The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) is the body responsible for conducting the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) in Nigeria. The UTME is a standardized examination taken by Nigerian students who want to gain admission into Nigerian universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education. After the examination, candidates are required to wait for JAMB to release their results, which are used as a primary criterion for admission into tertiary institutions. One of the frequently asked questions by candidates is who gives admission first between JAMB and the school. This article aims to provide answers to this question.
JAMB and Admission
JAMB is responsible for regulating the admission process in Nigerian tertiary institutions. After the UTME examination, tertiary institutions will conduct post-UTME screening to determine the eligibility of candidates for admission. The results of the UTME and post-UTME screening are used to compile a list of successful candidates, which is sent to JAMB for final approval.
JAMB will review the list of successful candidates and ensure that they meet the admission criteria. The admission criteria include the candidate’s performance in the UTME and post-UTME screening, their O’level results, and the quota allotted to the institution by JAMB. If the candidate meets the admission criteria, JAMB will forward the candidate’s details to the tertiary institution for admission.
Who gives admission first between JAMB and the school?
The answer to this question depends on the admission policy of the tertiary institution. Some tertiary institutions give admission through JAMB first, while others give admission directly without going through JAMB.
Tertiary institutions that give admission through JAMB will release their admission lists on the JAMB portal after JAMB has approved the list of successful candidates. The candidates can then check their admission status on the JAMB portal and print their admission letter.
On the other hand, tertiary institutions that give admission directly without going through JAMB will release their admission lists on their respective portals. The candidates can then check their admission status on the school portal and print their admission letter.
Therefore, the timing of admission release depends on the admission policy of the tertiary institution. Some institutions release their admission list early, while others release it later. Candidates are advised to follow the admission process diligently and check their admission status on both the JAMB and school portals.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the timing of admission release depends on the admission policy of the tertiary institution. Tertiary institutions that give admission through JAMB will release their admission lists on the JAMB portal after JAMB has approved the list of successful candidates. On the other hand, tertiary institutions that give admission directly without going through JAMB will release their admission lists on their respective portals. Candidates are advised to follow the admission process diligently and check their admission status on both the JAMB and school portals. Finally, candidates should be patient and wait for JAMB to release the list of successful candidates for admission to their chosen tertiary institution.
