The Post UTME (Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination) screening exercise is a compulsory admission test conducted by Nigerian universities to shortlist candidates who scored above the institution’s cut off mark. This article covers Post UTME screening dates 2026 for all major universities.
What Is Post UTME Screening?
Post UTME screening is a secondary examination administered by individual universities to further assess candidates seeking admission. Some schools conduct a written test while others use only O’Level results and JAMB scores (direct screening). The outcome determines who receives an admission offer.
Post UTME Screening Dates 2026: Federal Universities
- University of Lagos (UNILAG): Registration opens July 2026; Screening: August–September 2026
- University of Ibadan (UI): Typically holds screening August 2026 — check the official portal at admissions.ui.edu.ng
- Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU): Registration August 2026; Screening: August–September 2026
- Ahmadu Bello University (ABU): Screening typically September 2026
- University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN): Post UTME screening August–September 2026
- University of Ilorin (UNILORIN): Direct screening (no written test) — uses JAMB score and O’Level only; admission list published September–October 2026
- University of Benin (UNIBEN): Post UTME registration August 2026; Screening September 2026
- Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA): Post UTME registration and screening August–September 2026
- Nnamdi Azikiwe University (NAU): Screening August 2026
- University of Calabar (UNICAL): Screening September 2026
Post UTME Screening Dates 2026: State Universities
- Lagos State University (LASU): Typically August 2026
- Ekiti State University (EKSU): Screening August–September 2026
- Rivers State University (RSU): Registration and screening August 2026
- Delta State University (DELSU): Post UTME screening September 2026
- Enugu State University (ESUT): Screening September 2026
Post UTME Screening Dates 2026: Private Universities
- Covenant University: Conducts its own entrance exam; registration opens June–July 2026
- Babcock University: Entrance exam registration June–July 2026; Exam: August 2026
- Redeemer’s University: Screening July–August 2026
- Afe Babalola University (ABUAD): Post UTME August 2026
- Landmark University: Entrance exam August 2026
How to Register for Post UTME 2026
Each university releases its own post UTME registration guidelines. In general, you will need to: visit the institution’s official admissions portal, pay the registration fee (usually between ₦2,000 and ₦5,000), fill in your JAMB registration number and personal details, print your exam slip, and appear on the scheduled date for the screening. Always check the official university portal for the exact dates as these are subject to change.
Minimum Requirements for Post UTME
To qualify for Post UTME 2026, candidates generally must have scored at or above the institution’s published cut off mark in UTME, chosen the institution as their first or second choice in JAMB, and have the required O’Level credit passes in relevant subjects. Meeting these requirements makes you eligible — admission is then subject to your combined performance.
Tips for Post UTME Success
Practice past questions — many university post UTME exams are consistent in style and difficulty. Focus on Use of English (compulsory) and your subject combination. Revise O’Level topics especially in Mathematics and Science subjects. Arrive at the venue early with your exam slip and valid ID. After the exam, monitor your institution’s portal for results and admission list updates.
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