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Post UTME 2026: dates, prices, registration process and how to prepare for screening
Post‑UTME / Screening 2026: Dates, Form Prices, Registration & How To Pass Easily
Once JAMB results are out and the Change of Course window opens, the next stage that ultimately determines your admission is the Post‑UTME or School Screening. Many candidates perform well in JAMB but miss admission simply because they do not understand how this stage works, when forms come out, or how to prepare properly.
This guide provides all the essential information for the 2026/2027 session, updated with the most recent rules and requirements.
📅 When Do Forms Come Out?
Timeline: Usually starts in early July and runs through September 2026
Federal Universities: Mostly begin mid‑July to early August
State Universities & Polytechnics: Often open a bit earlier or later depending on their schedule
Note: There is no single fixed date — each school announces its own schedule. We will keep updating this page as soon as each school releases its notice.
💰 How Much Does It Cost?
Prices vary by institution:
Universities: ₦2,000 – ₦5,000 (processing fee only)
Polytechnics & Colleges of Education: ₦1,500 – ₦3,500
Payment: Made online via Remita, Interswitch or the school’s official portal — never pay cash or transfer to individuals or agents.
📋 Two Main Types of Screening
1. CBT / Written Examination
Used by schools such as UNN, UNIBEN, UI, UNILAG, LASU, FUTO, and many others.
Subjects: English Language, Mathematics, General Knowledge / Current Affairs, and sometimes basic subjects related to your chosen course
Duration: Usually 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes
Marking: Scored out of 100, then combined with your JAMB result to get your final aggregate score
2. Online Grading Only
Used by many state universities and some federal schools — no written exam is conducted.
They calculate your admission score using:
Your JAMB result
WAEC / NECO / NABTEB grades
Additional points for Catchment Area or Educationally Less Developed States (ELDS)
📑 Documents Required for Registration
Have these ready before you start filling the form to avoid delays:
JAMB Registration Number
Original JAMB Result Slip (with passport photograph)
WAEC / NECO / NABTEB Result or Statement of Result
Birth Certificate or Declaration of Age
State of Origin Certificate
Recent passport photographs (white background, clear)
Active email address and phone number
✅ Step‑by‑Step How To Register
Visit only the official website of your chosen school — avoid fake or unofficial links
Look for the section labelled Admission or Post‑UTME Portal
Generate your payment invoice and pay the required fee via the approved channels
Fill in your details carefully — make sure they match exactly what is on your JAMB profile
Upload clear scanned copies of all required documents
Submit your form and print your Acknowledgement Slip or exam schedule
Keep the slip safe — you will need it on the day of screening or exam
🚀 How To Prepare & Score High
Get past questions: Most schools repeat questions every year — this is the fastest way to understand their pattern
Revise English and Mathematics: These two subjects appear in almost every screening exercise
Study current affairs: Focus on recent national events, JAMB history, and education‑related news
Know your aggregate formula: Understand how your school combines JAMB and screening marks — see our guide below
Do not relax: Post‑UTME carries up to 40–50% of your final admission score — a high JAMB score alone is not enough
❌ Common Mistakes To Avoid
❌ Using wrong names or details that do not match your JAMB records
❌ Waiting until the last day to register — portals often crash or become slow
❌ Paying agents or “runs people” to help you — it is a scam and can disqualify you
❌ Arriving late to the exam venue or going to the wrong centre
❌ Ignoring instructions on the exam day
Post‑UTME / Screening 2026: Dates, Form Prices, Registration & How To Pass Easily
Once JAMB results are out and the Change of Course window opens, the next stage that ultimately determines your admission is the Post‑UTME or School Screening. Many candidates perform well in JAMB but miss admission simply because they do not understand how this stage works, when forms come out, or how to prepare properly.
This guide provides all the essential information for the 2026/2027 session, updated with the most recent rules and requirements.
📅 When Do Forms Come Out?
Timeline: Usually starts in early July and runs through September 2026
Federal Universities: Mostly begin mid‑July to early August
State Universities & Polytechnics: Often open a bit earlier or later depending on their schedule
Note: There is no single fixed date — each school announces its own schedule. We will keep updating this page as soon as each school releases its notice.
💰 How Much Does It Cost?
Prices vary by institution:
Universities: ₦2,000 – ₦5,000 (processing fee only)
Polytechnics & Colleges of Education: ₦1,500 – ₦3,500
Payment: Made online via Remita, Interswitch or the school’s official portal — never pay cash or transfer to individuals or agents.
📋 Two Main Types of Screening
1. CBT / Written Examination
Used by schools such as UNN, UNIBEN, UI, UNILAG, LASU, FUTO, and many others.
Subjects: English Language, Mathematics, General Knowledge / Current Affairs, and sometimes basic subjects related to your chosen course
Duration: Usually 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes
Marking: Scored out of 100, then combined with your JAMB result to get your final aggregate score
2. Online Grading Only
Used by many state universities and some federal schools — no written exam is conducted.
