It has come to our notice that all candidates who have successfully written the JAMB exam for the 2025/2026 academic session and has seen their results are currently looking ahead to know When Is JAMB Policy Meeting 2025? If this is the reason why you found yourself here, stay calm and read to know everything about the 2025/2026 Policy Meeting.
What Is JAMB Policy Meeting?
The JAMB Policy Meeting is an annual meeting held by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) where things like admission policies, cut-off marks for universities, polytechnics, and other tertiary institutions, are discussed, reviewed, and officially approved for the current academic session.
When Is JAMB Policy Meeting 2025?
25th June, 2025
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced June 25th, 2025 as the official date set for the JAMB 2025/2026 Policy Meeting. This was disclosed by the JAMB Registrar Prof. Ishaq Oloyede in an interview early June 2025.
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Keep reading to know more about the JAMB policy meeting.
Important Things You Need To Know About The JAMB Policy Meeting
Here are some of the .oat important things you should know about the JAMB Policy Meeting:-
1. Purpose of the JAMB Policy Meeting
- The meeting is held to set guidelines and decisions about the upcoming year’s examination.
- It involves representatives from JAMB and higher education institutions to discuss admission policies and updates.
2. Admission Guidelines
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The policy meeting outlines the minimum cut-off marks for various institutions (universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education).
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These marks determine the eligibility of candidates for admission into different courses.
3. Choice of Institutions
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Candidates are usually allowed to choose up to four institutions, including universities, polytechnics, and colleges.
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The policy meeting clarifies how many institutions a candidate can choose, especially considering the available spaces in different institutions.
4. Post-UTME Exams
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The meeting may discuss whether institutions will conduct additional exams (Post-UTME) after the JAMB results.
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Some universities may still require Post-UTME, even after JAMB results, and the policy meeting addresses this.
5. Admission Timeline
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The meeting sets deadlines for when candidates should expect to receive offers of admission.
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It also includes important dates for registration, result release, and admission processing.
6. Eligibility for Admission
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Candidates should understand the criteria for eligibility based on their JAMB scores, SSCE results (like WAEC or NECO), and other factors like age.
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There may also be specific requirements based on the course or institution.
7. Choice of Course and Institution
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The policy meeting often provides advice on how to choose the right course and institution, ensuring that candidates select courses that align with their interests and capabilities.
8. Merit-Based vs. Catchment Area Admission
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Candidates should be aware of how merit-based admission works, where high scorers are prioritized.
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Some institutions give preference to candidates from certain regions (catchment areas), which might impact admission chances.
9. Special Cases
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There could be special considerations for candidates with disabilities or those from disadvantaged regions.
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The policy meeting might introduce provisions to help such candidates access education more easily.
10. Re-admission Policy
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For candidates re-sitting for JAMB, the meeting may discuss policies regarding re-admission.
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There may be changes in the number of times a candidate can retake the exam.
11. JAMB Registration Process
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The meeting may address any changes in the registration process for the coming exam, such as new procedures, required documents, or exam centers.
12. New Regulations and Innovations
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New technology or methods to improve the examination process (such as online registration, CBT centers, and biometric verification) might be introduced.
13. Use of JAMB Results for Other Exams
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Candidates should know whether their JAMB results can be used for other exams, including international opportunities or other Nigerian exams.
14. Changes in Admission Quotas
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Sometimes, the policy meeting may discuss changes in the number of available spaces in various institutions, which could affect how many students are admitted each year.
15. Important Contacts
- The meeting often shares relevant contact information for candidates to reach out to if they have questions about admissions or exam issues.