UNILAG Direct Entry Screening Form 2025/2026: How to Apply, Requirements, and Deadline

The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has officially announced the sale and processing of its Direct Entry (DE) Screening Form for the 2025/2026 academic session. This exercise, which covers all undergraduate programmes, is scheduled to run from Monday, September 22, 2025, to Friday, October 3, 2025.

For thousands of aspirants, this marks the beginning of their admission journey into one of Nigeria’s most prestigious universities. Here’s everything you need to know before applying.

Who Can Apply for the UNILAG Direct Entry Screening Form?

To be eligible, candidates must meet the following requirements:

• First Choice Institution: Applicants must have chosen UNILAG as their first choice in the 2025/2026 JAMB Direct Entry application.
• O’level Requirement: Five credit passes in relevant subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, in a single sitting.
• Minimum Age: Candidates must be at least 16 years old by Tuesday, September 30, 2025.
• Consistent Details: Names and dates on all documents must match.
• Exclusion Policy: Expelled students cannot apply, while previously withdrawn students may reapply only into a new course.
• Mandatory Screening: Any applicant who does not take part in the screening will not be considered for admission.

Step-by-Step Guide to UNILAG Direct Entry Registration

The entire registration process is online via the official UNILAG portal. Here’s how to apply:

1. Visit the UNILAG website and click on 2025/2026 Direct Entry Application when the pop-up appears.
2. Log in with your DE application number as username and your surname in lowercase as password.
3. Generate and print your payment advice slip.
4. Pay the ₦3,500 screening fee either at any commercial bank or directly online.
5. Return to the portal and click on Continue Application.
6. Complete the form and upload all required results, which may include:
   • First Degree, HND, OND, JUPEB, A’ Level, NCE
   • NFLV Diploma, MUSON Diploma, ABRSM, Trinity College London
   • Baccalaureate, DELF/DALF, O’level results
7. Preview and confirm your details before submission.
8. Print your Direct Entry e-registration slip.

After completing the online process, all candidates must physically submit their documents at the Admissions Office, Room 174, Senate Building, First Floor, UNILAG, between September 22 and October 3, 2025.

Payment Details and Required Documents

• Screening Fee: ₦3,500 (payable at banks or online).
• Documents to Upload and Submit: Authentic copies of academic results and credentials.
  Note: Incorrect or mismatched details may lead to outright disqualification.

Important Notes from UNILAG

• Drug Policy: Any candidate who tests positive for drug use, before or after registration, risks losing admission.
• Accuracy of Details: Personal details must match across all results and certificates.
• Enquiries: For clarification, candidates can email [email protected] or call 09053006772 / 08141656802.

Final Word

The UNILAG Direct Entry screening form is open for a limited time only. With the dates fixed, requirements clearly stated, and the fee announced, the responsibility is now on applicants to act fast. Don’t wait until the last minute—errors and delays could cost you admission.

Admission into UNILAG is not just about filling a form—it’s about following the process carefully. Stay prepared, stay alert, and take your chance seriously.

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