EKSU Extends Post-UTME Registration: New Deadline, Cut-Offs, and Full Application Guide

Ekiti State University (EKSU) has officially extended the closing date for its 2025/2026 Post-UTME and Direct Entry registration. The new deadline is Sunday, October 19, 2025, giving candidates extra time to complete their applications and secure a chance at admission.

The management of EKSU explained that the extension was introduced to ensure that no qualified student is left behind in the admission process.

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What You Need to Know About EKSU 2025/2026 Admission

The university has thrown its gates wide open for both UTME and Direct Entry applicants. But here’s the twist—no written examination this year. Admission will be strictly based on the online screening exercise.

• Screening Start Date: Wednesday, August 13, 2025
• Minimum UTME Score: 150 and above
• First Choice Policy: Candidates must select EKSU as their first choice on JAMB CAPS to qualify.

For candidates from Pre-Degree and JUPEB programmes, successful completion guarantees eligibility. Students awaiting WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB results can also apply but must upload their results once released.

EKSU 2025/2026 Cut-Off Marks by Course

Not all courses share the same entry benchmark. Below is the official breakdown:

• Medicine & Surgery — 260
• Law — 250
• Doctor of Pharmacy — 240
• Nursing Science — 230
• Medical Laboratory Science — 220
• Mass Communication — 200
• Engineering — 180
• Computer Science — 180
• Medical Biochemistry — 180

If you don’t meet the cut-off for your dream course, you can still apply for other available programmes.

JUPEB applicants need a minimum of 7 points. Please note: IJMB is not accepted.

Step-by-Step Application Guide for EKSU Post-UTME 2025/2026

Follow this simple process to complete your registration:

1. Visit the EKSU application portal 
2. Click on Admission and sign up with your active email and phone number.
3. Verify your account through the confirmation email.
4. Log in using your JAMB registration number or email as username.
5. Select 2025/2026 PUTME Application and enter your JAMB number.
6. Pay the screening fee securely online.
7. Upload a 1×1 passport photo (JPEG, red background).
8. Enter your O’Level results (maximum of two sittings).
9. Preview, confirm, submit, and print your screening form.

Who Can Apply?

• UTME Applicants: Minimum of five O’Level credits in relevant subjects (not more than two sittings).
• Direct Entry Applicants:
  • Engineering — Polytechnic ND with Upper Credit.
  • Other programmes — Polytechnic ND with Lower Credit.
  • Education — NCE with Credit or Merit.
  • Transcripts must be sent to [email protected] before October 19, 2025.

Important: UTME candidates with NECO results must submit their Result Verification Token to the Admissions Office. If you do not have one, get it from the NECO verification page and send to [email protected].

Key Warnings Every Candidate Must Note

• Skipping the screening means no admission.
• False information leads to automatic disqualification.
• Deadline is final—October 19, 2025.

Final Takeaway

This extension is a golden chance for candidates who haven’t registered. If EKSU is your target university, don’t wait any longer. Complete your application, upload your details, and secure your chance to become part of the EKSU community in 2025/2026.

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