The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has directed all public universities in Nigeria to complete their 2025 admission processes by October 31, 2025.
According to a bulletin issued by the board on Monday, private universities must finalize admissions by November 30, while all tertiary institutions, public or private, have until December 31, 2025, to conclude all admission-related activities.
JAMB noted that these deadlines were agreed upon during the 2025 Policy Meeting on Admissions, which was chaired by the Honourable Minister of Education.
The policy aims to streamline Nigeria’s academic calendar and improve access and fairness in the admission process.
“All tertiary institutions have been instructed to conclude their admission processes by the end of 2025 according to the approved schedule,” the statement read.
Admission Schedule Summary:
Public Universities: Deadline – October 31, 2025
Private Universities: Deadline – November 30, 2025
All Other Institutions (Public & Private): Deadline – December 31, 2025
JAMB also emphasized that institutions should carry out their admission procedures even if they are not yet prepared to begin a new academic session, adding that such admissions can be archived in compliance with the directive.
In addition, schools conducting post-UTME screening exercises were urged to conclude them without delay in order to stay within the approved timeframe.
“By this policy directive, all admission processes must be concluded within the prescribed timelines,” JAMB stated.
The board reiterated its commitment to maintaining a unified and predictable academic calendar across the country’s tertiary education sector.
