EKSU Extends 2026/2027 Post-UTME Deadline to October 31 – How to Apply, Eligibility & Key Details

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Ekiti State University (EKSU), Ado-Ekiti, has extended the deadline for the 2026/2027 Post-UTME and Direct Entry screening registration to October 31, 2026. Prospective candidates who have not yet completed their applications now have additional time before the portal closes.

The university earlier opened the online screening exercise on 3 July 2026. There is no written Post-UTME examination— admission screening is based on online submission of credentials, UTME scores, and O’Level results.


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Who Can Apply

•  UTME candidates who scored the required minimum for their course (general minimum is 150; higher for competitive programmes).


•  Candidates who did not originally choose EKSU as first choice may still be considered if they scored 150 or above and change their first choice to EKSU on the JAMB CAPS portal.


•  Direct Entry candidates who meet the relevant entry requirements.


•  Candidates with awaiting O’Level results should not apply until their results are released.


Important higher cut-off marks (examples):

Medicine & Surgery (MBBS) – 260


Law – 250


Pharmacy – 240


Nursing Science – 230


Medical Laboratory Science – 220


Mass Communication – 200


Computer Science / Engineering programmes / Medical Biochemistry – 180


(Always confirm the latest departmental requirements on the official portal, as they can be updated.)


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O’Level Requirements

Candidates need at least five credit passes (including relevant subjects) in WAEC, NECO or NABTEB, obtained in not more than two sittings. Results must be uploaded during the application.


Direct Entry Notes

•  Transcripts must be sent to the university (check the current official email on the portal — commonly admissions.registration@eksu.edu.ng or similar).


•  Specific grade requirements apply (e.g., Upper Credit for some Engineering programmes, RN registration for Nursing, etc.).


•  EKSU accepts JUPEB (minimum points apply) but does not accept IJMB.


•  Successful Pre-Degree and JUPEB students of EKSU may receive concessions in line with Senate approval.


How to Apply for EKSU Post-UTME/DE Screening

1.  Visit the official admission portal: https://eksuportal.eksu.edu.ng/


2.  Click on ADMISSION.


3.  Create an account using a valid, active email address and personal phone number. Verify the account via the email sent to you.


4.  Log in (use email or JAMB registration number as username and the password you created).


5.  Select the 2026/2027 PUTME application.


6.  Enter your JAMB registration number. Details for candidates who chose EKSU will usually auto-populate; others must fill in accurate information.


7.  Make the required payment for the screening form via the online payment system.


8.  Upload a recent 1″ × 1″ coloured passport photograph with red background (JPEG format only).


9.  Upload your O’Level result details.


10.  Preview carefully, confirm all information is correct, submit, and print the completed screening form.


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NECO candidates: Follow the university’s specific result verification instructions (tokens or verification portal process) as directed on the official site.

Any false information uploaded leads to automatic disqualification. Candidates who do not complete the screening process will not be considered for admission.


Key Advice for Applicants

•  Complete your application well before October 31, 2026. Last-minute technical issues are common.


•  Ensure your O’Level results are properly uploaded on both the EKSU portal and JAMB CAPS.


•  Regularly check the official EKSU website (https://eksu.edu.ng/) and the admission portal for any further updates or clarifications.


•  Only use official university channels. Beware of fake portals or individuals demanding extra payments.


The Nigeria Education News will continue monitoring and reporting official admission updates from Nigerian universities. Always cross-check critical information (deadlines, fees, requirements) directly on the EKSU portal, as institutions may issue further notices.

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