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JAMB Published: May 22, 2026 • By Emmanuel Iweh

Clarification on 2026 JAMB Admission Policy

Clarification on 2026 JAMB Admission Policy

"JAMB clarifies the new admission guidelines following the recent Policy Meeting to ensure transparency for all stakeholders."

Following inquiries regarding the recently concluded 2026 Policy Meeting, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has clarified the implementation of the new minimum admissible scores. The board reiterated that while 150 remains the minimum for universities, individual institutions reserve the right to set their internal cut-off points higher based on their specific academic standards.

The board further emphasized that the exemption for Education and Agriculture candidates is aimed at tackling the decline in enrollment in these essential fields. It is a strategic move to boost the number of trained professionals in the Nigerian agricultural and educational sectors.

Stakeholders and the general public are advised that the information regarding the 2026 admission process is documented on the official JAMB portal. Students should ensure they track their application progress through the Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS). This system is designed to provide transparency, allowing candidates to monitor the status of their admission and accept or reject offers in real-time.

Official Source Reference: https://www.jamb.gov.ng

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