ATBU Post UTME Screening Form 2025/2026 Complete Application Procedures

Post UTME screening is the second stage of ATBU's admission process. After you write JAMB and meet the cut off mark, you'll need to register for this screening exercise to be considered for admission.

JAMB opens the door, but Post UTME screening is what gets you a seat at the table.

Good news! ATBU conducts its screening fully online. No need to travel to Bauchi for physical exams. It's mainly a document verification and registration process.

For the 2025/2026 academic session, here are the important details:

The screening exercise for 2025/2026 started on August 22, 2025. The registration closed on November 5, 2025, and is no longer ongoing.

Who Can Apply for ATBU Post UTME?

Before you start the application process, make sure you meet these requirements:

UTME Candidates Requirements

• Scored 160 and above in JAMB UTME

•  Chose ATBU as first choice of institution during JAMB registration
•  Have 5 O'level credits including English Language and Mathematics (maximum of 2 sittings)
•  Your O'level results are complete (no awaiting results)

Direct Entry (DE) Candidates Requirements

• Chose ATBU as first choice institution
• Hold relevant qualifications: A'Level, NCE, ND, HND, or First Degree
• Meet JAMB Direct Entry requirements
• Have the required O'level credits

ATBU does NOT accept awaiting results (AR). You must have complete O'level results before applying.

ATBU Cut-off Marks for Admission

While the general ATBU cut off mark is 160, different departments have varying levels of competition. Here's what you should aim for:

Meeting the 160 cut off qualifies you for screening, but scoring higher significantly improves your chances, especially for competitive courses.

How Much Does ATBU Post UTME Form Cost?

The ATBU Post UTME screening fee is ₦2,000 (Two Thousand Naira only). This fee is:

• Non refundable (you won't get it back even if you don't complete the process)
• Paid online through Remita
• Required before you can access the registration form

ATBU has warned candidates to only initiate payments through the official portal at screening.atbu.edu.ng, which leads to pay.atbu.edu.ng. Never pay directly on Remita. This helps prevent fraud and payment verification issues.

How to Apply for ATBU Post UTME Screening

When the portal opens, here's the step by step process to complete your registration:

1. Visit the Screening Portal

Go to screening.atbu.edu.ng and log in using your JAMB registration number as your username.

2. Generate Payment Reference (RRR)

• Select "Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Bauchi" as your institution
• Generate your Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR) number
• Write down or screenshot this number

3. Pay the Screening Fee

You have two payment options:

Option A: Bank Payment

• Take your RRR to any Nigerian commercial bank
• Pay ₦2,000 at the teller
• Collect and keep your payment receipt

Option B: Online Payment

• Pay directly on the portal using your debit card
• Follow the Remita payment instructions
• Wait for payment confirmation

4. Return to Portal and Complete Registration

After payment confirmation (usually within a few minutes):

• Log back into the screening portal
• Fill in your bio data carefully:
  • Full name (exactly as it appears on JAMB)
  • Phone number (use an active line)
  • Email address (one you check regularly)
  • Course of study
  • O'level details

5. Upload Required Documents

You'll need to upload scanned copies of:

• JAMB result slip (with your passport photograph visible)
• O'level results (WAEC/NECO/NABTEB - all sittings)
• Recent passport photograph (coloured, clear background)
• For DE candidates: NCE/ND/HND/A-Level certificates

Scan documents in good quality (but not too large in file size). Most portals accept JPEG or PDF formats.

6. Submit and Print Acknowledgment Slip

• Review all your information carefully
• Submit your application
• Print your acknowledgment slip immediately
• Save a digital copy as backup

This acknowledgment slip contains important details like your registration number and may be required for physical verification.

Documents You Need to Prepare

Before you start your application, have these documents ready:

Keep the original hard copies of all these documents. You'll need them for physical verification if invited for screening.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: When does ATBU Post UTME form usually come out?
A: Typically around August. For 2025/2026, it started on August 22, 2025.

Q: Can I apply if I scored 155 in JAMB?
A: No. The minimum cut off is 160. You must meet this to be eligible.

Q: What if my O'level result is not out yet?
A: ATBU doesn't accept awaiting results. You need complete O'level results before applying.

Q: Is there a physical exam for Post-UTME?
A: No. ATBU's Post UTME is an online document screening, not a written exam. However, some departments may invite you for physical document verification.

Q: Can I change my course during Post UTME registration?
A: Generally, course changes are not allowed during or after Post UTME. You're screened for the course you chose in JAMB.

Q: How long does it take to get admitted after Post UTME?
A: Usually 1-2 months after screening. ATBU releases admission in batches, so keep checking.

Q: I changed to ATBU after screening started. Can I still apply?
A: It depends on when you changed and if the portal is still open. Change of institution should ideally be done before the screening deadline.