Notice to 2025 UTME and DE Applicants
All candidates who applied to the University of Jos (UNIJOS) for the 2025/2026 academic session and selected the university as their First Choice are invited to participate in the Post-UTME/Direct Entry (DE) screening exercise.
Only applicants who meet the specified departmental cut-off marks are eligible to proceed with the online registration and screening, which will take place from August 18 to September 30, 2025.
Important Highlights:
- Mode of Screening: Fully Online
- Application Period: August 18 – September 30, 2025
- Eligibility: Only First Choice candidates who meet departmental cut-off marks and have uploaded their O’level results on JAMB CAPS.
Who Can Apply?
- UTME Candidates: Must have scored at least 180 in the UTME. (Refer to departmental cut-off list below for specific programmes.)
- Direct Entry Applicants: Must have appropriate qualifications and must pay the prescribed screening fee.
- O’Level Upload: Candidates must upload their O’Level (WAEC/NECO) results to JAMB CAPS before registering.
How to Register for the Screening
Step 1 – Account Creation
- Visit portal.unijos.edu.ng
- Click FORMS APPLICATION, then choose 2025 UTME/DE Screening.
- Read and close the popup instructions.
- Enter your JAMB Registration Number and click Get Started.
- Fill in your details (email, phone number, and password).
- Submit and check your email for an activation link.
- Click the link to activate your account.
Step 2 – Payment of Screening Fee
- Return to the portal and log in using your email and password.
- On your dashboard, select Make Payment and follow the instructions.
- Print the portal receipt and the Remita payment receipt sent to your email.
- Click Proceed to view and print your screening summary.
Important Reminders
- Only candidates who selected UNIJOS as their First Choice are eligible to register.
- Ensure you meet the departmental cut-off for your course. If not, consider a change of course on JAMB CAPS.
- Upload your O’Level results to JAMB CAPS before registering.
- After admission is offered, candidates must accept it on JAMB CAPS within four weeks or risk losing the offer.
2025/2026 Departmental Cut-Off Marks
Below is a summary of the minimum UTME scores required for different faculties and programmes:
| Faculty | Programme(s) | Cut-Off Mark |
| Agriculture | All Programmes | 180 |
| Arts | Mass Communication, Theatre & Film Arts | 200 |
| Philosophy, Other Arts | 180 | |
| Basic Medical Sciences | Biochemistry | 200 |
| Computing | Computer Science, Software Engineering | 220 |
| Cyber Security, Data Science | 200 | |
| Information Tech, CIS | 180–200 | |
| Clinical Sciences | Medicine and Surgery | 250 |
| Dental Sciences | Dentistry | No Admission |
| Education | All Programmes | 180 |
| Engineering | Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Eng. | 190 |
| Mining Engineering | 180 | |
| Environmental Sciences | Architecture | 200 |
| Other Programmes | 180 | |
| Health Sciences & Tech | Nursing, Med. Lab Science | 220 |
| Radiography, Physiotherapy | 200 | |
| Law | Law | 230 |
| Management Sciences | Accounting, Business Admin | 200 |
| Other Programmes | 180 | |
| Natural Sciences | Microbiology, Forensic Science | 200 |
| Other Sciences | 180 | |
| Pharmaceutical Sciences | Doctor of Pharmacy | 230 |
| Pharmacology | 200 | |
| Social Sciences | Psychology, Economics, Criminology | 200 |
| Public Admin, Social Work, Others | 180 | |
| Veterinary Medicine | Veterinary Medicine | 220 |
Contact & Updates
A dedicated UNIJOS WhatsApp group has been set up for aspirants to receive updates about screening and admission. Candidates are encouraged to join using the link provided in the original university portal.
Final Note
Candidates are strongly advised to follow all instructions carefully and ensure that all required documents (including O’level results) are uploaded to JAMB CAPS. Non-compliance may affect admission chances.
Signed:
Rejoice James Songden, PhD
Registrar, University of Jos
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