UMYU Opens 2025/2026 2nd Round Post UTME Registration — Adds 15 New Degree Programmes
UMYU Opens Second-Round Post UTME Registration for 2025/2026 Session — Introduces 15 New Courses
KATSINA, NIGERIA — Umaru Musa Yar’adua University (UMYU), Katsina, has officially announced the commencement of its second-round Post UTME registration for the 2025/2026 academic session, following fresh approval from the National Universities Commission (NUC) to launch 15 new undergraduate programmes.
According to the university management, this second phase provides another opportunity for candidates who missed the first screening or wish to apply for newly approved programmes to take part in the upcoming Post UTME Aptitude Test.
Newly Approved Degree Programmes
The NUC has approved the following 15 innovative and career-driven courses for the 2025/2026 academic session:
- Doctor of Physiotherapy (DPT)
- B.NSc. Nursing Science
- B.Medical Laboratory Science
- B.Sc. Cyber Security
- B.Sc. Plant Science and Biotechnology
- B.Sc. Animal and Environmental Biology
- B.Sc. Medical Physics
- B.Sc. Physics with Electronics
- B.Sc. Applied Geophysics
- B.Sc. Information System
- B.Sc. Software Engineering
- B.Ed. Educational Management
- B.Ed. Guidance and Counselling
- B.A. Arabic Literary Study and Translation
- B.Sc. Food Science and Technology
Interested candidates can now apply for these programmes through the official UMYU Post UTME Portal.
Exempted Programmes
UMYU has clarified that the following programmes are not part of this second-round Post UTME:
- Agriculture
- Biochemistry
- Computer Science
- Education & Computer Science
- Environmental Management
- International Relations
- Law
- Library and Information Science
- Medicine & Surgery
- Microbiology
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for the UMYU Post UTME Aptitude Test, applicants must:
- Choose Umaru Musa Yar’adua University, Katsina as their first choice in the 2025 UTME.
- Score at least the minimum cut-off mark for their selected programme.
- Possess the correct UTME subject combination as required by their chosen course.
Candidates are advised to check the UMYU Cut-Off Mark Page and UMYU Admission Requirements Notice on the university’s official website for details.
Registration Requirements
All applicants must upload clear, valid copies of the following during registration:
- 2025 JAMB UTME Result Slip
- O’Level Result(s)
- Valid means of identification (Indigene Letter, National ID Card, or International Passport)
Candidates awaiting their O’Level results are also eligible to apply.
Registration and Test Schedule
- Registration Period: Saturday, 11th October – Friday, 17th October 2025
- Aptitude Test Date: Saturday, 18th October 2025
Candidates identified by JAMB as having special needs are exempted from the test. Such applicants must submit hard copies of their credentials directly to the Office of the Registrar.
Payment Procedure
- Application Fee: ₦2,000.00 (non-refundable, inclusive of all charges)
- Payment Method: Through the official university website — collegeportal.umyu.edu.ng/ug/applicant/index/
Applicants should print and bring their payment slips to the test venue for verification.
Important Notice
UMYU strongly advises all candidates to check the university website regularly for any updates or announcements regarding the aptitude test or admission process.
The management reaffirmed that this screening presents a golden opportunity for qualified candidates to gain admission into both new and existing programmes. Applicants are urged to complete their registration promptly and prepare adequately for the aptitude test.
Editor’s Note:
The expansion of Umaru Musa Yar’adua University’s academic portfolio reflects its commitment to providing high-quality education and meeting Nigeria’s evolving workforce needs. The inclusion of specialized programmes like Doctor of Physiotherapy, Cyber Security, and Food Science positions UMYU as one of the most dynamic public universities in Northern Nigeria.
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