The University of Medical Sciences (UNIMED), Ondo City, Ondo State, has opened its Post UTME and Direct Entry screening for the 2026/2027 academic session. The university is inviting qualified candidates to apply for admission into its undergraduate programmes across different medical and health fields.

UNIMED is known as the first specialised medical and health sciences university in West Africa. The institution also highlighted its strong academic standing and steady academic calendar over the years.

Courses Available at UNIMED

UNIMED offers a wide range of programmes across medical, health sciences, and related disciplines.

Faculty of Clinical Sciences

  • Medicine and Surgery

Faculty of Dental Sciences

  • Dentistry

  • Dental Therapy

  • Dental Technology

Faculty of Pharmacy

  • Doctor of Pharmacy

Faculty of Medical Rehabilitation

  • Doctor of Physiotherapy

  • Prosthetics and Orthotics

  • Audiology

  • Occupational Therapy

  • Speech Language Therapy

Faculty of Nursing Science

  • Nursing Science

Faculty of Allied Health Sciences

  • Medical Laboratory Science

  • Radiography and Radiation Science

  • Human Nutrition and Dietetics

  • Health Information Management

  • Complementary and Alternative Medicine

  • Health Care Administration and Hospital Management

Faculty of Basic Clinical Sciences

  • Pharmacology

Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences

  • Anatomy with options in Forensic Science, Human and Medical Genetics, and Mortuary Science

  • Neuroscience

  • Biochemistry

  • Physiology

Faculty of Science

  • Animal and Environmental Biology with options in Cell Biology and Genetics

  • Biotechnology

  • Environmental Management and Toxicology

  • Information Technology

  • Medical Physics

  • Medicinal Chemistry

  • Microbiology

  • Plant Biology and Biotechnology

  • Science Laboratory Technology with options in Biochemistry Technology, Biology and Computational Biology Technology, Chemistry Technology, and Microbiology Technology

School of Public Health

  • Community Health Science

  • Environmental Health Science

Who Can Apply for UNIMED Post UTME

Candidates are eligible to apply if they meet the following conditions:

  • Must have chosen UNIMED as first choice in the 2026 UTME

  • Must have scored 150 or above in JAMB

  • Candidates who did not choose UNIMED can apply after changing to first choice on the JAMB portal

  • All changes must be completed before screening

JAMB Subject Combination

All courses at UNIMED require the same UTME subject combination:

  • English Language

  • Biology

  • Chemistry

  • Physics

O-Level Requirements for UTME and Direct Entry

Candidates must have at least five credit passes in WAEC, NECO or GCE.

Required subjects:

  • Mathematics

  • English Language

  • Biology

  • Chemistry

  • Physics

The credits must be obtained in not more than two sittings.

For Medicine and Surgery, Dentistry, and Doctor of Physiotherapy, all five credits must be obtained in one sitting only.

Direct Entry Requirements

Direct Entry applicants must meet the following:

  • Must have applied through JAMB and selected UNIMED as first choice

  • Candidates changing to UNIMED can also apply

  • Must possess A Level qualifications such as JUPEB, IJMB or Cambridge with at least 10 points

  • ND, HND or degree holders can also apply for 200 level admission

  • Degree holders must have at least Second Class Lower

Transcript Requirement

All Direct Entry candidates must ensure their official transcript is sent directly to the university.

Failure to submit transcripts before screening may lead to disqualification.

How to Apply for UNIMED Post UTME Screening

Candidates who are interested in the UNIMED Post UTME or Direct Entry screening exercise for the 2026/2027 academic session should complete their application through the official university portal only.

The university has advised applicants not to make payments through agents or unofficial websites. All registration steps must be completed online using the approved UNIMED admission portal.

Follow the step by step guide below carefully.

Step 1: Visit the UNIMED Official Website

Open your browser and visit https://www.unimed.edu.ng/.

Once the homepage loads, locate the admission section.

Step 2: Click on Admission

On the homepage menu, click on “Admission”.

This section contains all information and links related to undergraduate admission and Post UTME registration.

Step 3: Select Post UTME

After opening the admission page, click on “Post UTME”.

This will redirect you to the UNIMED Post UTME application portal, where registration begins.

Step 4: Proceed to the Payment Portal

Candidates are expected to pay the screening fee before completing the application form.

Click on the payment portal link provided on the Post UTME page.

Step 5: Make Payment Online

Payment should be made online using:

  • VISA card

  • MasterCard

UNIMED has clearly stated that Verve cards are not accepted for payment on the portal.

Candidates should ensure they use a valid ATM card with enough balance before starting payment.

Step 6: Print Your Payment Receipt

After successful payment, print the payment receipt immediately.

The receipt contains important details such as your transaction ID, which will be needed during registration.

Candidates are advised to keep the receipt safe.

Step 7: Return to the Application Portal

After payment, return to the UNIMED Post UTME portal to continue your registration.

Click on the application portal login section.

Step 8: Log In with Your Details

Use the following details to log in:

  • Your JAMB registration number

  • Your Payment Transaction ID

Make sure the information entered matches the details used during payment.

Step 9: Complete the Registration Form

Carefully fill in all required information on the application form.

Candidates will be asked to provide:

  • Personal details

  • Academic information

  • O Level results

  • UTME details

  • Contact information

Applicants should check all entries properly before submission to avoid mistakes during screening and admission processing.

Step 10: Submit and Print Screening Slip

After completing the registration form:

  • Submit the application

  • Print the completed Post UTME screening slip

The screening slip serves as proof of successful registration and may be required during the screening exercise.

Candidates are advised to keep both the screening slip and payment receipt safe until the admission process is completed.

UNIMED Post UTME Screening Date and Format

The screening exercise will hold from Monday, 3 August to Friday, 7 August 2026.

The exercise will be conducted both online and on site. Candidates will receive specific details through their portal before the screening date.

Age Requirement and Screening Instructions

  • Candidates must be at least 16 years old by 30 September 2026

  • Applicants already enrolled in any university must declare their status during registration

  • Candidates must bring the required documents to the screening venue

Required documents include:

  • UTME result slip

  • Direct Entry registration slip (for DE candidates)

  • Post UTME screening slip

Candidates who fail to attend the screening will not be considered for admission.

Important Notice

  • UNIMED does not use admission agents

  • All payments must be made only through the official website

  • Avoid making payments to individuals or unofficial accounts

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Has UNIMED released the Post UTME form for 2026/2027?
A: Yes. UNIMED has opened its Post UTME and Direct Entry application for the 2026/2027 academic session.

Q: What is the minimum JAMB score for UNIMED?
A: The minimum score is 150, but some competitive courses may require more.

Q: Can I apply if I did not choose UNIMED as my first choice?
A: Yes. You must change UNIMED to your first choice on the JAMB portal before applying.

Q: Does UNIMED accept awaiting results?
A: The university accepts qualified candidates, but O Level requirements must be met before final admission.

Q: What is the screening date for UNIMED Post UTME 2026/2027?
A: The screening will hold from 3 August to 7 August 2026.

Q: Is a Verve card accepted for payment?
A: No. UNIMED only accepts VISA and MasterCard for payment.