If you're from Lagos State and you chose Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH) in your UTME or Direct Entry application, there's one important step you shouldn't overlook before your admission can move forward. That step is the State of Origin Verification Exercise (SOVE).
Perhaps you missed the earlier verification exercise or couldn't complete the process on time. If that's the case, you now have another opportunity. LASUSTECH has announced a mop up exercise for eligible candidates, giving them one final chance to complete their verification before the Post UTME screening.
Below is everything you need to know about who can apply, registration dates, fees, interview schedule and how to complete the process successfully.
LASUSTECH SOVE Mop Up Exercise 2026/2027
Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH) has opened registration for the State of Origin Verification Exercise (SOVE) Mop Up for the 2026/2027 admission exercise.
The exercise is meant for Lagos State indigenes who selected LASUSTECH as their first choice institution during the 2026 UTME or Direct Entry admission process but have not completed the State of Origin Verification.
Completing this verification is compulsory before eligible candidates can proceed with the university's Post UTME screening.
Who Is Eligible for the LASUSTECH SOVE Mop Up?
You can participate in the exercise if you meet all the following conditions:
You are an indigene of Lagos State.
You selected LASUSTECH as your first choice institution in the 2026 UTME or Direct Entry application.
If you applied through UTME, you scored 195 or above in the 2026 UTME.
You have not completed the earlier State of Origin Verification exercise.
Candidates who do not meet these requirements are not eligible for the mop up screening.
Registration Dates
The registration portal will be open as follows:
Activity | Date |
|---|---|
Registration Opens | Monday, 6 July 2026 |
Registration Closes | Wednesday, 22 July 2026 |
Closing Time | 12:00 noon |
Applicants are advised to complete their registration before the deadline, as late applications will not be accepted.
Screening Interview Date and Venue
Eligible applicants are expected to attend the verification interview as scheduled below.
Activity | Details |
|---|---|
Interview Date | Thursday, 23 July 2026 |
Time | 9:00 am |
Venue | 500 Seat Capacity Agric Auditorium, Ikorodu |
Candidates should arrive early with all required documents for verification.
LASUSTECH SOVE Application Fee
The application fee for the State of Origin Verification Exercise is ₦10,000 (Non refundable)
Payment must be made only through the official LASUSTECH SOVE portal.
The university has warned applicants not to pay money into private accounts or through unofficial channels.
Why Is the State of Origin Verification Important?
The State of Origin Verification Exercise confirms that applicants claiming Lagos State indigene status are genuinely qualified to enjoy the admission consideration reserved for indigenes.
Without successful verification, eligible Lagos State applicants cannot proceed with the LASUSTECH Post UTME screening.
Completing the SOVE process is therefore an important part of the admission process for Lagos State indigenes.
How to Register for the LASUSTECH SOVE Mop Up Exercise
Follow these steps to complete your registration:
Read the registration guidelines carefully.
Create your application profile if required.
Fill in your personal information correctly.
Enter your UTME or Direct Entry details.
Upload the required documents for verification.
Pay the non refundable application fee of ₦10,000 through the approved payment platform.
Submit your application.
Print your registration acknowledgement slip.
Attend the verification interview on the scheduled date with all your original documents.
Important Information for Applicants
Before registering, keep the following in mind:
Only Lagos State indigenes are eligible.
UTME applicants must score at least 195.
Registration closes at 12:00 noon on Wednesday, 22 July 2026.
Attend the interview with your original documents.
Make payments only through the official university portal.
Failure to complete the verification may affect your Post UTME application.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the LASUSTECH SOVE Mop Up Exercise?
A: It is a supplementary State of Origin Verification exercise for eligible Lagos State indigenes seeking admission into LASUSTECH for the 2026/2027 academic session.
Q: Who can apply for the LASUSTECH SOVE Mop Up?
A: Only Lagos State indigenes who selected LASUSTECH as their first choice and scored at least 195 in the 2026 UTME, or applied through Direct Entry, are eligible.
Q: How much is the LASUSTECH SOVE application fee?
A: The application fee is ₦10,000, payable only through the official LASUSTECH SOVE portal.
Q: What is the cut off mark for LASUSTECH Post UTME?
A: For the SOVE exercise, UTME applicants must have scored 195 or above to qualify.
Q: Does LASUSTECH accept Direct Entry candidates?
A: Yes. Direct Entry applicants who selected LASUSTECH as their first choice and meet the admission requirements can participate in the SOVE exercise if they are Lagos State indigenes.
Q: Where is LASUSTECH located?
A: Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH) is located in Ikorodu, Lagos State, Nigeria.
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