The Umaru Musa Yar’adua University (UMYU) has commenced the sale of its post UTME screening form for the 2025/2026 academic session.

This provides an opportunity for candidates who participated in the UTME to apply for the UMYU Post UTME screening exercise and be considered for admission, provided they satisfy the university's admission requirements.

Below is everything you need to know about the UMYU Post UTME Screening Form for the 2025/2026 academic session.

Eligibility Criteria for the UMYU Post UTME Screening Form 2025

The Umaru Musa Yar’adua University (UMYU) Post UTME/Direct Entry screening exercise for the 2025/2026 academic session is open to qualified candidates. To be eligible, applicants must meet the following requirements:

  1. First Choice Institution: Candidates must have selected UMYU as their first choice institution during the UTME registration process.

  2. Minimum Cut off Marks: Applicants must meet the approved cut off mark for their chosen programme.

  3. Candidates must also satisfy all other admission requirements specified by the university.

Note: Direct Entry candidates are equally eligible to apply for the screening exercise.

Registration Deadline

Registration for the UMYU Post UTME/Direct Entry screening can only be completed once. Candidates who have already created an account may simply log in to complete their application.

The online registration portal opens on Friday, 29th August, 2025, and closes at midnight on Thursday, 25th September, 2025. A registration fee of ₦2,000 must be paid through the official university portal.

Registration Process for UMYU Post UTME Form 2025/2026

The process below must be followed to complete the UMYU post UTME registration process:

  1. Visit the official UMYU Post UTME Registration Portal at https://collegeportal.umyu.edu.ng/ug to begin your application.

  2. UTME Candidates: Print and present your Post UTME registration slip, JAMB registration slip, and O-Level result(s) at the designated screening venue.

  3. Direct Entry Candidates: Submit the required credentials to the Registrar's Office.

Important Information for Candidates

Umaru Musa Yar’adua University has provided important guidelines for applicants participating in the 2025 Post UTME and Direct Entry screening exercise. Candidates should take note of the following:

  1. For UTME Candidates: After completing the online registration, candidates are expected to print their payment receipt and registration slip, along with hard copies of their credentials, including O-Level results, and present them at the screening venue.

    The aptitude test date will be indicated on the registration slip. Applicants are advised to monitor the university website regularly for updates.

  2. Direct Entry Candidates: After successful online registration, candidates must submit hard copies of their academic credentials to the Registrar's Office.

  3. Special Considerations: Candidates who are visually impaired or officially recognised by JAMB as physically challenged are exempted from the aptitude test. However, they are required to submit hard copies of their credentials to the Registrar's Office.

All applicants are encouraged to visit the university's official website regularly for important announcements and updates regarding the screening exercise.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can Direct Entry candidates apply for the UMYU screening?
A: Yes. Direct entry candidates are eligible to apply through the same screening portal and must upload or submit their relevant academic qualifications during the application process.

Q: What documents are required for the UMYU Post UTME screening?
A: Applicants are typically required to provide their JAMB result slip, O-Level result(s), JAMB registration number, recent passport photograph, and direct entry qualifications where applicable. Additional documents may also be requested during the screening process.

Q: Can candidates who did not choose UMYU as their first choice apply?
A: No. Candidates who did not initially select UMYU as their first choice institution must first complete a change of institution through JAMB before they can apply for the screening exercise.

Q: What happens after completing the online registration?
A: After successful registration, candidates should print their acknowledgement slip and continue checking the university portal for information regarding the screening schedule, aptitude test, and admission updates.

Q: Can I edit my application after submitting it?
A: Yes. Applicants can log in to the UMYU screening portal and make necessary corrections or updates where permitted before the registration deadline.

Q: What happens if I miss the Post UTME registration deadline?
A: Candidates who fail to complete their registration before the deadline will generally not be considered for admission unless the university officially announces an extension of the registration period.

Q: Does registering for the UMYU Post UTME guarantee admission?
A: No. Completing the Post UTME registration only qualifies you to participate in the admission process. Final admission is based on your UTME score, screening performance, O-Level results, programme requirements, and the availability of admission slots.