Are you searching for the list of schools whose admission lists are out for the 2025/2026 academic session? If yes, you’re in the right place! This post provides the latest update on universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education that have released their admission lists for the 2025/2026 academic year.

Whether you participated in the 2025 JAMB UTME or Direct Entry (DE), this guide will help you know which institutions have started offering admission and how to check your admission status.

What Is an Admission List?

An admission list is an official document released by a tertiary institution containing the names of candidates who have been offered provisional admission into various undergraduate programmes.
In Nigeria, admission lists are usually released in batches (1st, 2nd, and 3rd batches) and are published on:

• The JAMB CAPS portal
• The school’s official admission portal
• Sometimes, on the school’s noticeboard

Universities Whose Admission Lists Are Out for 2025/2026

Below are Nigerian universities (Federal, State, and Private) that have released their admission lists for the 2025/2026 academic session:

Federal Universities

1. University of Lagos (UNILAG) – Admission List Released
2. Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) – Admission List Released
3. University of Ibadan (UI) – Admission List Released
4. University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) – Admission List Released
5. Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) – Admission List Released
6. Ahmadu Bello University (ABU Zaria) – Admission List Released
7. University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) – Admission List Released
8. University of Benin (UNIBEN) – Admission List Released
9. Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK) – Admission List Released
10. Federal University, Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) – Admission List Released

State Universities

1. Lagos State University (LASU) – Admission List Released
2. Ekiti State University (EKSU) – Admission List Released
3. Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU) – Admission List Released
4. Imo State University (IMSU) – Admission List Released
5. Rivers State University (RSU) – Admission List Released
6. Delta State University (DELSU) – Admission List Released
7. Osun State University (UNIOSUN) – Admission List Released
8. Ambrose Alli University (AAU Ekpoma) – Admission List Released
9. Kaduna State University (KASU) – Admission List Released
10. Benue State University (BSU) – Admission List Released

Private Universities

1. Covenant University, Ota – Admission List Released
2. Babcock University – Admission List Released
3. Bowen University – Admission List Released
4. Redeemer’s University – Admission List Released
5. Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD) – Admission List Released
6. Landmark University – Admission List Released
7. Caleb University – Admission List Released
8. Madonna University – Admission List Released
9. Lead City University – Admission List Released
10. Igbinedion University – Admission List Released

Polytechnics Whose Admission Lists Are Out for 2025/2026

If you applied to a Nigerian polytechnic, check below for those that have released their admission lists:

1. Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro – Admission List Released
2. Auchi Polytechnic – Admission List Released
3. Federal Polytechnic, Nekede – Admission List Released
4. Federal Polytechnic, Ede – Admission List Released
5. Moshood Abiola Polytechnic (MAPOLY) – Admission List Released
6. The Polytechnic Ibadan – Admission List Released
7. Federal Polytechnic, Oko – Admission List Released
8. Delta State Polytechnic, Ogwashi-Uku – Admission List Released
9. Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo (RUGIPO) – Admission List Released

Colleges of Education Whose Admission Lists Are Out for 2025/2026

1. Federal College of Education (FCE), Zaria – Admission List Released
2. FCE, Abeokuta – Admission List Released
3. FCE (Technical), Akoka – Admission List Released
4. Adeyemi College of Education, Ondo – Admission List Released
5. College of Education, Ikere-Ekiti – Admission List Released
6. FCE, Kano – Admission List Released
7. Nwafor Orizu College of Education, Nsugbe – Admission List Released
8. FCE, Katsina – Admission List Released
9. Tai Solarin College of Education (TASCE) – Admission List Released
10. FCE (Special), Oyo – Admission List Released

How to Check Your Admission Status

You can check your admission status in two main ways:

1. Through JAMB CAPS

Follow these simple steps:

1. Visit https://efacility.jamb.gov.ng/
2. Log in with your JAMB email and password.
3. Click on “Check Admission Status.”
4. Select your exam year and enter your registration number.
5. Click “Access my CAPS.”
6. Click on “Admission Status” to see if you have been offered admission.

If offered admission, accept it immediately and print your JAMB admission letter.

2. Through the School Portal

Each institution has its own admission checking portal.
Simply visit the school’s official website and navigate to the “Admission” or “Check Admission List” section to confirm your status.

What to Do After Being Offered Admission

Once you’ve been offered admission, here are the next steps to take:

1. Accept your admission on JAMB CAPS.
2. Print your JAMB Admission Letter and Original Result Slip.
3. Pay your acceptance fee on the school portal.
4. Complete your online registration and course selection.
5. Prepare your documents for physical clearance.
6. Pay your school fees and get ready for resumption.

Important Notes

• Admission lists are released in batches, so if you haven’t seen your name yet, don’t panic.
• Keep checking your JAMB CAPS and the school portal regularly.
• Always beware of fraudsters who claim to offer admission for a fee.
• The JAMB CAPS and school portal are the only official admission channels.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. When will all admission lists be out for 2025/2026?

Most Nigerian universities and polytechnics release their admission lists between October and December 2025.

2. Can I gain admission without choosing the school in JAMB?

No. You must have chosen the institution in JAMB or changed to it through the Change of Institution process.

3. What does “Not Admitted” mean on JAMB CAPS?

It means the school has not offered you admission yet. Keep checking regularly — the status may change when another batch is released.

4. Can I reject admission on JAMB CAPS?

Yes. You can reject it if you don’t want the offered course or institution. However, once rejected, you can’t reverse it.

5. How many admission batches are released per school?

Usually, schools release about two to three batches (First, Second, and Supplementary lists).

6. What should I do if my name appears on the school portal but not on JAMB CAPS?

Wait for JAMB to synchronize your admission. It usually updates after a few days.

7. How can I confirm if a school has released its admission list?

Check the school’s official website, their verified social media handles, or your JAMB CAPS dashboard.

Conclusion

The 2025/2026 admission process in Nigeria is in full swing, and many institutions have started releasing their admission lists. If your school hasn’t released its list yet, don’t worry — keep checking regularly on both the JAMB CAPS and the school portal.

Stay patient, stay alert, and don’t fall victim to fake admission promises.
Congratulations in advance to all the newly admitted students for the 2025/2026 academic session!