JAMB, NUC to Sanction Universities Over Irregular Admission
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), the National Universities Commission (NUC), the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE), and the National Commission for Colleges of Education have threatened to sanction universities selling application forms for the conduct of the 2026/2027 admissions.
The regulatory agencies, in a memo titled “Serialisation of guidelines for the 2026 admissions exercise,” directed that all applications for admissions to First Degree, National Diploma, National Innovation Diploma, and the Nigeria Certificate in Education into Full-Time, Distance Learning, Part-Time, Outreach, Sandwich, etc, must be processed only through JAMB Central Admission Processing System (JAMB-CAPS).
According to the memo, this is to curtail the high rate of irregular admissions conducted by institutions.
Though JAMB had commenced the conduct of the 2026/2027 admissions in August 2026, with the deadline pegged at December 31, 2026, it was gathered that some institutions were conducting admission out of JAMB-CAPS, hence the warning.
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FAQs: JAMB, NUC to Sanction Universities Over Irregular Admission
Why are JAMB and NUC planning to sanction universities over irregular admissions?
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) and the National Universities Commission (NUC) are taking steps to address the practice of universities admitting candidates outside approved admission procedures. The move is aimed at protecting the integrity of Nigeria’s admission system and ensuring compliance with established regulations.
What is irregular admission?
Irregular admission refers to the admission of candidates through processes that do not comply with approved admission guidelines. This may include admitting students outside the Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS) or failing to follow JAMB and NUC requirements.
What sanctions could universities face for irregular admissions?
Universities found violating admission regulations may face sanctions from the relevant authorities. Depending on the nature and severity of the violation, such measures could affect the institution’s admission processes and other regulatory approvals.
How could the move affect prospective university students?
Prospective students are advised to ensure that they obtain admission through approved channels and follow all JAMB requirements. Candidates should be properly registered with JAMB and ensure that their admission is processed through the appropriate official platforms to avoid problems with admission recognition.
What should students do to avoid irregular admission issues?
Candidates should apply only to approved institutions and follow official admission procedures. They should also regularly check their JAMB CAPS admission status, accept admission when offered, and avoid paying individuals or unofficial agents who promise to secure admission outside the approved process.
