Latest Post-UTME Screening Form Updates for All Schools (2025/2026)

Latest Post-UTME Screening Form Updates for All Schools (2025/2026)

As the 2025/2026 admission cycle unfolds, many prospective undergraduates are keenly watching for updates on Post-UTME (or screening) forms for Nigerian universities. Given the evolving policies — with some universities resuming exams and others sticking to result screening — it’s critical for candidates to stay updated, understand the changes, and act promptly. Here’s a breakdown of the latest across the country.

Why Screening Models Are Changing

In recent years, several universities have shifted from traditional in-person Post-UTME exams to online screening. This shift is driven by:

1. Streamlining Admissions – Online screening reduces logistical challenges and cost, compared to organizing centralized or decentralized exams. (Nigeria Education News)
2. Aggregate Scoring – Many institutions now rely heavily on a combination of JAMB score + O’Level results (and sometimes other metrics) rather than a separate test. (Nigeria Education News)
3. Flexibility & Accessibility – Online screening can be more accessible for candidates across Nigeria, especially those in remote areas.
4. Policy Variability – Some universities may not conduct exams in certain years, depending on infrastructure, security, or administrative decisions. (Nigeria Education News)

Because of these shifts, many schools are releasing Post-UTME / Direct Entry (DE) screening forms rather than traditional testing forms.

Which Universities Have Released Screening Forms for 2025/2026

Based on verified updates as of mid-2025, here are some of the key institutions that have made their Post-UTME / screening forms available:

• According to Myschool, institutions such as Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), University of Medical Sciences (UNIMED), Federal University Wukari (FUWUKARI), UNIABUJA, UNIJOS, and Khalifa Isyaku Rabiu University have released their forms for the 2025/2026 cycle. (Myschool)
• Education Television Nigeria (EduTV NG) lists several universities with screening forms out for 2025/2026, including:
  • Lagos State University (LASU)
  • Federal University Lafia (FULAFIA)
  • Elizade University
  • Babcock University
  • Augustine University
  • Igbinedion University
  • Nigerian Army University, Biu (NUAB) (EduTV Nigeria)
• Campus Informant, a respected news outlet for students, also tracks institutions with ongoing form sales. As of July 2025, they listed:
  • Federal University of Allied Health Sciences, Enugu (FUAHSE)
  • Elizade University, Ilara-Mokin
  • Lagos State University, Ojo (LASU)
  • PAMO University of Medical Sciences (PUMS) (Campus Informant)
• More broadly, EaseData published a “complete list” of institutions whose 2025/2026 Post-UTME forms are already out, including several federal universities (e.g., ABU, FUNAAB, FUGASHUA, FUBK, FUDMA, etc.). (EaseData)

These sources suggest that many universities are already actively accepting screening applications, so candidates should act quickly.

Important Updates from Specific Universities

To give more context, here are some notable institution-specific updates:

1. Prince Abubakar Audu University (PAAU), Anyigba
   • According to Nigeria Education News, PAAU commenced its online screening registration for Post-UTME/DE on August 4, 2025, closing on September 5, 2025. (Nigeria Education News)
   • The screening formula: 70% UTME score + 30% O’Level result. (Nigeria Education News)
   • Fee: ₦2,000. Candidates are also warned to upload their O’Level results to JAMB CAPS, as failure to do so could disqualify admission. (Nigeria Education News)
2. Under-Age Candidates Screening Controversy
   • JAMB has highlighted a problem for 2025 UTME: 23 out of 71 universities had not uploaded screening scores for under-age candidates by their deadline. (Nairametrics)
   • This delay is significant because these screening scores are part of how universities evaluate candidates for admission. (Nairametrics)
   • JAMB has reminded universities to submit their recommended candidates on its CAPS system by specific dates:
     • Public universities: deadline 30 September 2025 (Nairametrics)
     • Private universities: deadline 31 October 2025 (Nairametrics)

What This Means for Prospective Students

Given the current landscape, here is what students should do to stay ahead:

1. Check Official University Portals Regularly
   Don’t rely solely on third-party education blogs. Visit each university’s official admission or screening page to confirm that their Post-UTME / screening form is open, the fee, and the deadline.
2. Be Mindful of Deadlines
   With many universities already selling forms, some may close soon or change their timelines. Taking prompt action is critical.
3. Understand the Screening Formula
   Where applicable, check how each university weights UTME score vs O’Level performance (or other factors). For example, PAAU’s 70/30 formula can guide how much you should focus on your O’Level upload quality. (Nigeria Education News)
4. Upload Your O’Level Results to JAMB CAPS
   To ensure you are eligible for screening, many universities explicitly require that your WAEC / NECO results be uploaded to JAMB’s CAPS system. (Nigeria Education News)
5. Monitor JAMB CAPS
   Since JAMB tracks how institutions upload screening scores (including under-age candidate scores), check CAPS regularly to ensure your profile is correctly updated. (Nairametrics)
6. Understand Screening vs Exam
   Because not all universities will conduct an actual Post-UTME test, know whether your chosen school is using a screening form (online verification) or a full test. EduTV NG’s list can be a helpful guide. (EduTV Nigeria)

Risks and Things to Watch Out For

• Unreliable Secondary Sources: While education-news blogs are helpful, they may occasionally make mistakes. Always double-check on the university’s own admission site.
• Fake Forms / Scams: Be cautious about payment fraud. Only pay through the official university portals or their designated application platforms.
• Policy Reversals: Institutions may revert to Post-UTME exams in later years or change screening criteria at short notice. As such, what holds for 2025/2026 might not apply for future cycles.

The 2025/2026 admission cycle in Nigeria is marked by diverse Post-UTME screening approaches. Many universities are already selling their screening forms — some for traditional Post-UTME exams, others for online result-based screening. Key players, including PAAU, LASU, Elizade University, FUWUKARI, and others, have opened their portals. (Myschool) Meanwhile, JAMB has flagged certain universities for failing to upload screening scores for under-age candidates, raising a red flag for applicants who should check their CAPS dashboards. (Nairametrics)