Just In: JAMB Changes 2025 Public Universities’ Admissions Deadline, New Date Emerges
- JAMB extended the 2025 public university admissions deadline to 17 November after earlier fixing 31 October
- The Board acted after vice-chancellors appealed and new NUC-approved programmes required extra scheduling
- JAMB insisted the new deadline was final and praised universities for working toward the initial timeline
FCT, Abuja - The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has extended the 2025 admissions deadline for public universities in Nigeria from 31 October to 17 November 2025.
Furthermore, the Board said the decision was taken “following emerging circumstances” to enable universities finalise their admission processes without disruption.
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JAMB explains reason for extension
In a statement on its official X handle, JAMB explained that the adjustment was influenced by an appeal from the Association of Vice-Chancellors of Nigerian Universities (AVCNU), as well as the recent approval of new academic programmes by the National Universities Commission (NUC).
“AVCNU has specially appealed for an extension due to the disruption caused by a number of factors, including a court order directing that the status quo should remain on the 2025/2026 admission list, which was only lifted by the same court on 28th October 2025,” the Board stated.
JAMB cites accreditation of new programmes
JAMB noted that the NUC recently accredited 229 new programmes across 37 institutions, a development that requires additional scheduling time.
“In a bid to expand access in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, the NUC on 29th October 2025 released a list of 229 programmes recently accredited for 37 universities. Admission into those programmes is just being scheduled,” the statement added.
JAMB urges universities to comply with new timeline
The Board commended universities for working diligently to meet the earlier deadline and stressed that the new timeline is final.
“This extension is to ensure fairness and inclusivity across all institutions. The new deadline of 17th November 2025 is final and must be strictly adhered to,” JAMB said.
The Board reaffirmed its commitment to a transparent and credible admission system that aligns with national education goals and respects university autonomy.
Reps threaten to arrest JAMB registrar Oloyede
Previously, Legit.ng reported that there was tension at the House of Representatives on Wednesday when members ordered the arrest of officials from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) after a dramatic walkout during a committee hearing.
The altercation erupted at an investigative session convened by the House Committee on Basic Education and Examination Bodies.
Lawmakers viewed the act as a deliberate affront to the authority of the House. The Committee then raised the matter during plenary, leading to a directive that the Sergeant-at-Arms should arrest the JAMB officials involved.
Source: Legit.ng
