"Several Nigerian universities are still accepting applications for 2026/2027 Post-UTME, screening and Direct Entry, with deadlines ranging from September 15 to October 31, 2026."
🎓 2026/2027 Admission: Universities Still Selling Post-UTME & Screening Forms as Deadlines Approach
Published: September 14, 2026 | Source: CampusAI News
📌 Overview
The 2026/2027 admission process is still active, with several universities currently accepting applications for Post-UTME, screening and other admission processes.
While some institutions have already closed their application portals, others have extended their deadlines or reopened registration, giving prospective students more opportunities to complete their applications.
Candidates who are yet to apply should pay close attention to the deadlines below, as some are only days away.
> ⚠️ Important: Application deadlines can change when institutions issue extensions or new directives. Candidates should check the relevant institution's official admission portal before making payment or submitting an application.
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📝 Universities Still Accepting Applications
| # | Institution | Application Deadline | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Osun State University (UNIOSUN) | September 17, 2026 | 🟢 Open |
| 2 | Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) | September 23, 2026 | 🟢 Extended |
| 3 | Ekiti State University (EKSU) | September 30, 2026 | 🟢 Open |
| 4 | Federal University Wukari (FUWUKARI) | September 19, 2026 | 🟢 Open |
| 5 | Federal University of Lafia (FULAFIA) | September 20, 2026 | 🟢 Extended |
| 6 | Plateau State University (PLASU) | September 20, 2026 | 🟢 Open |
| 7 | Akwa Ibom State University (AKSU) | September 22, 2026 | 🟢 Open |
| 8 | University of Ilesa (UNILESA) | September 30, 2026 | 🟢 Open |
| 9 | Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology (OAUSTECH) | September 15, 2026 | 🔴 Closing Soon |
| 10 | Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science and Technology (BOUESTI) | September 30, 2026 | 🟢 Open |
| 11 | Nasarawa State University (NSUK) | September 30, 2026 | 🟢 Open |
| 12 | Federal University of Technology, Babura (FUTB) | September 30, 2026 | 🟢 Open |
| 13 | Federal University of Agriculture, Mando (FUAMB) | October 31, 2026 | 🟢 Open |
| 14 | University of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences (UAES) | October 31, 2026 | 🟢 Open |
| 15 | Adamawa State University (ADSU) | October 30, 2026 | 🟢 Open |
| 16 | University of Abuja (UNIABUJA) | October 2, 2026 | 🔄 Reopened |
| 17 | Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU) | September 30, 2026 | 🟢 Open |
| 18 | Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) | September 23, 2026 | 🔄 Extended |
🚨 Deadlines Requiring Immediate Attention
Some of the closest deadlines include:
- OAUSTECH: September 15, 2026
- UNIOSUN: September 17, 2026
- FUWUKARI: September 19, 2026
- FULAFIA: September 20, 2026
- PLASU: September 20, 2026
- AKSU: September 22, 2026
- OAU: September 23, 2026
If you are interested in any of these institutions,
do not wait until the final day. Admission portals have an unfortunate habit of becoming dramatically less cooperative precisely when thousands of humans decide to use them at once.
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🎯 OAU and FULAFIA Give Applicants More Time
Two notable updates are the extensions announced by OAU and FULAFIA.
OAU
OAU's screening application deadline has been extended to:
📅 September 23, 2026
The screening exercise is scheduled for:
📅 September 25–30, 2026
Candidates who previously thought they had missed the opportunity should take advantage of the extension.
FULAFIA
FULAFIA has also extended its application deadline to:
📅 September 20, 2026
Applicants who have not completed their registration should do so before the revised deadline.
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⏳ Other Important Admission Deadlines
UNILAG Direct Entry
The University of Lagos Direct Entry registration remains open until:
📅 September 22, 2026
Application fee: ₦3,500
Direct Entry candidates should complete their registration through the institution's official admission portal before the deadline.
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FUGASHUA
The Federal University, Gashua remains open for applications.
📅 Deadline: October 7, 2026
Minimum UTME score: 150
Candidates who meet the requirements and are still searching for an available admission opportunity can consider FUGASHUA while registration remains open.
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AKSU
📅 Deadline: September 22, 2026
Candidates interested in Akwa Ibom State University should complete their application before the closing date.
