The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has fixed Tuesday, July 8, 2025, for its annual policy meeting. This important meeting will take place at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre in Abuja. During this event, JAMB will announce the official cut-off marks for admission into universities, polytechnics, colleges of education, and monotechnics across Nigeria for the 2025/2026 academic session. The board shared this update on its official X handle (@JAMBHQ) on Wednesday, July 2, 2025.
What to Expect from the Meeting
At the policy meeting, JAMB and leaders from various tertiary institutions will decide the minimum scores candidates need to score in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) to gain admission. These scores, known as cut-off marks, set the standard for entry into different types of institutions. The meeting will also finalize admission timelines, including deadlines for applications, screenings, and registration for the 2025/2026 academic session.
Another highlight of the event will be the announcement of the top-performing candidates in the 2025 UTME. JAMB will recognize and celebrate these students for their outstanding results. The policy meeting is a key event in Nigeria’s education calendar, as it shapes the admission process for all tertiary institutions in the country.
Why This Matters
For students, parents, and educators, the JAMB policy meeting is a big deal. The cut-off marks will determine whether candidates qualify for admission into their chosen schools and courses. While JAMB sets a general benchmark, individual schools can set higher cut-off marks depending on their programs and the number of applicants. For example, competitive courses like Medicine or Law often have higher cut-off marks than the minimum set by JAMB.
The meeting will also address other important issues, such as admission quotas (how many students each institution can admit) and ways to ensure fairness in the admission process. This could include policies based on merit, catchment areas, or support for disadvantaged states.
What You Should Do
If you’re a candidate preparing for admission in 2025, keep an eye out for updates after the July 8 meeting. You can check the official JAMB website (www.jamb.gov.ng) or the JAMB CAPS portal (https://efacility.jamb.gov.ng) to stay informed about cut-off marks and admission guidelines. Schools will also release their specific cut-off marks and post-UTME screening details after the meeting.
For now, make sure you have your JAMB results ready and meet the basic requirements, such as having at least five credit passes in your O’Level results (WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB), including English Language and Mathematics. Also, ensure you’re at least 16 years old by the time of admission, as this is a general requirement for most institutions.
Looking Ahead
The JAMB policy meeting is a crucial step in the admission process. It ensures that the rules for entry into Nigeria’s tertiary institutions are clear and fair. After the meeting, candidates will know the national benchmark for admissions and can plan their next steps, such as preparing for post-UTME screenings.
Stay updated by following JAMB’s official X handle (@JAMBHQ) or visiting trusted education news platforms like our site for the latest information. If you’re aiming for a competitive course or institution, aim to score well above the minimum cut-off to boost your chances of admission.