"The Federal University Gashua (FUGASHUA) has reportedly extended its 2026/2027 Post-UTME deadline to November 3, while Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK), has reportedly extended its deadline to October 21. FUAZ has released a 248-candidate first-batch admission list, MOAUM’s Post-UTME screening concludes today, and a proposed 2027 examination timetable has been announced."
Published: October 16, 2026 | Source: CampusAI News
📌 Overview
Good morning, CampusAIans! 🎓
Several important Nigerian university admission updates have emerged for Friday, October 16, 2026.
The Federal University Gashua (FUGASHUA) has extended its 2026/2027 Post-UTME registration deadline to November 3, while Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK), has reportedly extended its screening deadline to October 21.
Meanwhile, the Federal University of Agriculture, Zuru (FUAZ), has released its first-batch admission list containing 248 candidates, and Rev. Fr. Moses Orshio Adasu University, Makurdi (MOAUM), is scheduled to conclude its Post-UTME aptitude test today.
The Federal Government has also announced a proposed harmonised timetable for major examinations in 2027, including JAMB UTME, WAEC, NECO and NABTEB.
Candidates should verify all deadlines and announcements through official channels before making payments or taking action.
🚨 1. FUGASHUA Extends 2026/2027 Post-UTME Deadline to November 3
The Federal University Gashua (FUGASHUA) has extended its 2026/2027 Post-UTME screening registration deadline, giving prospective students additional time to complete their applications.
According to the information supplied for this briefing, the extension was announced in a university bulletin dated October 13, 2026.
📅 Updated FUGASHUA Screening Details
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Institution | Federal University Gashua |
| Academic session | 2026/2027 |
| Previous deadline | October 13, 2026 |
| New deadline | November 3, 2026 |
| General UTME eligibility score | 150 and above |
| Screening fee | ₦2,000 |
| Eligible candidates | UTME and eligible Direct Entry applicants |
Candidates with UTME scores of 150 and above may be eligible for the general screening, subject to their chosen programme's requirements.
Eligible Direct Entry candidates can also apply.
⚠️ Important Application Warning
Candidates who have not completed their applications should use the additional time wisely.
If the application portal displays an incorrect programme category or an outdated application session, confirm that you are using the correct 2026/2027 undergraduate screening route before making any payment.
Official university website: https://fugashua.edu.ng/
🔄 2. NSUK Reportedly Extends Post-UTME Deadline to October 21
Candidates seeking admission into Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK), have reportedly received additional time to complete their 2026/2027 Post-UTME screening applications.
According to the information supplied for this briefing, the new deadline is October 21, 2026, following an earlier deadline of October 14.
The reported extension is intended to assist candidates experiencing screening-related difficulties, including:
- Change of course or institution issues.
- NECO token problems.
- Other application-related challenges.
📅 NSUK Screening Deadline
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Institution | Nasarawa State University, Keffi |
| Academic session | 2026/2027 |
| Previous deadline | October 14, 2026 |
| Reported new deadline | October 21, 2026 |
Candidates who are yet to complete their applications should check the university's official announcements and resolve outstanding issues before the deadline.
Official university website: https://nsuk.edu.ng/
Important: Confirm the October 21 deadline directly with NSUK before relying on it, as the supplied information has not been independently verified for this report.
🎉 3. FUAZ Releases First-Batch Admission List for 2026/2027
The Federal University of Agriculture, Zuru (FUAZ), has reportedly released its first-batch UTME admission list for the 2026/2027 academic session.
According to the supplied announcement, the list contains 248 candidates offered provisional admission.
Candidates who applied to FUAZ should check their admission status and follow the appropriate acceptance procedures.
✅ What Successful Candidates Should Do
Step 1: Check the first-batch admission list on the university's official website.
Step 2: Log in to your JAMB profile and check your admission status on CAPS.
Step 3: Accept your admission offer if one has been made to you and the relevant instructions require acceptance.
