FAMSAS College of Health Science and Technology, Keffi: A Strategic Transition to JAMB-Centralized Admissions for the 2026/2027 Academic Session

The Management of FAMSAS College of Health Science and Technology, Keffi, has formally announced a significant shift in its admission policy for the upcoming 2026/2027 academic session. In a move aimed at aligning with national educational standards and ensuring absolute transparency in the recruitment of healthcare professionals, the institution has declared that all admissions into its National Diploma (ND) programmes will henceforth be conducted strictly through the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB). This directive, issued by the Office of the Registrar, marks a critical evolution for the college, positioning it among the elite group of health technology institutions in Nigeria that strictly adhere to the federal government’s Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS).

The decision to migrate to a JAMB-exclusive admission model reflects the college's commitment to academic integrity and the professional validation of its graduates. By utilizing the UTME framework, the institution ensures that every student admitted into its specialized health and technology programmes has met a standardized national benchmark of cognitive ability. This transition is particularly vital for health-related disciplines, where regulatory bodies and professional councils increasingly require evidence of JAMB-regulated admission as a prerequisite for professional indexing, licensing, and eventual mobilization for the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC).

The institution has identified a diverse array of National Diploma programmes available for the 2026/2027 session under this new mandate. Prospective candidates can seek admission into Medical Laboratory Technology, Pharmacy Technician, Community Health, and Public Health. Furthermore, the college offers specialized training in Epidemiology and Disease Control Technology, Computer Science, and Environmental Health. Each of these programmes is designed to address specific manpower gaps within the Nigerian healthcare system and the burgeoning digital economy. By requiring candidates to sit for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), the college ensures that students entering these rigorous fields possess the necessary foundational knowledge in sciences and general communication.

Prospective candidates are strongly advised to take immediate action by registering for the 2026 UTME and explicitly selecting FAMSAS College of Health Science and Technology, Keffi, as their first-choice institution. It is important to note that the selection of the institution on the JAMB portal is the only recognized gateway for a candidate's data to appear on the college’s official dashboard within the CAPS platform. Candidates who have already registered for the UTME using other institutions but now wish to join FAMSAS are encouraged to visit an accredited JAMB CBT center to perform a "Change of Institution" once the window for such corrections is opened by the board.

The Registrar’s notice emphasizes that the admission process will be highly competitive and merit-based. Only applicants who achieve the acceptable UTME cut-off scores—as determined by the institution in conjunction with JAMB—and who meet the specific O’Level requirements will be considered. For the health-oriented programmes, candidates must possess a minimum of five credit passes in relevant subjects, including English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, obtained in no more than two sittings from recognized examination bodies like WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB. These results must be uploaded to the JAMB portal; failure to do so will result in the candidate being invisible to the CAPS system, effectively terminating their admission prospects regardless of their UTME score.

The role of the JAMB Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS) in this new era for FAMSAS College cannot be overstated. CAPS is designed to eliminate multiple admissions and ensure that the most qualified candidates are selected based on the available quota for each department. Candidates are therefore urged to become familiar with the JAMB candidate profile and the CAPS mobile application. Once an offer of admission is made by the college, the candidate must "Accept" the offer on the JAMB portal to finalize the process. This digital handshake between the student, the institution, and the federal regulatory board is the final step in securing a bonafide admission status that will remain valid throughout the student’s academic career and beyond.

For the residents of Keffi, Nasarawa State, and the wider Nigerian public, this policy change at FAMSAS College signals a new level of maturity for the institution. It assures parents and guardians that their investments in their children’s education are being placed in a school that follows due process and maintains national recognition. The college management has reiterated its readiness to provide support and guidance to candidates who may find the transition to a JAMB-based system challenging. The admissions office remains open for inquiries, and the college’s ICT department is equipped to assist students with the technical aspects of portal navigation and result uploading.

As the 2026/2027 admission cycle commences, FAMSAS College of Health Science and Technology remains steadfast in its mission to produce world-class health technicians and technologists. By embracing the JAMB framework, the college is not just admitting students; it is enrolling future healthcare leaders into a system that guarantees their professional relevance. All prospective students are reminded that the window for UTME registration is time-bound, and they should act with the seriousness this new policy deserves to ensure they do not miss out on the opportunity to study at this prestigious institution.