The Niger Delta University (NDU) has officially released its admission list for the 2025/2026 academic session and made it easy for all to check.

Candidates who took part in the university's Post UTME screening exercise can now check their names on both the JAMB and NDU portals to confirm whether they have been offered provisional admission to their applied courses and programmes.

It is also important to know that being on the admission list is only the first step in your journey to becoming a full student of the university.

After confirming your admission, there are other crucial steps every student must complete to ensure their admission process is finalised.

How to Check NDU Admission List 2025/2026 Session

The NDU admission list is the official list of candidates who have been successfully offered admission into various undergraduate programmes at Niger Delta University. Follow any of the methods below.

How to Check the NDU Admission List on the School Portal

  1. Open your browser and go to https://nduportal.com/clearance. This is the official NDU portal for checking admission status.

  2. On the homepage, look for the section labelled "Check Admission Status" and click on it to proceed.

  3. Type in your JAMB registration number carefully in the input field provided. Make sure there are no errors or extra spaces before you continue.

  4. Hit the button and wait a moment for your status to load. Your result will appear on the screen immediately.

  5. If you have been admitted, you will see a notification confirming your offer. Proceed to the JAMB CAPS portal to accept it.

How to Check the NDU Admission List on JAMB CAPS Portal

  1. Open your browser and visit efacility.jamb.gov.ng. This is the official JAMB Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS).

  2. Enter your registered email address and password to access your dashboard.

  3. Once you are logged in, scroll down on your dashboard until you find the Check Admission Status tab. Click on it.

  4. Choose your exam year from the dropdown menu, then type in your JAMB registration number in the required column.

  5. Submit, and your NDU admission status will be displayed. If you have been offered admission, you will see the option to Accept or Reject the offer.

What to Do If You Are Admitted for the 2025/2026 Session

Congratulations! Here is what you need to do immediately:

  1. Accept your admission on JAMB CAPS: Log in to efacility.jamb.gov.ng and click Accept on your offer. Do not leave this pending.

  2. Pay the NDU Acceptance Fee: This can be done online through the NDU portal or at any designated bank. Payment is required before you can proceed with clearance.

  3. Download your JAMB Admission Letter: Print this from the CAPS portal and keep it safe. You will need it during clearance.

  4. Start your clearance on the NDU portal: Visit https://nduportal.com/clearance, click "Start Clearance," and fill in your bio-data, O-Level results, post primary school information, and upload all required documents, including your passport photograph.

  5. Confirm your name on the NDU Matriculation List: Once published, verify that your name appears correctly.

  6. Sort out your accommodation early: Check if hostel space is available on campus or begin arranging off-campus housing as soon as possible.

What to Do If You Are Not Yet Admitted 2025/2026 Session

If your status says "Not Yet Admitted," here is what to do:

  1. Keep checking regularly. The admission list is released in multiple batches. Your name may appear in a later batch.

  2. Upload your O-Level results. If you applied with "Awaiting Results," you must visit any approved JAMB CBT centre near you to upload your results on the JAMB website immediately. Failure to do this can delay or affect your admission.

  3. Do not pay anyone claiming to help you "process" your admission outside the official portal. Admission outside the JAMB CAPS portal is illegal.

How to Pay NDU Acceptance Fee 2025/2026 Session

After getting admission, you have to pay the acceptance fee to secure your spot. Follow the steps below to do this.

  1. Visit ndufees.com

  2. Click on "Newly Admitted Student".

  3. Enter your JAMB registration number and the email address used during your Post UTME Screening

  4. An OTP will be sent to your email. Enter it to activate your account.

  5. Once logged in, click on "Generate Acceptance eteller." This will create an invoice with a unique RRR number

  6. You can pay immediately using your ATM card or print the invoice and take it to any commercial bank to pay over the counter.

  7. After a successful transaction, log back into the portal to confirm your payment.

  8. Print your official acceptance receipt. You will need this for your physical clearance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How many admission lists does NDU release?
A: NDU typically releases admission lists in batches: Merit (1st Batch), Second Batch, and Supplementary lists.

Q: When will the NDU 2025/2026 admission list be out?
A: The list is usually released a few weeks after the Post UTME screening results are published. It often begins between October and December.

Q: Can I be admitted into NDU without choosing them as my first choice?
A: No, NDU only considers candidates who chose them as their first choice university in JAMB.

Q: Is the NDU supplementary list for everyone?
A: The supplementary list is primarily for candidates who met the cut off but weren't reached in the merit batch, or those who applied for a change of course to less competitive departments.

Q: What does "Admission in Progress" mean on CAPS?
A: This is a good sign! It means NDU has recommended you for admission, and JAMB is currently verifying your details.

Q: Can I reject an admission offer on JAMB CAPS?
A: Yes, but only if you do not want the course or the school. Note that once rejected, it is very difficult to reverse.

Q: How long do I have to pay the NDU acceptance fee?
A: Usually, you have a window of two weeks from the date your admission is reflected on the university portal.

Q: What happens if I don't pay the acceptance fee on time?
A: Your admission may be forfeited and given to candidates on the supplementary or waiting list.