Step 4: Print your JAMB admission letter after completing the applicable acceptance process.
Step 5: Monitor the university portal for registration instructions, payment information and other requirements.
Remember that admission offers should be verified through official university and JAMB channels.
Official admission list: https://fuaz.edu.ng/admissions/first-batch-2026/
⏰ 4. MOAUM Post-UTME Aptitude Test Concludes Today
Candidates who applied for selected programmes at Rev. Fr. Moses Orshio Adasu University, Makurdi (MOAUM), should take note of the scheduled conclusion of the university's 2026/2027 Post-UTME aptitude test.
The exercise was scheduled to run from October 14 to October 16, 2026.
Friday, October 16, is the final scheduled day.
🎓 Programmes Covered
The supplied notice identifies selected programmes, including:
- Medicine and Surgery
- Radiography and Radiation Science
- Medical Laboratory Science
- Doctor of Pharmacy
- Law
Candidates should follow the published timetable and instructions applicable to their particular programme.
Those who have questions about their test arrangements should contact the university through its official channels.
Official notice: https://www.moaum.edu.ng/news/notice-for-the-conduct-of-post-utme-test-for-the-2026-2027-academic-session
📢 5. Federal Government Announces Proposed 2027 Examination Timetable
The Federal Government has announced a proposed harmonised timetable for major examinations scheduled for 2027.
The proposed arrangement is intended to reduce clashes between examinations and help examination bodies process results in time for tertiary admission activities.
The proposed timetable covers JAMB UTME, NECO SSCE, WAEC WASSCE and NABTEB examinations.
📅 Proposed 2027 Examination Schedule
| Examination | Proposed Dates | Targeted Result Release |
|---|---|---|
| JAMB UTME | March 15–25, 2027 | March 2027 |
| NECO SSCE | April 1–May 14, 2027 | August 2027 |
| WAEC WASSCE | May 11–June 18, 2027 | August 2027 |
| NABTEB | June 1–July 5, 2027 | August 2027 |
The proposed harmonisation is intended to support tertiary admission activities from September 2027.
⚠️ Important Notice for JAMB 2027 Candidates
These dates are presented as part of a proposed timetable. Candidates should not treat them as final examination dates until the relevant examination bodies publish their official timetables.
Students preparing for JAMB 2027 can begin studying now while monitoring official announcements for confirmed registration dates, examination schedules and other requirements.
Official examination bodies:
- JAMB: https://www.jamb.gov.ng/
- NECO: https://neco.gov.ng/
- WAEC: https://www.waecnigeria.org/
- NABTEB: https://nabteb.gov.ng/
📌 6. JAMB CAPS: Candidates Should Check Their Admission Status
Admission offers continue to be processed through the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board's Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS).
Candidates waiting for admission should check both their JAMB CAPS dashboard and their institution's admission portal.
✅ Admission Checklist
- Log in to your JAMB profile and check CAPS.
- Confirm whether an admission offer has been made.
- Check your institution's official admission portal.
- Ensure your O'Level results have been uploaded correctly.
- Follow the instructions displayed on CAPS.
- Respond to an admission offer within the applicable deadline.
Candidates should not rely solely on screenshots or messages circulated in WhatsApp groups.
An admission update shared online is not a substitute for checking your own official admission status.
JAMB e-Facility: https://efacility.jamb.gov.ng/
🔴 7. November 30 Deadline for Outstanding JAMB Admission Offers
Candidates with outstanding JAMB admission offers from the 2021–2025 admission years should take note of the reported extended deadline.
Deadline: November 30, 2026.
Candidates affected by the announcement should log in to their JAMB profiles and review their CAPS status to determine whether an outstanding offer requires acceptance or rejection.
The supplied briefing states that unresolved offers may be reverted to “Not Admitted” after the deadline.
It also states that rejecting an old admission offer does not adversely affect a candidate's current 2026 admission.
