Every year, hundreds of thousands of students in Nigeria wait anxiously for one thing after writing the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), admission. The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) created the Central Admission Processing System, popularly known as JAMB CAPS, to make that process transparent, fast, and fair.
The 2025 version comes with improved features, new guidelines, and better monitoring tools to help candidates track their admission status without confusion.
If you’re planning to secure admission this year or you’ve already written the UTME, understanding how JAMB CAPS works is crucial. It determines whether you’ll be offered admission, what course you’ll study, and which institution you’ll attend. Let’s look closely at everything you need to know about JAMB CAPS 2025, how it works, and how to use it effectively.
What Is JAMB CAPS?
The Central Admission Processing System (CAPS) is an online admission management system introduced by JAMB to automate and standardize the admission process across all Nigerian universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education. Before CAPS was introduced, institutions handled admissions manually, which caused inconsistencies and delays. CAPS now ensures that all admissions follow a transparent and merit-based process.
It serves as a bridge between JAMB, schools, and candidates. Through CAPS, JAMB verifies that every admission offer meets the required cut-off mark, course criteria, and institution quota before final approval.
How to Access JAMB CAPS 2025
To use CAPS, you’ll need to log in through the official JAMB e-Facility portal. Follow these steps carefully:
- Visit efacility.jamb.gov.ng.
- Log in using the email address and password linked to your JAMB profile.
- Once inside, click Check Admission Status on your dashboard.
- Click on Access CAPS.
- You’ll be redirected to your CAPS homepage where you can monitor your admission.
Make sure you always use a Chrome browser or switch your phone browser to “Desktop Mode” to see the full CAPS interface. On mobile, the buttons may be hidden unless you activate desktop view.
Here are 10 Things You Need to Know about JAMB CAPS in 2025
1. You Can Accept or Reject Admission
One of the main functions of JAMB CAPS is to allow you to accept or reject an admission offer. When a school offers you admission, it will appear under “Admission Status.” If you accept, the offer becomes final, and JAMB records you as admitted. If you reject, the system will make you available for other schools that still have open slots.
Important Tip: Once you accept an admission, you cannot undo it. Make sure you’re satisfied with the course and institution before clicking Accept Admission.
2. CAPS Monitors All Schools’ Admissions
Every institution in Nigeria must process its admissions through CAPS. This means universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education upload their recommended candidates to JAMB for verification. JAMB then approves or rejects the list based on merit, catchment area, and other factors.
This prevents schools from admitting unqualified students or exceeding their admission quota. So, if your school has offered you admission internally, it must still appear on CAPS before it becomes valid.
3. There Are Two Admission Status Types
On CAPS, you’ll come across two admission status types:
- Admission in Progress (AIP): This means your institution has shortlisted you, but JAMB hasn’t yet approved the admission.
- Congratulations, You’ve Been Offered Admission: This means JAMB has approved the offer, and you can proceed to accept it.
If your status shows “Not Admitted,” don’t panic. Schools release admissions in batches. Keep checking regularly.
4. You Can View Your O’Level Result Upload
Your admission cannot be processed if your O’Level result is not uploaded on the CAPS portal. CAPS allows you to confirm whether your WAEC or NECO result has been uploaded.
Here’s how:
Log in to your CAPS, click on My O’Level Result, and check if your grades appear there. If it’s empty, visit an accredited JAMB CBT centre to upload it immediately. Without that upload, your admission will remain pending.
5. There’s an Option to Change Course or Institution
If your preferred institution doesn’t offer you admission, you can still apply for a change of course or institution directly through the JAMB e-Facility portal. Once the change reflects, your CAPS will update automatically.
Always make sure to select schools that are still admitting candidates and courses that fit your JAMB score. This can increase your chances of getting admission in the same year.
6. CAPS Helps Prevent Multiple Admissions
Before CAPS, some candidates were admitted by two different schools at once. Now, that is no longer possible. Once you accept an admission on CAPS, every other offer becomes invalid.
This helps JAMB maintain a clean database and ensures that admission spaces are properly managed across all institutions.
7. Some Institutions Offer “Transfer of Admission”
Sometimes, your school may decide to offer you a different course from what you originally applied for. In this case, CAPS will show a message such as “You have been recommended for transfer to another programme.”
You must accept this transfer before the school can officially offer you admission in the new course. If you reject it, the system assumes you’re not interested, and the admission process for that course will stop.
8. CAPS Works with Both UTME and Direct Entry Candidates
Many people think CAPS is only for UTME students. That’s not true. It also processes Direct Entry (DE) admissions for candidates applying with A-Level results, NCE, or ND certificates. Whether you wrote UTME or applied through DE, your admission will still pass through CAPS for final approval.
9. Printing Your Admission Letter Is Done Through CAPS
After accepting admission, you can print your official JAMB Admission Letter from your e-Facility dashboard. It contains your details, course of study, and school information. You’ll need it for clearance at your school.
To print it:
- Log in to your JAMB e-Facility portal.
- Click Print Admission Letter.
- Make the required payment via Remita.
- Download and print the letter.
10. CAPS Is the Only Way to Verify a Valid Admission
If your admission doesn’t appear on CAPS, it’s not valid. Even if your name is on the school’s admission list, JAMB must approve it before it becomes official.
Always confirm your admission through CAPS before paying school fees or proceeding with registration. It’s the safest way to avoid losing money or getting scammed.
Common Problems on JAMB CAPS and Quick Fixes
Problem: “Invalid Login”
Solution: Check your email and password carefully. Use the same credentials you used during JAMB registration.
Problem: “CAPS not opening on mobile”
Solution: Switch your browser to desktop view. Chrome works best.
Problem: “Not Admitted Yet”
Solution: Keep checking. Admission is released in batches, and some schools upload late.
Problem: “O’Level result not showing”
Solution: Visit an accredited JAMB CBT centre to upload it again.
How to Know If You’ve Been Offered Admission
- Log in to your JAMB e-Facility portal.
- Click on Check Admission Status.
- Then click on Access CAPS.
- Select Admission Status.
- If you’ve been admitted, you’ll see a congratulatory message.
If not, keep checking every few days until your status changes.
Why You Should Regularly Check CAPS
Many candidates miss their admission offers simply because they don’t check CAPS often. Some schools give limited time to accept or reject offers. If you ignore your CAPS for too long, your admission could be withdrawn.
Make it a habit to log in at least twice a week during the admission period.
Final Words
The JAMB CAPS 2025 system remains the most reliable way to monitor and manage your admission process in Nigeria. It ensures fairness, transparency, and accountability for both students and schools. By understanding how CAPS works and checking your status regularly, you can avoid missing out on important updates.
Always log in to the official JAMB e-Facility website, keep your profile details safe, and verify any admission offer through CAPS before celebrating. Your 2025 admission success depends on how well you use this powerful system.
Quick Links:
- JAMB e-Facility Portal: https://efacility.jamb.gov.ng
- https://caps.jamb.gov.ng
Stay informed, check your CAPS regularly, and take control of your 2025 admission journey.
