ATBU Admission List 2025/2026 Academic Session: How to Check Your Admission Status

If you participated in the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU) Post UTME screening for the 2025/2026 academic session, you're probably checking every day to see if the admission list is out.

We'll show you exactly how to check your ATBU admission status, what to do if you've been admitted, and important information you need to know about the 2025/2026 admission process.

Is ATBU Admission List 2025/2026 Out?

As of the latest available information in May 2025, the ATBU admission list for 2025/2026 had not been officially released yet.

The Post UTME screening exercise for 2025/2026 started on August 22, 2025, so candidates who participated are still waiting for the admission list to be published. Typically, ATBU releases admission lists 1-2 months after screening, but the exact timeline can vary.

Important: Do not rely on rumors or unverified sources claiming the list is out. Always check official channels:

• JAMB CAPS Portal
• ATBU Official Portal (www.atbu.edu.ng)

• ATBU Admission Screening Portal (screening.atbu.edu.ng)

ATBU 2025/2026 Admission Requirements 

Before the admission list was released, ATBU set these requirements for the 2025/2026 session:

Requirement Details

How to Check ATBU Admission List 2025/2026

When the admission list is released, you can check using two methods:

Method 1: Check on JAMB CAPS Portal

This is the primary method most students use:

1. Visit the JAMB eFacility portal at https://efacility.jamb.gov.ng

2. Log in with your JAMB email and password
3. Scroll down and click on "Check Admission Status"
4. Click on "Access my CAPS"

5. Your admission status will be displayed

If you've been admitted, you'll see your admission details including your course and faculty.

Method 2: Check on ATBU Admission Portal

You can also confirm directly on ATBU's portal:

1. Visit http://portal.atbu.edu.ng/
2. Enter your JAMB registration number
3. Select your institution from the dropdown

4. Click "Search" to view your status

ATBU Admission Batches

ATBU typically releases admission in multiple batches (1st batch, 2nd batch, and sometimes 3rd batch). If you don't see your name in the first batch, don't panic, there's still hope in subsequent batches.

What determines which batch you're in?

• Your Post UTME score
• Your JAMB score
• Departmental cut-off marks

• Available spaces in your chosen course

What to Do If You're Admitted

Congratulations! Here's what you need to do immediately:

1. Accept Your Admission on JAMB CAPS

This is CRITICAL. If you don't accept your admission on JAMB CAPS, the university can withdraw the offer.

1. Log into your JAMB CAPS
2. Click on "Admission Status"
3. Click "Accept" or "Reject" button

4. Print your JAMB admission letter

2. Pay Your Acceptance Fee

Once you've accepted on JAMB, pay your acceptance fee on ATBU portal:

Programme Acceptance Fee

IMPORTANT NOTICE: According to ATBU's official directive, all payments MUST be initiated through screening.atbu.edu.ng, which leads to pay.atbu.edu.ng. DO NOT make direct payments on Remita. This is to prevent fraud.

3. Complete Physical Screening

ATBU requires physical screening for new students. Watch out for announcements regarding:

• Screening dates
• Required documents (admission letter, O'level results, birth certificate, etc.)

• Venue and time

4. Register and Pay School Fees

After physical screening, you'll need to:

• Complete your student registration
• Choose your courses

• Pay school fees before the deadline

What If You Don't See Your Name?

If you checked and didn't see your name on the first batch, here's what to do:

1. Wait for subsequent batches. ATBU usually releases 2-3 batches
2. Verify your JAMB profile. Ensure you uploaded all required O'level results
3. Check for supplementary admission. Sometimes announced after main admission

4. You can contact ATBU admissions office – For clarification if needed

Did you forget to upload your O'level result during JAMB registration? Visit any JAMB-approved CBT centre with your result to upload it immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How will I know when the admission list is out?
A: ATBU will announce on their official website and social media. You can also enable notifications on JAMB CAPS.

Q: I was admitted on JAMB but not showing on ATBU portal. What should I do?
A: Wait 24-48 hours for the school portal to update. If it persists, contact ATBU admissions.

Q: Can I change my course after admission?
A: ATBU generally doesn't allow course changes after the screening exercise.

Q: What if I miss the physical screening?
A: Missing physical screening can lead to your admission being withdrawn. Make sure you attend on the announced date.