How to Check JAMB Admission Status on CAPS Portal 2023

Checking your admission status is a crucial step for newly admitted students in Nigerian tertiary institutions.

This process ensures the verification of your admission and facilitates important procedures like obtaining the JAMB admission letter and NYSC mobilization.

In this blog post, we will provide you with a comprehensive step-by-step guide on how to check your admission status using the JAMB Central Processing System (CAPS) and the JAMB Admission Letter Printing methods.

Requirements:

Before proceeding with the admission status check, make sure you have the following requirements:

1. JAMB registration number
2. Email address
3. Mobile internet connection
4. Smartphone or Personal Computer (PC)
5. Payment for JAMB admission letter (if applicable)

Checking Your JAMB Admission Status:

1. Open your preferred internet browser (e.g., Chrome or Safari) on your smartphone or PC.
2. Visit the JAMB facility portal by entering the following web address: https://jamb.gov.ng/Efacility.
3. Click on “Create e-Facility Account/Login” and enter your JAMB email address and password to log in to your JAMB profile.
4. Select your JAMB examination year from the dropdown menu.
5. Click on “Check Admission Status” to proceed.
6. Select the purple bar that says “Access my CAPS” to access the JAMB CAPS portal.
7. To ensure better visibility, request the Desktop site on your phone browser by clicking on the right menu bar of your browser.
8. Click on “Admission Status” to view your current admission status.
9. Depending on your status, you may see one of the following profiles:
   • “Not Admitted”: This means your school of choice has not yet considered you for admission, or you may need to upload your O’level result. Ensure you have uploaded your WAEC or NECO result to the JAMB portal.
   • “Admission in Process”: Your school of choice has accepted your application, and the CAPS system is reviewing your O’level result. This process may fail if you have not recently uploaded your result.
   • “Accept Admission”: Congratulations! You have been offered provisional admission. Click on the left button to accept your admission.
   • “Transfer of Admission”: Your school is considering transferring you to another department due to not meeting the cut-off mark for your chosen course.
   • “Upload of O’level Result”: Uploading your WAEC or NECO result is necessary for the CAPS to verify your subject combination and accept your admission.

Checking JAMB Admission Status Without Email Address:

Alternatively, you can check your admission status without an email address by following these steps:

1. Open the SMS app on your phone.
2. Type either 55019 or 66019 as the SMS recipient.
3. Send an SMS with the message: “STATUS + Exam year” (e.g., STATUS 2025) to the recipient.
4. You will receive your admission status via SMS. However, it is advisable to check your admission status online on the JAMB CAPS for better accuracy and information.

Conclusion

Checking your admission status is a crucial step for Nigerian students seeking admission into tertiary institutions.

By following the step-by-step guide provided in this blog post, you can easily verify your admission using the JAMB CAPS or through the SMS method.

Remember to resolve any admission-related issues with your school’s admission office to ensure a smooth transition into your chosen institution.