JAMB Extends 2025 Admission Deadline for Public Universities

JAMB has extended the 2025 public university admission deadline to November 17, 2025, ensuring fairness and inclusiveness in the ongoing admission process.

JAMB Announces New Admission Deadline for 2025

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially extended the 2025 admission deadline for all public universities in Nigeria.
Initially scheduled to end on Friday, October 31, 2025, the new deadline has now been moved to Monday, November 17, 2025.

This extension provides universities with extra time to process and finalize all pending admissions for the 2025/2026 academic session.

For official updates, visit the JAMB official website.

Reasons for the 2025 JAMB Admission Deadline Extension

JAMB’s decision to extend the admission timeline was based on recent challenges and developments within the higher education system.
Two major factors contributed to this decision:

1. Appeal from the Association of Vice-Chancellors of Nigerian Universities (AVCNU)

The AVCNU appealed to JAMB following disruptions caused by a court order that delayed the approval and release of the 2025/2026 admission list until October 28, 2025.
The appeal sought additional time to help universities affected by this legal issue complete their admission processes.

2. Accreditation of New University Programmes by the NUC

On October 29, 2025, the National Universities Commission (NUC) announced the accreditation of 229 new academic programmes across 37 Nigerian universities.
Admissions into these newly approved courses have just begun, requiring more time to ensure a fair and inclusive process for all students.
For details on newly accredited courses, visit the NUC official website.

Purpose of the Extension

According to JAMB, the extension aims to ensure:

Fairness and equal opportunity for all candidates.
Proper completion of admissions into public universities.
Inclusion of newly accredited programmes in the current admission cycle.

JAMB reiterated that this move aligns with its mission to maintain transparency, efficiency, and fairness in Nigeria’s tertiary education system.

JAMB’s Final Warning to Universities

Dr. Fabian Benjamin, JAMB’s Head of Media, emphasized that this new deadline is final and must be strictly adhered to.
He urged all universities to take advantage of the extension and avoid further delays.

“The Board expects all public universities to comply with this new date. This extension is final and meant to ensure fairness in the ongoing admission process,” — Dr. Fabian Benjamin.

What Candidates Should Do Now

For students waiting for admission into public universities, this extension is good news.
Here’s what you should do before November 17, 2025:

Log in to your JAMB CAPS portal regularly to check admission status.
Accept or reject admission offers promptly.
Ensure your O’level results are correctly uploaded on the JAMB portal.
Reach out to your chosen university’s admission office if you face any issues.

You can also watch JAMB’s official YouTube tutorials to better understand how the CAPS system works.

Conclusion: Act Before the Final Deadline

The new JAMB 2025 admission deadline for public universities—November 17, 2025—gives both universities and candidates more time to complete pending processes.
However, this is the final extension, and no further delays will be entertained.

Stay updated through the JAMB website or follow the JAMB Help Center on social platforms for real-time updates.