"ABU Zaria issues urgent update on 2026 Post-UTME screening. 8 reasons your results may show "Not Screened" — missing grades, wrong documents, subject combination errors, and more. Fix errors immediately or lose your admission."
🚨 ABU Zaria Issues Urgent Update on Post-UTME Screening — Fix These Errors or Lose Your Admission
> ✅ VERIFIED REPORT: Cross-referenced as of Thursday, 27 August 2026
Published: July 21, 2026 | Source: CampusAI News
📌 Overview
The management of Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, has issued an urgent update to all 2026 UTME and Direct Entry candidates who registered for the Post-UTME screening exercise. The university has identified several anomalies in candidates' applications that could lead to automatic disqualification.
According to the update signed by the Registrar, Rabiu Samaila, candidates with irregularities in their O'Level results upload and subject combinations are advised to rectify them immediately — or their admission will not be processed.
> 🔴 URGENT: Candidates who do not correct these errors risk losing their admission chances entirely. This is your final warning.
📊 Key Details
| Detail | Information |
| :--- | :--- |
| Institution | Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria |
| Affected Candidates | 2026 UTME and Direct Entry candidates |
| Issue | Anomalies in O'Level results upload and screening registration |
| Action Required | Rectify errors immediately on the Post-UTME Portal |
| Deadline | Not specified — act NOW |
| Enquiry Numbers | 07076806821, 08111465297, 09020017135 |
🚨 Why Your Screening Status May Show "Not Screened"
ABU has identified eight (8) major reasons why some candidates' results were not screened. If any of these apply to you, you must act immediately.
Top Reasons for Screening Failure
| # | Issue | Action Required |
| :--- | :--- | :--- |
| 1 | ❌ Uploaded O'Level results without inputting grades | Go back and input grades for each subject uploaded |
| 2 | ❌ Inputted grades that don't match the uploaded scanned copy | Ensure grades on the scanned copy match exactly what you typed |
| 3 | ❌ Uploaded wrong documents (exam card, JAMB slip, passport, etc.) | Delete wrong documents and upload ONLY O'Level result |
| 4 | ❌ Wrong JAMB or O'Level subject combinations | Change to appropriate programmes |
| 5 | ❌ Major deficiency — less than 5 credits OR no credit in English Language | Not admissible — consider other institutions |
| 6 | ❌ Two sittings but uploaded only ONE result | Upload BOTH sittings if you have complementary results |
| 7 | ❌ Uploaded handwritten O'Level result | Upload official printout from the examination body |
| 8 | ❌ Uploaded incomplete, squeezed, or faded results | Upload clear, complete, and legible results |
⚠️ Critical Warnings
1. Email Address vs JAMB Registration Number
> 🔴 Candidates who used their email addresses for screening registration instead of their JAMB registration numbers are advised to re-register, as the previous registration is invalid.
If you registered with your email instead of your JAMB number, your application is automatically invalid. You must start over.
2. Discrepancy Between Inputted Grades and Uploaded Results
> ⚠️ If the grades you typed don't match what's on your uploaded O'Level result, your screening will fail.
3. Wrong Subject Combinations
> 📌 Candidates with wrong UTME or O'Level subject combinations are advised to change to other appropriate programmes.
Some courses require specific subject combinations. If yours doesn't match, you won't be considered for admission.
4. O'Level Details Must Match NIMC Records
> 🔴 Your O'Level details must match your NIMC details to be eligible for result upload. Name mismatches, wrong date of birth, or false grades will cause your result to be rejected.
📝 How to Rectify Your Application — Step-by-Step
Step 1: Log in to the Post-UTME Portal
Visit the official ABU Post-UTME portal and log in with your credentials.
Step 2: Check Your Screening Status
Look for the status message. If it says
"your results have been screened" — you're safe. If it says anything else, proceed to fix the issue.
Step 3: Identify Your Error
Refer to the table above to identify which issue applies to you.
Step 4: Make Corrections
- For missing grades — input grades against each subject
- For upload errors — delete wrong documents and upload correct O'Level results
- For subject combination errors — change to an appropriate programme
- For two sittings — upload BOTH results
- For email registration — re-register with your JAMB registration number
Step 5: Ensure Document Quality
- Upload clear, legible, and complete scanned copies
- Use official printouts, not handwritten results
- Ensure the scanned copy shows all subjects clearly
Step 6: Double-Check Everything
- Verify grades match the scanned document
- Confirm O'Level details match NIMC records
- Ensure all required documents are uploaded
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After making corrections, verify that everything is properly uploaded before the portal closes.
📌 Quick Action Checklist
- [ ] Log in to the ABU Post-UTME Portal
- [ ] Check your screening status
- [ ] Identify any errors in your application
- [ ] Input grades for all uploaded O'Level results
- [ ] Ensure grades match the scanned document exactly
- [ ] Upload ONLY O'Level results — NOT exam cards, JAMB slips, or passports
- [ ] If using two sittings, upload BOTH results
- [ ] Upload clear, legible, official printouts (no handwritten results)
- [ ] Confirm subject combinations match your chosen programme
- [ ] If you used email instead of JAMB number — RE-REGISTER
- [ ] Verify your NIMC details match your O'Level records
- [ ] Keep copies of all submitted documents
- [ ] Contact ABU via the provided numbers if you have issues
📞 ABU Enquiry Contacts
For any questions or issues:
| Contact | Number |
| :--- | :--- |
| Phone 1 | 07076806821 |
| Phone 2 | 08111465297 |
| Phone 3 | 09020017135 |
> 📌 Note: These are official ABU contacts for the Post-UTME screening exercise only.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Why does my screening status say "Not Screened"?
A: There could be several reasons — missing grade inputs, document upload errors, wrong subject combinations, or discrepancies between typed grades and uploaded results. Check the list above.
Q: What if I used my email address instead of my JAMB number?
A: Your registration is invalid. You must re-register with your JAMB registration number immediately.
Q: Can I change my programme if I have the wrong subject combination?
A: Yes. Candidates with wrong UTME or O'Level subject combinations are advised to change to other appropriate programmes.
Q: What documents should I upload?
A: ONLY your O'Level result. Do NOT upload exam cards, JAMB slips, passports, or any other document.
Q: What if I have two sittings?
A: Upload BOTH O'Level results — not just one.
Q: What if my uploaded result is faded or squeezed?
A: Upload a clear and complete version that is legible.
Q: What happens if I don't correct my errors?
A: Your admission will NOT be processed.
Q: Is there a deadline to make corrections?
A: The university did not specify a deadline, but you should act IMMEDIATELY.
📚 Related Articles
🛠️ Useful Tools
| Tool | Description | Link |
| :--- | :--- | :--- |
| ✅ ABU Post-UTME Portal | Check status and make corrections | Visit → |
| ✅ JAMB Verification Portal | Verify O'Level results | Visit → |
| ✅ Aggregate Calculator | Calculate your Post-UTME aggregate | Visit → |
| ✅ Admission Chance Predictor | Know your admission odds | Visit → |
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> 📌 Editor's Note: This article is compiled from the official Special Bulletin issued by the Registrar of Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, dated Tuesday, 21st July, 2026. Candidates are advised to act immediately on any anomalies in their screening registration. For any issues, contact the university directly using the provided enquiry numbers. CampusAI.ng is not affiliated with ABU — we provide verified information to help students navigate their admission journey. Always verify critical updates on official platforms.