EKSU Post-UTME/DE 2026: Cut-off Mark, Eligibility and Registration

This is to inform all UTME and DIRECT ENTRY(DE) candidates who have applied for admission into the Ekiti State University (EKSU), Ado-Ekiti, for the 2026/2027 academic session, that the online screening exercise will commence on 3rd October 2026(please note that there will be no Examination)

The University will also consider UTME candidates who did not choose EKSU initially but scored 160 and above in the last UTME, and are ready to change their first choice of institution to EKSU on their JAMB CAPS. Ekiti State University (EKSU) will give concessions to successful students from its Pre-Degree Programme, in keeping with Senate approval.

Candidates who have not written their O’level examinations should not apply for the PUTME screening exercise. They are to apply as soon as the results of their O’level examinations are released.

The University’s minimum UTME scores for Law, Nursing, and Medicine (MBBS) are 240, 220, and 250, respectively. Candidates who scored lower in any of the aforementioned courses may apply for PUTME screening into other courses of their choice and effect the change on JAMB CAPS to be considered for admission. Please note that EKSU accepts JUPEB (minimum of 7 points) and NOT IJMB for admission.

ELIGIBILITY

EKSU will admit only candidates who made at least five (5) credit passes in SSCE/NECO/NABTEB in the relevant subjects AT NOT MORE THAN TWO SITTINGS. (Direct Entry candidates must possess a minimum of Upper Credit for engineering courses and Lower Credit for other courses). Direct Entry candidates who are interested in changing their first choice of institution to EKSU may also be considered. Direct Entry candidates should process their transcripts, which must get to EKSU via this email: admissions.registration@eksu.edu.ng on or before 30th November 2026 failing which their applications for admission will not be considered.

Any candidate who fails to participate in the screening exercise will not be considered for admission into the University. Any false information uploaded by the candidate will lead to automatic disqualification.

INSTRUCTION TO ALL CANDIDATES

A. PROCEDURE OF PAYMENT FOR EKSU POST UTME SCREENING EXERCISE ON REMITA

• Log in to www.eksu.edu.ng Click on ‘PAY FOR PUTME
• Select mode of entry e.g., UTME or DIRECT ENTRY.
• Fill in your JAMB Registration Number.
• Fill in the course you are applying for.
• Fill in your name (Applicant’s name).
• Fill in your phone number (Applicant’s Personal Phone number).
• Fill in your VALID E-MAIL ADDRESS Applicant’s E-mail).
• Confirm e-mail address. (Please ensure your email address is active and correct, as your payment receipt will be sent to any email provided on the biller. You may not get a receipt if the email is incorrect.
•  Please click on the “I’m not a robot” reCAPTCHA box for verification.
• Click “Submit”.
• Then select how you want to pay, e.g., a) CARD (This method requires that you fill in details of your ATM card (Master, Visa, or Verve card) to make payment).
• b) Bank Branch (This method requires that you enter any bank that processes Remita transactions and present your pre-generated RRR code to make payment).

(You are advised to use any of the above methods of payment for ease of service.

Note: Please ensure you fill in your details correctly, as payment made for the Post-UTME application in error is non-refundable.

•  Make sure you copy or print the RRR number generated after successful payment.

B. To apply for 2026/2027 UTME/DE

i. Go back to the www.eksu.edu.ng, click on APPLY FOR PUTME, locate Admission, and click on ‘start’, you will be directed to the online application portal.

ii. Sign up by providing the required details to create an account. MAKE SURE YOU PROVIDE YOUR ACTIVE EMAIL AND PERSONAL PHONE NUMBER. A verification email will be sent to you.

iii. After successful sign-up, click LOGIN to log in to your dashboard. Applicants are to log in using their CORRECT JAMB registration number as ‘username’ and enter their personal phone number as ‘password’ used while signing up.

iv. On your dashboard, select the type of application (2026/2027 PUTME application). The next page requires inputting the applicant’s JAMB Registration Number (UTME). For applicants who chose EKSU, their information will be populated automatically, and they can proceed to fill in their other details. Applicants who did not choose EKSU as their first choice will have to fill in all their correct details on the form page. The next page requires inputting the RRR number gotten for your payment on Remita (A, 1-13 above) for the verification of payment status.

v. Attach your 1″ x 1″ coloured passport photograph with red background in JPEG format only on the form page.

vi. Upload details of your O-Level result(s) obtained at not more than two sittings at the following examinations: WAEC/SSCE, NECO, and NABTEB

vii. After undergoing the above procedure, preview, confirm, submit, and print out the completed screening form.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the general cut-off mark for EKSU Post-UTME 2026/2027?
The general minimum UTME score for the Ekiti State University (EKSU) 2026/2027 admission screening is 150, although some programmes have higher minimum scores. For example, Medicine and Surgery require 260, Law 250, Pharmacy 240, Nursing Science 230, and Medical Laboratory Science 220.

2. Who is eligible to apply for the EKSU Post-UTME/DE screening?
Eligible candidates include UTME candidates who chose EKSU as their first-choice institution and met the required UTME score for their intended course. Candidates who did not initially choose EKSU may also be considered if they scored at least 150 and are willing to change EKSU to their first choice on JAMB CAPS. Direct Entry candidates can also participate in the screening exercise.

3. Does EKSU conduct a Post-UTME examination for 2026/2027?
No. According to the available 2026/2027 admission information, EKSU’s Post-UTME/Direct Entry screening is conducted without a written examination. Candidates are expected to complete the online registration and screening process as instructed by the university.

4. Can candidates with awaiting O’Level results apply for EKSU Post-UTME 2026?
No. Candidates whose O’Level results are still awaiting are advised not to apply until their results are released. Applicants are expected to meet the required O’Level requirements for their chosen programmes.

5. Where can I register for EKSU Post-UTME/DE 2026?
Candidates should complete their registration through the official EKSU admission portal and follow the university’s instructions for the 2026/2027 screening exercise. Applicants are advised to rely on official EKSU channels and avoid unofficial registration links.