on your browser
OR - Visit a CBT centre or cyber café
3. Wrong Course Offered
You can:
- Accept it
OR - Reject and wait (risky option)
Important Tips for Candidates
✔ Check CAPS at least twice weekly
✔ Accept admission immediately once offered
✔ Do not share your login details
✔ Print all necessary documents
✔ Follow your institution’s registration guidelines
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is JAMB CAPS acceptance compulsory?
Yes. Without accepting CAPS, your admission is not valid.
Can I accept admission and still change institutions?
No. Once accepted, you are committed to that institution unless you apply for a change properly through JAMB.
How long do I have to accept admission?
There is no fixed deadline, but institutions may withdraw unacceptable offers at any time.