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JAMB Bans Admissions into Affiliated Degree Programmes in Colleges of Education
Published: July 27, 2026 | Source: CampusAI News
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📌 Overview
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially abolished admissions into all affiliated degree programmes in Colleges of Education, effective from the 2026/2027 academic session[reference:21][reference:22].
The Board has ruled out direct admission into 100 and 200 levels at these institutions, mandating that all new entrants must now be admitted through the Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) programme[reference:23][reference:24].
> "No admission into any affiliated programme in any College of Education from 2026/7 Session." — JAMB Official Statement[reference:25]
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🎯 Key Policy Changes
What Has Changed
| Before | After |
|--------|-------|
| Candidates could gain direct admission into 100 or 200-level degree programmes in Colleges of Education | ❌ No direct admission into 100 or 200-level is allowed[reference:26] |
| Colleges could run affiliated degree programmes with universities | ❌ All affiliated degree programmes are abolished[reference:27] |
| Multiple entry routes into Colleges of Education | ✅ NCE is now the sole entry route[reference:28] |
Effective Date
The policy takes effect from the 2026/2027 academic session and immediately affects candidates who had applied for affiliated degree programmes[reference:29].
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📋 Options for Affected Candidates
JAMB has provided options for candidates who applied to affiliated Colleges of Education for degree programmes[reference:30][reference:31]:
| Option | Description |
|--------|-------------|
| Apply for Change of Institution | Candidates can change to another institution offering their preferred course[reference:32] |
| Request Transfer to Parent University | Transfer to the parent university that runs the affiliated programme[reference:33] |
| Allow Second Choice to Become First Choice | Your second-choice institution becomes your first choice[reference:34] |
| Switch to NCE Programme | Apply for NCE admission through the new sole entry route |
> ⚠️ Important: Direct Entry candidates affected by this policy must complete their change of institution before the deadline[reference:35].
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💡 Why This Policy Was Introduced
The Federal Government's policy, facilitated by JAMB, is aimed at:
1. Standardising Teacher Education: Ensuring all entrants into Colleges of Education follow the NCE pathway
2. Maintaining Quality: Strengthening the quality and standards of teacher education programmes
3. Streamlining Admissions: Simplifying the admission process into Colleges of Education
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Can I still apply for degree programmes in Colleges of Education?
A: No. From the 2026/2027 session, no admission into 100 or 200-level degree programmes is allowed in any College of Education[reference:36].
Q: What is the new entry route for Colleges of Education?
A: All entrants must now be admitted through the Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) programme[reference:37].
Q: What if I already applied for an affiliated degree programme?
A: You can apply for a change of institution, request a transfer to the parent university, or allow your second-choice institution to become your first choice[reference:38].
Q: Does this affect current students?
A: The policy affects new admissions from the 2026/2027 session. Current students are not affected[reference:39].
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> 📌 Editor's Note: This article is based on official JAMB announcements and verified news sources as of July 2026. Affected candidates are advised to visit any JAMB-accredited CBT centre to complete their change of institution before the deadline.