The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has released its admission list for the 2025/2026 academic session. If you participated in the UNILAG Post-UTME screening exercise, you can now check if your name is on the list.
This guide will show you how to check your UNILAG admission status step by step.
Is UNILAG Admission List Out?
Yes! The University of Lagos has started uploading names of successful candidates to the JAMB CAPS portal. Both UTME and Direct Entry candidates can check their admission status online.
UNILAG releases its admission list in batches:
- First Batch (Merit List)
- Second Batch
- Third Batch
- Supplementary List
How to Check UNILAG Admission List on JAMB CAPS
Follow these steps to check if you’ve been admitted:
Step 1: Visit the JAMB e-facility portal at efacility.jamb.gov.ng
Step 2: Log in with your registered email address and password
Step 3: Scroll down and click on “Check Admission Status”
Step 4: Click on “Access my CAPS”
Step 5: Click on “Admission Status” to see your result
Note: If you’re using a mobile phone, switch to Desktop Mode in Chrome for the full page to display properly.
Understanding Your Admission Status
When you check, you’ll see one of these results:
| Status | What It Means |
|---|---|
| CONGRATULATIONS | You’ve been admitted! Accept or reject the offer |
| Admission in Progress | Be patient, check back later |
| NOT ADMITTED | You didn’t make this batch, wait for next batch |
How to Accept Your UNILAG Admission
If you see “Congratulations,” follow these steps:
- Click “Accept Admission” on the CAPS portal
- Or send ACCEPT as SMS to 55019 or 66019 using your JAMB-registered phone number
- You have 4 weeks to accept the offer
Important: If you no longer have access to your registered phone number, visit a JAMB-accredited centre to accept or reject your admission.
What to Do After Accepting Admission
Once you accept your UNILAG admission:
- Print your JAMB admission letter
- Print your UNILAG admission letter from the school portal
- Pay your acceptance fee
- Gather documents for physical screening:
- Original JAMB result slip
- UNILAG Post-UTME registration slip
- Birth certificate or age declaration
- Certificate of origin
- O’Level results (WAEC/NECO)
- Complete course registration on the UNILAG student portal
- Pay school fees
UNILAG Admission Requirements Reminder
To be admitted to UNILAG, candidates must have:
- Minimum JAMB score (varies by course, usually 200+)
- 5 O’Level credits including English and Mathematics
- Passed the Post-UTME screening
What If My Name Is Not on the List?
Don’t panic! If you’re not on the first batch:
- Wait for subsequent batches (second, third, supplementary)
- Ensure your O’Level results are uploaded on JAMB
- Consider changing institution via JAMB CAPS if needed
- Keep checking the portal regularly
Official Links
- JAMB CAPS Portal: efacility.jamb.gov.ng
- UNILAG Website: unilag.edu.ng
- UNILAG Admissions: admissions.unilag.edu.ng
Conclusion
Congratulations to all candidates who made it to the UNILAG admission list for 2025/2026! Make sure to accept your admission on time and complete all registration requirements.
If your name is not on the list yet, don’t give up. Keep checking for subsequent batches and ensure all your documents are in order.
Last Updated: March 2026