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NSUK
📅 Deadline: September 30, 2026
Applicants still interested in Nasarawa State University have until the end of September to complete the relevant screening process.
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🔔 JAMB 2021-to-Date Candidates Have Until September 30
JAMB has extended the deadline for candidates from 2021 to date with unresolved admission issues.
The current deadline is:
📅 September 30, 2026
This has been described as the final extension.
Candidates affected by pending admission offers or related issues should not assume that the deadline will be extended again.
What candidates should do
If you have an unresolved admission issue from a previous JAMB year:
1. Log into your JAMB profile.
2. Check your admission status.
3. Review any pending admission information.
4. Follow the applicable instructions on your profile.
5. Resolve outstanding issues before the September 30 deadline.
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🎓 Admission Movement: FULOKOJA Update
The University of Ilorin? No, humanity has apparently decided that similarly named institutions were not confusing enough already.
For Federal University Lokoja (FULOKOJA), the screening exercise closed on September 13, 2026.
The reported admission processing timeline is:
| Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| Screening closes | September 13, 2026 |
| Results forwarded to Faculties | September 21, 2026 |
| Faculty recommendations due | September 24, 2026 |
| Recommendations forwarded to JAMB CAPS | October 5, 2026 |
Candidates who applied to FULOKOJA should therefore continue checking their admission status and JAMB CAPS regularly.
Admission offers can be released in batches, so the absence of an offer today does not necessarily mean the admission process is over.
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📊 JAMB Admission Processing Update
The latest JAMB admission dashboard figures available to CampusAI show movement across several stages of the admission process.
| Admission Stage | Candidates |
|---|---:|
| Institution Heads' Recommendation | 40,895 |
| Desk Officers' Table | 35,707 |
| Approved for Candidates' Acceptance | 52,488 |
| Accepted Admissions | 133,432 |
| Total Across Listed Stages | 262,522 |
These figures represent different stages of the admission process and should not be interpreted as 262,522 newly admitted candidates.
Candidates should continue monitoring their JAMB CAPS and institutional portals as processing continues.
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🧾 What About the 2026 NECO Results?
As of this briefing, the 2026 NECO SSCE Internal results have not been officially confirmed as released by CampusAI.
Candidates waiting for their NECO results to complete their admission documentation should keep their:
- NECO registration number
- Result-checking token
- Other relevant examination details
ready.
Once an official release is confirmed, candidates can proceed with checking their results and completing any outstanding admission requirements.
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🎯 Today's Admission Action Plan
If you are still pursuing 2026/2027 admission, here is what to do today:
📝 Still need to register?
Consider institutions whose application windows remain open, including:
- FUGASHUA
- AKSU
- UNILAG Direct Entry
- NSUK
- EKSU
- ATBU
- UNIABUJA
- And other institutions listed above.
📲 Already applied?
Check:
- Your institution's admission portal
- JAMB CAPS
- Your email/SMS notifications
- Any screening or documentation requirements
🎓 Waiting for admission?
Do not check CAPS once and disappear into the wilderness.
Check it regularly, because admission offers may be processed and released in batches.
⏰ Have an old pending admission?
If your admission issue relates to 2021 or later, take note of the September 30, 2026 deadline.
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🔎 Check Your Admission Chances on CampusAI
Candidates can use CampusAI's admission resources to keep track of their admission journey, institutions and admission-related information.
👉 Check Admissions
👉 Explore Universities
👉 Use the Admission Calculator
👉 Check JAMB CAPS
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When is the nearest 2026/2027 Post-UTME deadline?
One of the closest deadlines on this list is OAUSTECH, September 15, 2026.
Which universities have extended their deadlines?
OAU and FULAFIA are among the institutions with extended deadlines highlighted in this update.
Is UNILAG Direct Entry still open?
Yes. The current deadline is September 22, 2026, with an application fee of ₦3,500.
What is the deadline for the JAMB 2021-to-date pending admission issue?
The current deadline is September 30, 2026, reported as the final extension.
Should I keep checking JAMB CAPS?
Yes. Candidates awaiting admission should check their JAMB CAPS regularly because admission processing and offers can happen in batches.
Has NECO officially released the 2026 SSCE Internal results?
CampusAI has not officially confirmed the release as of this briefing. Candidates should rely on an official NECO announcement or portal confirmation before treating the results as released.
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