- Typically, participation in the NYSC programme requires that a graduate’s highest qualification be obtained through full-time study
- Oloyede explained that JAMB’s mandate only covers the organisation of entrance examinations and admissions into first-degree
- He therefore urged the students to direct their concerns to the appropriate institutions responsible for HND admissions
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has stated that it is not responsible for admissions into Higher National Diploma programmes or for cases where some graduates are unable to participate in the National Youth Service Corps scheme.
Eko Hot Blog gathered that the clarification was given by the Registrar of Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, Is-haq Oloyede, during a meeting with leaders of the National Association of Polytechnic Students led by Comrade Eshofune Paul Oghayan.
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The explanation was published in a bulletin issued on Monday by the board’s Public Communication Advisor, Fabian Benjamin.
In recent years, several HND graduates, especially those who obtained their National Diploma through part-time or other non-regular programmes before enrolling in full-time HND course, have struggled to secure mobilisation for the National Youth Service Corps.
Typically, participation in the NYSC programme requires that a graduate’s highest qualification be obtained through full-time study.
However, admission irregularities, including part-time ND classifications or incomplete admission records, can lead to disqualification or the issuance of exemption certificates rather than full service participation.
These challenges have led to complaints from some polytechnic graduates, with a number of them blaming JAMB for possible issues with admission records or data processing.
Responding to the concerns, Oloyede explained that JAMB’s mandate only covers the organisation of entrance examinations and admissions into first-degree, National Diploma, and Nigerian Certificate in Education programmes.
According to him, admissions into HND programmes are handled directly by polytechnics, meaning the board does not maintain records for such candidates that could assist with NYSC mobilisation.
He therefore urged the students to direct their concerns to the appropriate institutions responsible for HND admissions.
The registrar further explained that JAMB manages admissions through its automated Central Admissions Processing System, which helps coordinate placements into tertiary institutions.
He said the system improves transparency, prevents multiple admissions, provides candidates with information on available courses and institutions, and allows schools to maintain autonomy in their admission processes.
Oloyede also warned that any admission carried out outside the CAPS platform is considered invalid.
He added that some institutions exceed the admission quota set by the National Board for Technical Education when enrolling ND students. According to him, this often creates discrepancies later when those graduates apply for HND programmes, especially if they move to a different polytechnic.
The JAMB registrar further criticised certain “Daily Part-Time” HND programmes, describing them as exploitative and warning that graduates from such unconventional programmes often face rejection during NYSC mobilisation.
Oloyede also alleged that some polytechnics had conducted irregular admissions, noting that one institution reportedly recorded more than 42,000 questionable cases.
He advised institutions to strictly follow approved admission procedures to avoid future complications for students.
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