BY NKECHI NAECHE-ESEZOBOR—-The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, (JAMB), on Monday announced to inform candidates, institutions and other stakeholders that the Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS) has been fully restored and is now operational, following the temporary disruption.
A statement posted via its official X account today added that with CAPS back online, institutions are urged to accelerate their admission processes to recover lost time and meet the agreed admission deadlines. Candidates are also advised to promptly accept admission offers made to them.
The statement added that key deadlines for the 2026/2027 admission exercise:Public Universities: 31 October 2026; Private Universities: 30 November 2026 and Other Tertiary Institutions: 31 December 2026.
The board went further to advised candidates who previously awaited their results to upload and/or verify them promptly to ensure their credentials are available for consideration as institutions intensify their admission processes.
JAMB, also apologised for the inconvenience caused by the temporary disruption and appreciates the patience and understanding of all stakeholders.









