If you have been dreaming of being a student of EBSU, the most important document you need right now is the EBSU Post UTME/Direct entry screening form. This form is essentially your official ticket to show the university that you are ready, qualified, and eager to join their academic community for the upcoming session.

Applying for the EBSU Post UTME/Direct entry screening form is a straightforward process designed to be stress free for every student. Whether you just finished your JAMB exams or you are a direct entry student moving up from a polytechnic or college, this screening is the university's way of reviewing your results.

The best part? The process is handled online, meaning you can take this major step toward your future career from the comfort of your home or a nearby cyber café.

EBSU Post UTME/Direct Entry Form 2025/2026 Academic Session

Ebonyi State University (EBSU) invites all candidates who selected them as their first choice institution, as well as those who originally chose other universities but are now eager to switch to EBSU, to apply for the Post UTME/Direct entry screening exercise.

However, only candidates who achieved a score of 150 or above in the 2025/2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) are invited to take part in this next phase.

The application window for the EBSU Post UTME/Direct entry screening form is scheduled to run from 14th July 2025 to 14th August 2025. During this one month, eligible candidates are required to visit the official university website to provide their comprehensive academic details.

Eligible candidates are required to pay a processing fee of 2,000 Naira only for the Post UTME screening.

How to Apply for EBSU Post UTME/Direct Entry Screening Exercise

  • Visit portal.ebsu.edu.ng

  • Scroll to the quick menu

  • Click on Online Application Forms

  • Select the application form for POST UTME or the application form for Direct entry candidates

  • Enter your JAMB registration number in the correct format

  • Click on log in to generate your payment invoice

  • Proceed to any bank to make your payment, or you can pay online with your debit card

  • After payment, go back to the portal to fill out the form.

  • Make sure that your personal email address and phone number are used for the application.

EBSU Eligibility Criteria

  • Candidates must choose Ebonyi State University as their first choice institution. If you didn't, you must apply for a change of institution on the JAMB portal.

  • The general minimum cutoff mark is 150. However, many competitive courses require a higher score.

  • Candidates must have at least 5 credits in relevant subjects (including English and Maths) in no more than two sittings.

  • Direct entry students must possess a National Diploma (ND), Higher National Diploma (HND), or NCE from a recognized institution.

  • Direct entry students must register through JAMB for the current session and select EBSU as their first choice.

  • Direct entry students must ensure their previous school verifies their transcript or "A" level results on the JAMB portal so EBSU can process their admission.

  • All candidates must upload their O'Level results (WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB) to both the EBSU Portal and the JAMB CAPS. If you don't upload your results to JAMB, you cannot be offered admission.

  • Your name must be the same on your JAMB result, O'level certificates, and the screening form. Even a small spelling mistake can cause big problems.

Frequently Asked Question

Q. How much is the EBSU Post UTME form?
A. The screening fee is 2,000 Naira, excluding bank charges.

Q. Will there be a physical Post UTME exam?
A. No, EBSU currently uses an online screening method where they grade you based on your JAMB and O’Level results.

Q. Can I apply if EBSU is not my first choice?
A. Yes, but you must first go to a JAMB CBT center and apply for a change of institution to make EBSU your first choice.

Q. Is the screening fee refundable?
A. No, the 2,000 Naira fee is strictly non refundable, even if you are not eventually admitted.

Q. What is the supplementary form?
A. If you don't make the first list, EBSU often releases a supplementary form (usually costing around 10,000 Naira) for courses that still have space.

Q. How long does it take for the admission list to come out?
A. The first batch (merit List) usually comes out about 2–3 weeks after the application portal closes.