JAMB Transfer Approval is a feature in JAMB CAPS (Central Admissions Processing System) that allows a university or higher institution to transfer a candidate to a different course than the one they initially applied for.
This process is done when a candidate aggregate score does not meet with the course he/she applied for but qualifies for another course offered by the same institution.
How Does JAMB Transfer Approval Work?
- Review by the Institution:
The institution reviews aspirants scores and eligibility for the courses they applied for. If a particular candidate’s aggregate score does not meet the cut off mark of their chosen course but qualifies for another course, the institution can initiate a transfer of request.
- Notification on JAMB CAPS:
Once the transfer is initiated, the candidate will receive a notification from JAMB where they can either accept or reject the request.
Once the transfer is initiated, the candidate will receive a notification on their JAMB CAPS profile.
The message will inform them about the proposed course change.
How long does transfer approval last on JAMB CAPS
There’s no specific time for how long JAMB transfer last on JAMB caps but the transfer can stay upto 7-14 days for candidates to respond to the request.
How to Check Transfer Approval Offer on JAMB CAPS
Below is a step by step guide on how to check your transfer approval request on JAMB CAPS
- Visit the JAMB Portal via the link below https://efacility.jamb.gov.ng/
- Login by entering your email address and password
- Once you login click on check admission status.
- Then, click on “Access my CAPS”
- Then click on Transfer Approval from the list of options
- If you were offered a transfer to a different course, you’ll see the details here.
- You can now review the new course and either accept or reject the request.
Note that accepting the transfer request means you have decided to study the new course, and you will not be able to change it again.
Is JAMB Transfer Approval Same as Change of Course?
No, JAMB Transfer Approval is not the same as a Change of Course.
JAMB transfer approval is an offer initiated by the institution you applied for while change of course is done by you yourself at an accredited JAMB CBT centre.
Can I Apply for Change of Course After JAMB Transfer Approval?
Yes, you can apply for a change of course after accepting the JAMB transfer approval but it might take a few days before your new course appears on your admission status.
In conclusion, the duration for JAMB transfer approval varies and depends on the institution.
However, it is important to accept the transfer approval quickly before the institution closes its admission process, unless you have no intention of studying that particular course.