Candidates should verify the applicable instructions through JAMB before taking action.
📝 What to Do
1. Visit the official JAMB e-Facility portal.
2. Log in to your JAMB profile.
3. Open CAPS and review your admission status.
4. Identify any outstanding offer from a previous admission year.
5. Follow JAMB's instructions for accepting or rejecting the offer.
Do not pay agents who promise to restore old offers, manipulate CAPS or guarantee admission.
JAMB official website: https://www.jamb.gov.ng/
JAMB e-Facility: https://efacility.jamb.gov.ng/
📅 8. Public University Admission Timeline Approaching
The current admission cycle is approaching the published institutional admission-completion timelines.
The dates supplied for this briefing are:
| Institution Category | Admission-Completion Timeline |
|---|---|
| Public universities | October 31, 2026 |
| Private universities | November 30, 2026 |
| Other tertiary institutions | December 31, 2026 |
Candidates who are still waiting for admission should continue checking CAPS and their institutions' portals.
However, these timelines do not guarantee that every applicant will receive an admission offer before the relevant date.
Admission decisions depend on institutional procedures, programme requirements, available spaces and other applicable criteria.
🎯 Advice for Candidates Still Waiting
- Check CAPS regularly.
- Confirm that your O'Level results are uploaded.
- Monitor your institution's official admission announcements.
- Respond promptly if an offer is made.
- Avoid paying unofficial agents who promise guaranteed admission.
🎓 9. More Admission Lists and CAPS Updates
Several institutions have reportedly begun releasing admission lists or updating candidates' admission statuses for the 2026/2027 academic session.
Candidates who applied to institutions such as the following should check their official admission portals and JAMB CAPS:
- Federal University of Agriculture, Zuru (FUAZ)
- Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUTMINNA)
- Taraba State University (TASU)
- Federal University of Education, Pankshin
- Abia State University (ABSU)
- Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU)
- Osun State University (UNIOSUN)
The stage of admission processing differs from one institution to another.
A university releasing its first admission list does not mean that every candidate has received a decision or that subsequent lists have been published.
Candidates whose names do not appear on an initial list should continue monitoring official announcements for further updates.
Important: The inclusion of an institution in this section does not independently confirm that a new list was released by that institution on October 16.
🗓️ 10. Today's Admission Action Plan
Here is what candidates should prioritise on Friday, October 16, 2026.
| Candidate Category | Recommended Action |
|---|---|
| FUGASHUA applicants | Note the reported November 3 deadline and confirm the correct application route. |
| NSUK applicants | Verify the reported October 21 deadline and complete outstanding requirements. |
| FUAZ applicants | Check the first-batch list and verify admission status on CAPS. |
| MOAUM applicants | Follow today's scheduled test instructions if applicable to your programme. |
| Candidates awaiting admission | Check CAPS and the institution's portal. |
| Candidates with old JAMB offers | Review outstanding offers and verify the November 30 deadline. |
| JAMB 2027 candidates | Begin preparing while waiting for the final official examination timetable. |
🚨 11. Admission Scam Warning
As admission lists and screening deadlines continue to attract attention, candidates should remain alert to fraudulent admission claims.
❌ Avoid These Mistakes
- Do not pay anyone who promises to force an admission offer onto CAPS.
- Do not share your JAMB password with strangers.
- Do not transfer money to personal accounts for supposed guaranteed admission.
- Do not assume that a screenshot proves you have been admitted.
- Do not make payments through unofficial portals.
Always verify your admission status through your institution's official portal and JAMB CAPS.
If you are unsure whether an announcement is genuine, check the institution's official website before acting.
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Editor's Note: This briefing is based on the information supplied to CampusAI for October 16, 2026. Some updates, including the NSUK deadline extension, the proposed 2027 examination timetable and the status of admission lists at other institutions, require confirmation through the relevant official channels. Candidates should verify deadlines, fees, admission status and examination dates before making decisions or payments.