They calculate your admission score using:
Your JAMB result
WAEC / NECO / NABTEB grades
Additional points for Catchment Area or Educationally Less Developed States (ELDS)
📑 Documents Required for Registration
Have these ready before you start filling the form to avoid delays:
JAMB Registration Number
Original JAMB Result Slip (with passport photograph)
WAEC / NECO / NABTEB Result or Statement of Result
Birth Certificate or Declaration of Age
State of Origin Certificate
Recent passport photographs (white background, clear)
Active email address and phone number
✅ Step‑by‑Step How To Register
Visit only the official website of your chosen school — avoid fake or unofficial links
Look for the section labelled Admission or Post‑UTME Portal
Generate your payment invoice and pay the required fee via the approved channels
Fill in your details carefully — make sure they match exactly what is on your JAMB profile
Upload clear scanned copies of all required documents
Submit your form and print your Acknowledgement Slip or exam schedule
Keep the slip safe — you will need it on the day of screening or exam
🚀 How To Prepare & Score High
Get past questions: Most schools repeat questions every year — this is the fastest way to understand their pattern
Revise English and Mathematics: These two subjects appear in almost every screening exercise
Study current affairs: Focus on recent national events, JAMB history, and education‑related news
Know your aggregate formula: Understand how your school combines JAMB and screening marks — see our guide below
Do not relax: Post‑UTME carries up to 40–50% of your final admission score — a high JAMB score alone is not enough
❌ Common Mistakes To Avoid
❌ Using wrong names or details that do not match your JAMB records
❌ Waiting until the last day to register — portals often crash or become slow
❌ Paying agents or “runs people” to help you — it is a scam and can disqualify you
❌ Arriving late to the exam venue or going to the wrong centre
❌ Ignoring instructions on the exam day
Post UTME 2026: dates, prices, registration process and how to prepare for screening
Post‑UTME / Screening 2026: Dates, Form Prices, Registration & How To Pass Easily
Once JAMB results are out and the Change of Course window opens, the next stage that ultimately determines your admission is the Post‑UTME or School Screening. Many candidates perform well in JAMB but miss admission simply because they do not understand how this stage works, when forms come out, or how to prepare properly.
This guide provides all the essential information for the 2026/2027 session, updated with the most recent rules and requirements.
📅 When Do Forms Come Out?
Timeline: Usually starts in early July and runs through September 2026
Federal Universities: Mostly begin mid‑July to early August
State Universities & Polytechnics: Often open a bit earlier or later depending on their schedule
Note: There is no single fixed date — each school announces its own schedule. We will keep updating this page as soon as each school releases its notice.
💰 How Much Does It Cost?
Prices vary by institution:
Universities: ₦2,000 – ₦5,000 (processing fee only)
Polytechnics & Colleges of Education: ₦1,500 – ₦3,500
Payment: Made online via Remita, Interswitch or the school’s official portal — never pay cash or transfer to individuals or agents.
📋 Two Main Types of Screening
1. CBT / Written Examination
Used by schools such as UNN, UNIBEN, UI, UNILAG, LASU, FUTO, and many others.
Subjects: English Language, Mathematics, General Knowledge / Current Affairs, and sometimes basic subjects related to your chosen course
Duration: Usually 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes
Marking: Scored out of 100, then combined with your JAMB result to get your final aggregate score
2. Online Grading Only
Used by many state universities and some federal schools — no written exam is conducted.
They calculate your admission score using:
Your JAMB result
WAEC / NECO / NABTEB grades
Additional points for Catchment Area or Educationally Less Developed States (ELDS)
📑 Documents Required for Registration
Have these ready before you start filling the form to avoid delays:
JAMB Registration Number
Original JAMB Result Slip (with passport photograph)
WAEC / NECO / NABTEB Result or Statement of Result
Birth Certificate or Declaration of Age
State of Origin Certificate
Recent passport photographs (white background, clear)
Active email address and phone number
✅ Step‑by‑Step How To Register
Visit only the official website of your chosen school — avoid fake or unofficial links
Look for the section labelled Admission or Post‑UTME Portal
Generate your payment invoice and pay the required fee via the approved channels
Fill in your details carefully — make sure they match exactly what is on your JAMB profile
Upload clear scanned copies of all required documents
Submit your form and print your Acknowledgement Slip or exam schedule
Keep the slip safe — you will need it on the day of screening or exam
🚀 How To Prepare & Score High
Get past questions: Most schools repeat questions every year — this is the fastest way to understand their pattern
Revise English and Mathematics: These two subjects appear in almost every screening exercise
Study current affairs: Focus on recent national events, JAMB history, and education‑related news
Know your aggregate formula: Understand how your school combines JAMB and screening marks — see our guide below
Do not relax: Post‑UTME carries up to 40–50% of your final admission score — a high JAMB score alone is not enough
❌ Common Mistakes To Avoid
❌ Using wrong names or details that do not match your JAMB records
❌ Waiting until the last day to register — portals often crash or become slow
❌ Paying agents or “runs people” to help you — it is a scam and can disqualify you
❌ Arriving late to the exam venue or going to the wrong centre
❌ Ignoring instructions on the exam day
