NOUN has released its admission list for the 2026/2027 session. If you’re waiting to hear back, here’s how to check your status, what you’ll need, and what to do next.

Basically, the NOUN admission list shows who got in; these are the names of applicants the university has offered provisional admission to. Schools usually put out these lists once they finish screening all the applications.

There are two ways to check your admission status: via the school portal and the JAMB portal. We have written out a comprehensive guide below for you to follow to access your admission status.

How to Check NOUN Admission Status on the School Portal

If you took part in the NOUN admissions exercise, the list of candidates who got provisional admission into the undergraduate programmes for the 2026/2027 session is now online.

  1. Visit https://nou.edu.ng/

  2. Click on “Admission Status”.

  3. Enter your JAMB registration number or application ID.

  4. Click “Check Admission Status”.

  5. Print the admission letter (if admitted).

How to Check NOUN Admission Status on JAMB CAPS

  1. Visit https://efacility.jamb.gov.ng/

  2. First, log in to your JAMB profile using your username and password.

  3. Scroll down until you see the ‘Check Admission Status’ tab and click it.

  4. Pick your exam year, type in your registration number, and click on ‘Check Admission Status’ again.

If you followed the steps above, you have been able to view your admission status successfully.

How to Apply for the NOUN 2026/2027

Make sure you meet all the requirements for the course you want. Here’s how to apply to NOUN:

  1. Start by registering on JAMB CAPS

  2. Head over to the nearest JAMB office and apply for NOUN regularisation.

  3. Once you’ve sorted out the regularisation, open the NOUN admission portal at https://www.nouonline.nou.edu.ng/

  4. Click on the Admission menu.

  5. Choose “Apply for Admission”.

  6. The system will ask if you’ve checked the requirements for your chosen programme. Click “Yes” to move on.

  7. You’ll need to pay through Remita, so follow the displayed instructions carefully.

  8. After your Remita payment goes through, you’ll end up back on the NOUN portal.

  9. Log in with your password and fill out the online application form.

  10. Verify everything before you hit submit.

  11. Now, head over to your JAMB CAPS dashboard and check your “Admission Status". It might take a while for your admission to show up, so keep checking in.

  12. Finally, go to your chosen NOUN study centre and complete your registration with your JAMB admission letter.

Keep your RRR number handy, just in case your payment doesn't go through.

NOUN Admission Requirements 2026/2027

The National Open University of Nigeria is now taking applications for the 2026/2027 academic calendar year.

Here’s what you need to know: whether you’re going for a degree, a master’s, or a PhD, you must have at least five O-Level credits, including English and maths. Also, remember to complete the NOUN regularisation on JAMB CAPS during your application.

NOUN Requirements for Undergraduates 2026/2027

If you’re applying as an undergraduate, here’s what you need to put together:

  1. A birth certificate or a declaration of age.

  2. You must provide both the original and photocopies of your academic documents. That means O-level results, and if you have them, ND, NCE, HND, or your first degree certificates.

  3. Your NOUN admission letter.

  4. Proof that you’ve paid your school fees through Remita.

  5. Academic certificates and transcripts.

  6. NYSC certificate, but only if it applies to you.

  7. At least five passport photos.

  8. Professional certificates, if you have any.

  9. Any licences or certificates your programme needs. For example:

    • Public Health: CHO or CHEW certificate

    • Nursing: Registered Nurse licence

    • Environmental Health: Registered Midwifery or Medical Laboratory licence

NOUN Requirements for Master's Degree 2026/2027

  1. You need at least five O-level credits, including English and mathematics, from no more than two sittings.

  2. If you’re Nigerian, you have to show your NYSC discharge or exemption certificate.

  3. To get into the PGD programme, you’ll need a bachelor's degree with at least a second class lower or an HND in a related field.

  4. Please remember to send in two academic reference letters and your statement of purpose.

NOUN Requirements for PhD Degree 2026/2027

Thinking about a PhD at NOUN? Here’s what you need:

  1. If you want to study law, you’ll need an LLM or MPhil with at least 60% or a 4.00 CGPA on a 5.00 scale.

  2. If your CGPA is at least 3.50, you can go for a PhD or MPhil in a related field.

  3. You must have a master’s degree with at least a 4.00 CGPA on a 5.00 scale, either from NOUN or any university approved by the Senate.

  4. Be ready for an interview. Every PhD applicant has to pass an oral or written interview.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is NOUN admission still on for 2026?
A: Yes, the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) opened admissions for the 2026/2027 academic year, and they’re keeping applications open all through 2026.

Q: How many times does NOUN offer admission in a year?
A: You can apply to the school every semester; they’re always accepting new students. No need to wait; admissions remain open all year.

Q: What is the pass mark for the NOUN exam?
A: At the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), you pass a course if you score between 40 and 44%; that’s a Grade E.

Q: How do NOUN students receive lectures?
A: NOUN students usually get their lectures in two ways: live Zoom sessions and independent learning with digital materials like online courses and textbooks.

Q: Can I transfer from NOUN to another university?
A: The NUC accredits NOUN, so its students should get accepted when they apply to transfer to another university.

Q: Can I use a NOUN certificate abroad?
A: Yes, people recognise certificates from the National Open University of Nigeria internationally.