The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has scheduled its annual policy meeting for May 11, 2026, to establish minimum cut-off marks for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) for the 2026/2027 academic session. This meeting marks the beginning of critical decisions that will shape admission processes across Nigerian universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education.
According to a statement released by JAMB's spokesperson, Fabian Benjamin, the meeting will be held at the Body of Benchers Auditorium, located within the Institute and Research District in Jabi, Abuja. The event will bring together key stakeholders from Nigeria's education sector, including vice-chancellors, rectors, provosts, registrars, and admission officers.
Key Stakeholders and Policy Directions
The Minister of Education, Maruf Alausa, is expected to outline major policy directions that will guide the upcoming admission exercise. The meeting will also include representatives from regulatory bodies such as the National Universities Commission (NUC), the National Commission for Colleges of Education (NCCE), and the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE). Goodwill messages are anticipated from agencies like the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) and the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC).
NATAP-M Awards and Admission Guidelines
In addition to policy deliberations, the event will feature the sixth edition of the National Tertiary Admissions Performance-Merit Awards (NATAP-M). These awards aim to encourage strict compliance with admission regulations and improve standards across Nigeria's tertiary education system. The meeting is expected to provide clarity on admission benchmarks and reinforce guidelines for the 2026/2027 academic session.
The annual policy meeting is a crucial gathering where stakeholders decide minimum tolerable UTME marks, admission guidelines, and policies for tertiary institutions. Attendees will be reminded of the need to adhere strictly to stipulated guidelines to ensure a smooth and fair admission process.
