The Modibbo Adama University, Yola (MAUTECH), has released a crucial update concerning the ongoing admission process for the 2025/2026 academic session. In this new development, the university is calling on all prospective candidates who applied for admission into highly competitive or over-subscribed programmes to promptly change to alternative programmes with available admission spaces.
This important directive comes in response to the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board’s (JAMB) extension of the admission deadline for all public universities, giving institutions more time to conclude their admission exercises. However, MAUTECH has emphasized that to efficiently utilize this window, candidates must act swiftly to ensure their details are properly updated to secure possible placement into available departments.
Why MAUTECH Issued This Update
According to the management, many applicants have chosen courses that are already filled beyond the institution’s approved quota. As a result, MAUTECH is providing them the opportunity to switch to less competitive programmes that still have openings.
The aim is to prevent a situation where qualified applicants lose their admission chances simply because their chosen departments have reached capacity. This move also ensures fairness and helps the university meet its target for complete admission placement before the final JAMB deadline.
Who Is Affected by the Update
This update specifically affects candidates who:
- Applied for over-subscribed programmes during the 2025/2026 admission process.
- Have not yet received admission offers on JAMB CAPS or the MAUTECH portal.
- Are willing to change to programmes with available slots while maintaining their subject combinations and O’Level requirements.
If your chosen course falls under the university’s over-subscribed list, you are strongly advised to switch immediately to an alternative programme that matches your qualifications and UTME subjects.
List of Over-Subscribed and Alternative Programmes
Below is a summarized guide showing the major over-subscribed programmes and the alternative departments recommended by MAUTECH:
| Over-Subscribed Programmes | Recommended Alternative Programmes |
|---|---|
| MBBS, Nursing, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Plant Science | Agricultural Science, Botany, Zoology, Biology Education, Environmental Science |
| Computer Science | Operations Research, Statistics, Mathematics with Economics, Physics, Chemistry |
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering | Industrial Technology, Agricultural Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry |
| Architecture, Surveying & Geoinformatics, Industrial Design, Building | Urban and Regional Planning, Environmental Management, Geography, Quantity Surveying |
| Law | Political Science, Sociology, Public Administration, Library & Information Science |
| Accounting, Economics, Management Technology, Banking & Finance, Business Education | Entrepreneurship, Marketing, Cooperative Management, Educational Management, Industrial Relations |
This table serves as a general guide. Candidates are urged to verify that their O’Level subjects and UTME combinations align with the new programmes they wish to switch to.
Steps to Follow for Changing Programme
MAUTECH has made it clear that any change of course or transfer must be completed on or before November 14, 2025. Below are the steps to ensure a smooth process:
- Log in to your profile on the MAUTECH admission portal.
- Review the list of over-subscribed and available programmes.
- Select a suitable alternative course that matches your qualifications.
- Upload your O’Level results if you have not already done so. Ensure all required subjects are properly captured.
- Apply for a change of programme both on the MAUTECH portal and on your JAMB profile to ensure synchronization.
- Confirm your application status regularly on the JAMB CAPS to track progress.
Failure to take these steps before the deadline could automatically disqualify you from consideration for the current admission round.
Important Notes from the University
- Timeliness is crucial. Candidates are reminded that once the deadline passes, no further changes will be accepted.
- Changing programme does not guarantee admission, but it significantly increases your chances if done correctly.
- Ensure consistency in your subject combinations — switching to a course that requires different JAMB subjects may render your application invalid.
- O’Level upload is mandatory. Candidates without complete and verified O’Level results on JAMB CAPS will not be considered.
Implications of the Update for Admission Seekers
This development underscores how important it is for students to make strategic choices when applying for university admissions. Many candidates often choose competitive courses like Medicine, Nursing, Law, or Engineering without considering admission quotas and alternative options.
By allowing applicants to make changes now, MAUTECH is giving every candidate a fair chance to secure admission rather than waiting endlessly for a list that might never include their names.
Applicants who quickly adapt to this update and follow instructions stand a higher chance of being admitted before the final list is compiled.
What This Means for Parents and Guardians
Parents and guardians are advised to guide their children through this process to avoid errors that could cost them admission. They should ensure their wards:
- Complete all necessary updates before the November 14 deadline.
- Double-check that the new course aligns with the student’s JAMB subject combination.
- Keep an eye on both the MAUTECH and JAMB admission portals for any changes in status.
Deadline and Final Reminder
The university has firmly stated that the deadline for all changes of programme is November 14, 2025. Any student who fails to comply with this instruction within the given timeframe will automatically forfeit their admission opportunity for the 2025/2026 session.
Candidates are therefore urged to act immediately and ensure all updates are properly executed to stand a better chance of being admitted.
