UNICAL Admission List 2025/2026 Academic Session
This is to inform all candidates who applied for the Post-UTME screening exercise at University of Calabar (UNICAL) that the management has officially released the UNICAL Admission List for the 2025/2026 academic session.
The UNICAL Admission List contains the names of candidates who have been offered provisional admission into various undergraduate programmes at the University of Calabar.
Candidates who participated in the admission screening process and met the required cut off marks and other admission requirements are advised to check the UNICAL Admission List to confirm their admission status.
In this article, we will guide you through the process of checking the UNICAL Admission List and also explain the important steps you need to take after receiving your admission offer.
University of Calabar UNICAL Admission List
As part of the yearly admission process for Nigerian universities, the management of University of Calabar has officially published the UNICAL Admission List for the 2025/2026 academic session.
After the successful conduct of the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) organized by Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board and the completion of the university’s Post-UTME screening exercise, the institution has released the names of candidates who have been offered provisional admission into different undergraduate programmes.
The UNICAL Admission List includes candidates who successfully met the institution’s required cut-off mark and fulfilled all necessary admission conditions set by the university.
Being listed on the UNICAL Admission List means that a candidate has been considered academically qualified and eligible to study their chosen course at the University of Calabar for the 2025/2026 academic session.
Candidates are therefore encouraged to check their names on the UNICAL Admission List as soon as possible in order to confirm whether they have been offered admission and proceed with the necessary admission procedures.
How To Check UNICAL Admission List
Candidates who applied for admission into the University of Calabar can check the UNICAL Admission List using two major methods. These include:
- Through the JAMB CAPS portal
- Through the school admission portal
Both methods allow candidates to verify their admission status and take the next steps required for registration.
UNICAL Admission List Through JAMB CAPS
One of the easiest and most common ways to check the UNICAL Admission List is through the JAMB Central Admission Processing System (CAPS).
The CAPS platform allows candidates to monitor their admission status and either accept or reject their admission offer.
How To Check UNICAL Admission Status via JAMB CAPS
Follow the steps below to check if your name appears on the UNICAL Admission List through the JAMB CAPS portal:
- Visit the official JAMB portal.
- Log in to your JAMB profile using your registered email address and password.
- Locate and click on the “Check Admission Status” option.
- Select your examination year.
- Enter your JAMB registration number in the required space.
- Click on Check Admission Status to view your admission information.
- After completing these steps, your admission status will appear on the screen.
You may see one of the following messages:
- Congratulations! – This means you have been offered admission. You can proceed to accept or reject the admission on the portal.
- Admission in Progress – This indicates that the admission process is still ongoing. Candidates are advised to check back later for updates.
- Not Admitted – This means admission has not been offered yet. Candidates should continue checking as the UNICAL Admission List may be updated in batches.
UNICAL Admission List Through School Portal
Candidates may also check the UNICAL Admission List through the official admission portal of the University of Calabar.
- Visit the official website of the University of Calabar at https://www.unical.edu.ng.
- Navigate to the “Admission” section on the homepage and click on the “Admission List” for the current academic session.
- Enter your JAMB registration number in the space provided. Make sure the information you input is correct.
- Click on the “Check Admission Status” button to see if your name appears on the UNICAL Admission List.
- If you have been offered admission, you can proceed to download and print your admission letter directly from the portal
Further Steps After Successful Admission At UNICAL
After confirming your name on the UNICAL Admission List, there are several important steps you must take to secure your admission at the University of Calabar.
These steps include:
Accept Your Admission on JAMB CAPS
Candidates must log in to the JAMB CAPS portal and accept their admission offer. Failure to accept the admission may lead to the offer being withdrawn.
Print Your JAMB Admission Letter
After accepting the admission, candidates should print their official admission letter from the JAMB portal.
Pay the UNICAL Acceptance Fee
Newly admitted students are required to pay the acceptance fee as confirmation that they are willing to accept the admission offered by the university.
Follow the procedure below to make your acceptance fee payment:
- Visit the payment portal and enter your JAMB Registration Number along with your Admission Checker PIN.
- Click on “Process Payment.”
- Choose the option “Pay Acceptance.”
- Provide a valid email address and click on “Proceed to Payment.”
You can either:
- Pay online directly through the portal, or
- Generate a payment invoice and pay at any bank or via https://quickteller.com.
- Once payment is completed, candidates should immediately proceed to the online screening process to finalize their admission.
Pay UNICAL School Fees
After paying the acceptance fee, candidates should proceed to pay their school fees according to the payment guidelines provided by the university.
Follow the steps below to make your school fees payment successfully:
- Visit the official University of Calabar portal at http://myunical.edu.ng/.
- Log in using your Registration Number (for newly admitted students) or Matriculation Number (for returning students).
- Generate and print your payment bill from the portal.
- Check the list of designated banks assigned for your specific programme.
- Proceed to any of the approved banks and make payment via the e-Transact platform.
- Obtain the payment slip from the bank containing your payment details and confirmation order number.
- Return to the portal and log in again using your Registration or Matriculation Number.
- Enter your Bill Number (found on your printed bill) to access your student dashboard.Follow the steps below to make your school fees payment successfully:
Complete Registration and Clearance
Finally, admitted students must complete all required registration procedures, including departmental clearance and submission of necessary documents.
Conclusion
The release of the UNICAL Admission List is an important milestone for candidates seeking admission into the University of Calabar for the 2025/2026 academic session.
Checking the UNICAL Admission List helps candidates confirm whether they have been successfully offered admission into their preferred course of study.
Once your name appears on the UNICAL Admission List, ensure that you accept the admission on the JAMB CAPS portal and complete all required registration procedures without delay.
Candidates are also encouraged to keep checking the university’s official website and reliable education platforms for the latest updates regarding the UNICAL Admission List and other admission-related announcements.
By following the correct procedures and staying updated, newly admitted students can successfully begin their academic journey at the University of Calabar.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Do You Know If UNICAL Has Given You Admission?
You can confirm if you have been offered admission by checking the UNICAL Admission List through the JAMB admission status portal. Simply log in to your JAMB profile and click on Check Admission Status to view your admission details.
What Is The Cut Off Mark For UNICAL 2025?
The general cut-off mark for admission into the University of Calabar varies depending on the course. However, candidates are generally expected to score at least 150 or above in the UTME and must also have selected the university as their preferred institution during registration.