JAMB Clarifies 'Admission in Progress' Status for 2026

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) addressed concerns regarding the "Admission in Progress" status on candidates' Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS) profiles for the 2026 admissions cycle. In a post published on September 17, 2026, JAMB explained that this status signifies an intermediate stage in the admissions process, indicating that a candidate's application is still being processed.

Candidates were reassured not to panic and were encouraged to continuously monitor their CAPS profiles while relying solely on official JAMB channels for accurate information. The post generated numerous responses from candidates facing various issues related to the admissions portal.

Notable inquiries included concerns about the necessity of using a shortcode to accept admission offers instead of a simpler click-to-accept option. JAMB has utilized its "JAMB Explained" series to clarify common questions during the admissions cycle, urging candidates to stay informed through official updates.