If you're coming to UNIBEN and want the full student experience, living in the campus hostels is the way to go. Just imagine rolling out of bed and walking a few minutes to your morning lectures, heading back to your room between classes, and never stressing about transportation costs or traffic. That's exactly what life is like when you stay on campus.
The hostels are more than just a place to sleep; they become your home base for everything. You meet people from different departments, form friendships that last long after graduation, and get to experience campus life at any hour of the day or night.
Here you will find everything you need to know about UNIBEN hostel accommodation for the 2025/2026 session, including fees, application process, payment steps, and important rules.
UNIBEN Hostel Accommodation 2025/2026 Academic Session
UNIBEN has hostels spread across both Ugbowo and Ekehuan campuses, each with its own vibe and price range.
You can go for the newer ones like Keystone or TETFUND hostels if you want more comfort, or stick with the traditional halls like Hall 5 and Hall 6 if you're working with a tighter budget. Prices range from about ₦31,000 for the basic hostels to ₦150,000 for the top ones.
Here's the thing, though, bed spaces are limited, and competition is tough. You have to be fully cleared and registered before you can even apply.
The process runs on a "fastest finger" system, meaning once the portal opens at exactly 5:00 pm, you need to move fast to secure a spot. And if you get allocated a space, you only have 48 hours to pay before they give it to someone else.
UNIBEN Hostel Fee Schedule 2025/2026 Session
Here is a breakdown of the hostel fee for each hostel:
HOSTEL | DEMARCATION | AMOUNT(₦) |
|---|---|---|
NDDC HOSTEL | 60,000.00 | |
HALL 5 | 46,000.00 | |
HALL 6 | 73,000.00 | |
OTHER HOSTELS | 31,000.00 | |
FESTUS AKINGBOLA (2 per room) | 2ND FLOOR | 100,000.00 |
AKINGBOLA (4 per room) | TOP BUNK | 46,000.00 |
AKINGBOLA (4 per room) | DOWN BUNK | 71,000.00 |
INTERCONTINENTAL HOSTEL | 100,000.00 | |
PG HOSTEL EKENWAN | 82,000.00 | |
CLINICAL HOSTEL | 37,000.00 | |
HALL 7 | 116,000.00 | |
KEYSTONE HOSTEL | 116,000.00 | |
TETFUND HOSTELS A, B, C AND SEN. DANJUMA HOSTEL | 150,000.00 |
How to Apply for UNIBEN Hostel
Log in to your student online record at portal.uniben.edu.
Under Accommodation, select the particular hall of Interest.
You can also choose "No Favoured Hostel". Any space available in any of Hall 1,2,3 or 4 will be assigned upon request.
Under Payments, Create Bed Allocation ticket. Make a payment using any valid ATM card from your Student Profile. Do NOT make payment directly on the Remita website since it has no way of linking back directly to your profile.
After the booking date is announced, use the Activation code on your Bed Allocation payment to acquire a bed space.
Immediately proceed to pay the relevant Hostel Maintenance fee assigned to your allocated space, upon successful booking.
Print out relevant Slips to use for clearance into the Halls of Residence.
Rules and Regulations in UNIBEN Hostel
Hostel accommodation shall be available only to registered students of the University.
Substitution of the room after allocation is prohibited and attracts ejection from the hostel.
Sales or transfer of bed space and squatting are not allowed, as sanctions are ejection from the halls of residence and rustication from the University.
All residents are expected to produce his/her identity card when demanded by Hostel Staff.
Any act of threats or violence, wilful damage to property or drunkenness constitutes an offence and attracts replacement of such damaged property and ejection from the hostel.
All complaints should be lodged with the Porter or any hall Official.
Prohibited items in the halls of residence are: Pets, Hot Plate, Electric Kettle, Washing Machine, Dryer, Toasters, Grills, Immersion Heater, deep freezer, Curling Iron, Microwave Oven (sanction is ejection from the hostel), Gas Cylinder and Gas Cooker (sanction is rustication from the University).
Cooking is not permitted in the room, but in the utility room. Sanction is ejection from the hostel.
At the time of coming into the hostel, students are expected to make sure that items in the room are in good condition. If any damage is noticed, the same may be reported to the Hostel staff in writing.
Expulsion from the University is a sanction for fighting and stealing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How Do I apply for UNIBEN Hostel Accommodation?
A: Students can apply for hostel accommodation through the official UNIBEN student portal after paying school fees. Hostel spaces are limited and allocated on a first come, first served basis
Q: Where are the UNIBEN Hostels located?
A: UNIBEN hostels are located within the university campuses in Benin City, including Ugbowo Campus and Ekenwan Campus.
Q: Are there Separate Hostels for Male and Female Students?
A: Yes, UNIBEN provides separate hostel accommodations for male and female students.
Q: Can returning students apply for hostel space?
A: Yes, returning students can apply, but availability is limited. Priority is usually given to fresh students.
Q: Is there Security in the Hostels?
A: Yes, the university provides security personnel to ensure student safety within hostel premises.
Q: What happens if I violate Hostel rules?
A: Violations of hostel rules may result in warnings, fines, eviction, or disciplinary action by the university authorities.
