2026 JAMB & UNN Admission Updates: Key Deadlines
JAMB extends admission deadline to 30 September 2026 for candidates to accept or reject offers from 2021–2025. Meanwhile, UNN announces a top UTME scorer, and LASUSTECH releases its 2026/2027 admission list. Here’s what every Nigerian student needs to do right now.
If you’re a Nigerian student awaiting admission results or holding pending offers from previous years, here’s crucial news: the 2026 JAMB admission deadline extended to Wednesday, 30 September 2026. This latest update from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board affects thousands of candidates who still need to accept or reject their admission offers. Additionally, exciting achievements from both UNN and LASUSTECH show how competitive Nigerian university admissions truly are in 2026.
JAMB Extends Admission Deadline to 30 September 2026
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board announced an extension of the original 31 August 2026 deadline. According to Dr Fabian Benjamin, Acting Director of Public Affairs, this is a final opportunity for all affected candidates to accept or reject offers dating from 2021 onwards.
Therefore, if you fall under any of these categories, act immediately:
- Candidates with pending admission offers from 2021–2025
- Those who changed institutions or programmes
- Students pursuing second degrees with outstanding offers
- Anyone with 2026 admission who still has unresolved previous offers
Dr Benjamin emphasised that after 30 September 2026, all unresolved offers will automatically revert to “Not Admitted” status permanently. There will be no further extensions.
What You Must Know About Accepting or Rejecting Your Offer
Furthermore, if you’re currently in a different programme or institution from your previous admission, you can accept that offer and request corrections afterwards. This enables JAMB to update your records appropriately. how to process JAMB admission acceptance
In addition, candidates with 2026 admission offers should not worry—rejecting older offers has no negative impact on your new admission status.
UNN Top Scorer 2026: A Success Story from UNIZIK High School
In inspiring news, Miss Efechukwu Chinenemerem Nzekwe, a former student of Nnamdi Azikiwe University High School, Awka, emerged as the overall top-scoring candidate in the 2025 University of Nigeria UTME/Post-UTME exercise. She scored an impressive PUTME score of 364.7, securing admission into the Faculty of Clinical Sciences, Department of Medicine.
This achievement demonstrates the quality of preparation available at leading secondary schools and serves as motivation for current students preparing for UTME examinations.
LASUSTECH Admission List 2026/2027 Now Available
Meanwhile, Lagos State University of Science and Technology released admission lists for the 2026/2027 session. LASUSTECH uploads names in batches through JAMB’s Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS). Check the portal at www.portal.jamb.gov.ng using your registration number.
Remember: acceptance outside the JAMB CAPS portal is illegal and invalid.
Action Items for Every Candidate
- Visit portal.jamb.gov.ng immediately to check admission status
- If you have pending offers, accept or reject before 30 September 2026
- Keep your JAMB registration number and password safe
- Download and print confirmation after accepting any offer
- Prepare for post-admission requirements post-UTME requirements checklist
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if I don’t accept or reject my admission offer by 30 September 2026?
Your offer will automatically convert to “Not Admitted” status on JAMB’s records permanently. JAMB has confirmed there will be no further extensions after this deadline, so it’s critical to take action now.
Can I accept my old admission offer if I’m now in a different programme?
Yes. You can accept the outstanding admission offer, then apply to your institution for appropriate corrections or deletion of the admission record. This allows JAMB to update your status accordingly.
How do I check if my name is on LASUSTECH’s admission list?
Go to portal.jamb.gov.ng or portal.lasustech.edu.ng, enter your JAMB registration number and password, and check under “Admission Status.” LASUSTECH uploads names in batches, so check regularly.
The bottom line: Don’t delay. Visit the JAMB portal today, check your status, and take the necessary step before 30 September 2026. Share this important information with friends and family members who may still be waiting for their admission results. Every day counts!
