The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced the restoration of its Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS), which had experienced a temporary disruption. According to a statement released on Monday, September 28, 2026, CAPS has been fully restored and is now operational. The restoration of CAPS is expected to facilitate the smooth processing of admissions for the 2026/2027 academic session.
JAMB has urged institutions to accelerate their admission processes to recover lost time and meet the agreed deadlines. The board emphasized that with CAPS back online, institutions should expedite their admission processes. This move aims to ensure that the admission exercise is completed within the approved timelines. Institutions are expected to make the most of the restored system to avoid further delays.
The deadline for the 2026/2027 admission exercise varies for different types of institutions. Public universities have until October 31, 2026, to complete their admission processes, while private universities have until November 30, 2026. Other tertiary institutions have until December 31, 2026, to finalize their admissions. JAMB has advised candidates to promptly accept admission offers made to them.
Candidates who had previously been awaiting their results are advised to upload or verify their credentials following the release of the 2026 National Examinations Council Senior School Certificate Examination results. This step is necessary to ensure that their credentials are available for consideration as institutions intensify their admission processes.
JAMB has expressed regret for the inconvenience caused by the temporary disruption of CAPS and appreciated the patience and understanding of candidates, institutions, and other stakeholders. The board has urged all stakeholders to take advantage of the restoration of CAPS and proceed with the admission process within the approved timelines.
The restoration of CAPS is expected to bring relief to candidates and institutions who were affected by the temporary disruption. JAMB has assured stakeholders that the system is now fully operational and ready for use. The board has also reiterated its commitment to ensuring a smooth and transparent admission process.
Tosin Oyediran, a journalist with Punch Newspapers, reported that JAMB wishes to inform candidates, institutions, and other stakeholders that CAPS has been fully restored and is now operational. The report also noted that candidates who previously awaited their results are advised to upload and/or verify them promptly to ensure their credentials are available for consideration.
Key points
- JAMB restores CAPS after temporary disruption.
- Institutions urged to accelerate admission processes to meet deadlines.
- Deadlines for 2026/2027 admission exercise vary for public universities, private universities, and other tertiary institutions.
