JAMB Closes 2025 Public Varsity Admissions Nationwide

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially concluded the 2025 admission cycle for all Federal and State Universities, following the closure that was enacted on Monday, November 17, 2025. This announcement signifies a crucial moment in the ongoing admission process, particularly for numerous candidates who were still hoping to make last-minute adjustments to their selected programmes or institutions.

As per the latest update, candidates can no longer execute Change of Course or Change of Institution for any public university via the JAMB portal. The opportunity for such modifications has now entirely closed, marking the final phase of public university admissions for the 2025 cycle. Consequently, institutions will move forward strictly with the applications currently present on their platforms, without considering new changes from candidates.

Despite the closure, JAMB has offered a significant assurance to those applicants who completed their changes on or before November 17. The Board confirmed that these modifications remain legitimate and will still be addressed by the respective universities. This confirmation is expected to alleviate concerns among candidates who submitted last-minute changes prior to the deadline.

In a separate announcement, JAMB advised candidates whose admission status shows “Admission in Progress” to maintain calm and patience. The Board explained that this message signifies that their chosen institutions are still deliberating on their admission decisions and that the process is ongoing. They further emphasized that this status is not an error and does not indicate rejection.

With the public university admission phase now finished, focus has shifted to other institutions that continue to actively admit students for the 2025 academic year. Many candidates who did not receive placements in public universities still have viable options to consider, particularly within the private and technical education sectors.

JAMB confirmed that admissions for private universities nationwide remain fully open and will last until November 30. This extended timeline offers applicants an additional chance to pursue degree programmes in institutions that often provide quicker processing times, flexible entry requirements, and a diverse range of academic options.

In addition to private universities, admissions into Polytechnics are still ongoing and will remain open until December 31. The Polytechnic route has become increasingly appealing for students seeking more practical and technical programmes that offer direct industry skills and quicker entry into the job market.

Colleges of Education (COEs), which play a vital role in preparing teachers and fostering educational development, are also still accepting candidates. Their admission periods align with the national December 31 deadline, allowing prospective teachers sufficient time to register and secure placements before the year concludes.

Similarly, Monotechnics and Schools of Nursing institutions that focus on vocational and healthcare training are continuing to process admissions. This extended period presents alternative pathways for applicants who might wish to pursue professional careers outside the conventional university setting.

The latest update from JAMB serves as an essential reminder for all prospective students to closely monitor deadlines and take advantage of the remaining opportunities before the national admission cycle officially closes. As the 2025 process approaches its final stages, candidates are encouraged to stay informed, proactive, and prepared to explore all available educational pathways.