Sokoto State University (SSU) Post-UTME / DE Screening Form for 2026/2027 Academic Session
Sokoto State University, SSU, post UTME and Direct Entry Screening Form for the 2026/2027 academic session is out. See the courses, requirements, and how to apply for the SSU post UTME form below.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for admission into the Sokoto State University (SSU) DEGREE PROGRAMMES for the 2026/2027 academic session.
The online screening exercise for admission into the Sokoto State University for the 2026/2027 Academic Session will commence on Monday, 12th September, and end on Saturday, 31 December 2026.
SSU Post UTME Screening Eligibility
Candidates who applied for admission into the Sokoto State University, Sokoto, through UTME and Direct Entry and chose the University as their most preferred Institution (i.e. first choice), with a minimum SSU cut-off mark of 140 and above.
Additionally, Direct Entry candidates need to possess at least Lower Credit in HND/ND, Merit in NCE, and 6 points in IJMB in relevant areas from a recognized tertiary institution.
NOTE: Please note that the screening is strictly online, and no examination will be required of applicants at any time.
For further inquiries, email info@ssu.edu.ng.ictsupport@ssu.edu.ng or call +2348162544443 or +2349017593664 (call period: 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. from Mondays to Thursdays and 9:00 am to 12:00 pm on Fridays).
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FAQs: About Sokoto State University (SSU) Post-UTME / DE Screening Form for 2026/2027 Academic Session
Is the SSU Post-UTME/Direct Entry screening form for 2026/2027 out?
As of the latest information available from Sokoto State University, an official 2026/2027 Post-UTME/DE screening announcement has not yet been published on the university’s website. Candidates should regularly check the official SSU website and screening portal for the release of the 2026/2027 admission screening form.
What was the minimum UTME score for SSU’s previous screening exercise?
For the 2025/2026 academic session, SSU required UTME candidates to have scored a minimum of 150 and selected Sokoto State University as their first-choice institution. Candidates should wait for the official 2026/2027 announcement to confirm whether the same cut-off mark will apply.
Who can apply for the SSU Post-UTME/DE screening?
The screening is intended for eligible UTME and Direct Entry (DE) candidates seeking admission into undergraduate programmes at Sokoto State University. Candidates are expected to meet the university’s entry requirements and provide the necessary academic credentials.
What are the O’Level requirements for SSU admission?
Candidates are generally required to have at least five relevant O’Level credit passes, including English Language and Mathematics, obtained at not more than two sittings. Candidates must also upload their O’Level results to the JAMB portal as required for admission processing.
How much was the SSU Post-UTME screening fee, and how was the screening conducted?
For the 2025/2026 screening exercise, SSU charged ₦2,000, excluding transaction charges. The screening was conducted entirely online, with candidates required to register through the university’s portal, upload their credentials, make payment, and print their acknowledgment slip. The university stated that no physical Post-UTME examination was required for that session. The fee and procedure for 2026/2027 should be confirmed when the official admission notice is released.
