The Taraba State University (TSU) admission list for the 2025/2026 academic session is one of the most anticipated releases for prospective students who sat for the UTME and participated in the JAMB admission process. 

If you applied to Taraba State University and are eagerly waiting to know your admission status, we have covered everything you need to know about the admission list.

How to Check Your TSU Admission Status on JAMB CAPS

The primary platform to verify your TSU admission status is JAMB CAPS. Follow the steps below carefully to check whether your name is on the TSU admission list.

  1. Visit the official JAMB portal at www.jamb.gov.ng or the CAPS portal at caps.jamb.gov.ng

  2. Log in using your JAMB profile email and password

  3. Click on "Check Admission Status" on your dashboard

  4. Your current admission status will be displayed; it will either show "Admitted", "Not Admitted", or "Awaiting Admission"

  5. If you have been admitted, you will see the name of the institution (Taraba State University) and the course you were admitted into

  6. Proceed to accept or reject the admission offer using the CAPS portal

How to Check TSU Admission on the JAMB SMS Platform

Candidates can also check their admission status by sending an SMS in the following format:

  1. CAPS[space]JAMB Registration Number to 55019

Example: CAPS 12345678AB to 55019

This option is particularly useful for candidates with limited internet access.

TSU Admission Requirements for 2025/2026

To be eligible for admission into Taraba State University, candidates must satisfy the following requirements:

For UTME Candidates

  1. Minimum of five (5) O-level credit passes in relevant subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, obtained in not more than two sittings

  2. A valid JAMB UTME score that meets the TSU and departmental minimum cut off mark

  3. JAMB must have been written in the current or most recent admission year

  4. The course chosen in JAMB must align with the TSU programme applied for

For Direct Entry (DE) Candidates

  1. A minimum of two (2) A-Level passes in relevant subjects, or

  2. A National Diploma (ND) or National Certificate of Education (NCE) with at least Lower Credit, or

  3. A first degree for entry into a second degree or higher programme

  4. Valid O-level results as required

What to Do After Your Name Appears on the TSU Admission List

Being offered admission is only the beginning. Here is a structured breakdown of the steps to take once you find your name on the TSU admission list.

  1. Accept Your Admission on JAMB CAPS: Log in to your JAMB CAPS profile and officially accept the admission offer. You must do this before the deadline, or your slot may be reassigned.

  2. Pay the TSU Acceptance Fee: Visit the TSU official website or the university's student portal to pay the acceptance fee. The fee amount and payment method will be communicated by the university.

  3. Download and Print Your Admission Letter: After accepting and paying the acceptance fee, download your provisional admission letter from the TSU portal. Keep multiple printed copies, as you will need them during clearance.

  4. Proceed for Document Verification and Clearance: Report to the Taraba State University campus with the following original documents and photocopies:

    Document Required

    Copies Needed

    JAMB Admission Letter

    2 copies

    JAMB Result Slip

    2 copies

    O-level Result (WAEC/NECO/NABTEB)

    2 copies

    Birth Certificate or Declaration of Age

    2 copies

    Local Government Area (LGA) Identification Letter

    2 copies

    State of Origin Certificate

    2 copies

    Passport Photographs

    6 copies (recent)

    Medical Report from a Government Hospital

    1 copy

  5. Register for Courses and Collect Your Matriculation Number: After successful clearance, you will be assigned a matriculation number and proceed with course and programme registration for your first semester.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What should I do after gaining admission into TSU?
A: After receiving an admission offer, you should accept the admission on JAMB CAPS, print your JAMB admission letter, pay the acceptance fee, complete the required clearance, and proceed with school registration within the stipulated period.

Q: Can Direct Entry candidates check the same admission list?
A: Yes. Direct entry candidates can also check their admission status through the TSU admission portal and JAMB CAPS once their admission has been processed.

Q: Can I reject my admission offer on JAMB CAPS?
A: Yes. JAMB CAPS allows candidates to either accept or reject an admission offer. However, rejecting an admission offer may affect your chances of securing admission during that admission cycle.

Q: Is uploading my O-level result to JAMB CAPS compulsory?
A: Yes. Candidates must upload their O-level result(s) to the JAMB portal. Failure to do so may prevent JAMB from processing or approving the admission.

Q: Does appearing on the TSU admission list automatically complete my registration?
A: No. Admission is only the first step. You must complete acceptance, clearance, payment of prescribed fees, and course registration before you become a fully registered student.

Q: Does gaining admission guarantee immediate matriculation?
A: No. Admitted candidates must complete all admission requirements, including acceptance, clearance, payment of required fees, and registration before they can participate in the university's matriculation ceremony.