How To Pay For JAMB Acceptance Fee (2024)

You’ve received a provisional admission offer into your desired tertiary institution – congratulations! This is a significant milestone in your academic journey. To secure your spot and start the registration process, you’ll need to pay the JAMB acceptance fee. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about completing this crucial step for the 2024 admission cycle.

Understanding the JAMB Acceptance Fee

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) requires all provisionally admitted candidates to pay an acceptance fee. This non-refundable fee confirms that you accept the admission offer and starts your official enrollment process. The fee amount can vary depending on the institution, so check your admission letter or your institution’s website for the exact amount.

How to Pay the JAMB Acceptance Fee

JAMB provides several convenient and secure ways to pay your acceptance fee. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

Online Payment

1. JAMB CAPS Portal:
   • Log in to your JAMB CAPS profile using your JAMB registration number and password.
   • Click on “Admission Services” and then “Accept Admission.”
   • Choose your preferred payment method (Remita or Online Payment with ATM card).
   • Generate a Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR) and proceed with the payment.
   • After successful payment, print your admission letter from the portal.
2. University Portal:
   • Many universities have their own portals for paying the acceptance fee.
   • Access the portal and log in using your JAMB registration number or other provided credentials.
   • Follow the specific instructions on the portal to generate an RRR and complete the payment.

Offline Payment

1. Commercial Banks:
   • Visit any bank branch nationwide.
   • Provide the teller with your JAMB registration number and the name of your institution.
   • Inform them you wish to pay the JAMB acceptance fee.
   • Make the payment and collect a receipt.
   • Return to the JAMB CAPS portal or your institution’s portal to enter the payment details (transaction reference number) to finalize the process.

Additional Fees

Some universities may charge additional fees alongside the JAMB acceptance fee. These can include:

• Post-UTME Screening Fee: Many universities conduct Post-UTME screening tests for further selection of students. The fee for this varies by institution.
• Medical Screening Fee: Some universities require medical examinations for admitted candidates. This fee covers the cost of these examinations.
• Departmental Fees: Some departments within a university may charge additional fees specific to their programs.

Make sure to consult your institution’s website or admission letter for a comprehensive list of applicable fees.

FAQs

1. What is the JAMB acceptance fee?

   • The JAMB acceptance fee is a non-refundable payment that confirms your acceptance of the admission offer and initiates your enrollment process.

2. How much is the JAMB acceptance fee?

   • The fee amount varies depending on the institution. Check your admission letter or your institution’s website for the specific amount.

3. Can I pay the acceptance fee online?

   • Yes, you can pay online via the JAMB CAPS portal or your university’s dedicated portal.

4. What should I do if I can’t pay online?

   • You can make an offline payment by visiting any commercial bank branch. Provide your JAMB registration number and institution name to the teller, make the payment, and then update the payment details on the JAMB CAPS portal or your university’s portal.

5. Are there other fees I need to pay?

   • Yes, some universities may charge additional fees such as Post-UTME screening fees, medical screening fees, and departmental fees. Check your institution’s website or admission letter for a detailed list of all applicable fees.