Edo State University (ESUI) Post-UTME & Direct Entry Form 2026/2027: Eligibility, Cut-Off Marks and Application Guide
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Edo State University Uzairue (ESUI) has commenced registration for the 2026/2027 Post-UTME and Direct Entry (DE) Screening Exercise.
ESUI Opens 2026/2027 Post-UTME Registration
Important Dates
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Opens | 12 June 2026 |
| Application Closes | 31 August 2026 |
Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UTME Screening | ₦2,000 |
| Direct Entry Screening | ₦2,000 |
| Transfer Application | ₦60,000 |
Note: All fees are non-refundable.
General Admission Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Have participated in the 2026 UTME.
- Score a minimum of 150 in UTME.
- Meet the approved cut-off mark for their chosen programme.
- Possess the required O’Level credits as specified in the JAMB Brochure.
- Be at least 16 years old on or before 30 September 2026.
- For Direct Entry (DE), have registered through JAMB and satisfy the University’s DE requirements.
- Candidates who did not initially select ESUI as their first-choice institution may apply after changing their institution to ESUI through JAMB CAPS.
O’Level Result Upload Requirement
All candidates are required to upload their O’Level results to JAMB CAPS on or before 31 August 2026.
Candidates who fail to upload their O’Level results before the deadline will not be considered for admission.
Programme Cut-Off Marks
Faculty of Arts and Communication
| Programme | Cut-Off Mark |
|---|---|
| Broadcasting | 150 |
| English | 150 |
| History and International Studies | 150 |
| Journalism and Media Studies | 150 |
| Mass Communication | 160 |
Faculty of Applied Health Sciences
| Programme | Cut-Off Mark |
|---|---|
| Medical Laboratory Science | 160 |
| Nursing | 170 |
Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
| Programme | Cut-Off Mark |
|---|---|
| Biochemistry | 150 |
| Anatomy | 150 |
| Physiology | 150 |
Faculty of Clinical Sciences
| Programme | Cut-Off Mark |
|---|---|
| Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) | 210 |
Faculty of Engineering
| Programme | Cut-Off Mark |
|---|---|
| Chemical Engineering | 150 |
| Civil Engineering | 170 |
| Computer Engineering | 170 |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering | 170 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 170 |
| Mechatronics Engineering | 150 |
| Mining Engineering | 150 |
| Production Engineering | 150 |
Faculty of Law
| Programme | Cut-Off Mark |
|---|---|
| Law (LL.B) | 185 |
Faculty of Management and Social Sciences
| Programme | Cut-Off Mark |
|---|---|
| Accounting | 150 |
| Banking and Finance | 150 |
| Business Administration | 150 |
| Economics | 150 |
| Entrepreneurship | 150 |
| Political Science | 150 |
| Public Administration | 150 |
| Peace and Conflict Studies | 150 |
| Sociology | 150 |
Faculty of Science
| Programme | Cut-Off Mark |
|---|---|
| Animal and Environmental Biology | 150 |
| Computer Science | 170 |
| Cyber Security | 150 |
| Industrial Chemistry | 150 |
| Microbiology | 150 |
| Plant Biology and Biotechnology | 150 |
| Physics with Electronics | 150 |
| Software Engineering | 150 |
| Science Laboratory Technology | 150 |
| Mathematics | 150 |
How to Apply
Follow the steps below:
- Visit the ESUI Admission Portal for UTME/DE Admission and Inter-University Transfer Portal for Inter-University Transfer Admission.
- Select the appropriate admission category.
- Carefully read all admission requirements.
- Click on Application Forms.
- Enter your JAMB Registration Number in the required format.
- Use your personal email address and phone number.
- Complete the application form.
- Upload all required documents.
- Submit your application.
- Re-login through the “Already Applied?” option to monitor your application status.
Important:
Use only your personal and active email address and phone number throughout the application process.
Screening Process
Physical Post-UTME Screening
The following candidates will participate in a physical screening exercise:
- Medicine and Surgery (MBBS)
- Nursing
- Law
The University will communicate the screening date, venue, and other relevant details at a later date.
Online Screening
All other UTME applicants will be screened online based on:
- Verified JAMB scores
- O’Level results uploaded to JAMB CAPS
Direct Entry (DE) Screening
Online Screening
All Direct Entry candidates will undergo online screening.
Additional Physical Screening
Direct Entry candidates applying for:
- Medicine and Surgery (MBBS)
- Nursing
- Law
must also participate in the Post-DE Screening Test.
Candidates Awaiting Results
Candidates awaiting any of the following results may apply:
- WAEC 2026
- NECO 2026
- NABTEB
However, such results must be uploaded to JAMB CAPS on or before 31 August 2026.
Important Notes
Applicants should ensure that all information provided matches exactly across all platforms.
Information That Must Match
- JAMB Registration Number
- Date of Birth
- State of Origin
- Other personal details
Additional Requirements
- Provide active phone numbers and email addresses.
- Admission offers must be accepted on JAMB CAPS within two (2) weeks of being offered admission.
Failure to accept an admission offer within two weeks will result in the automatic withdrawal of the admission offer.
Payment Instructions
All payments must be made through the official Remita platform on the University’s website.
Do not make payments to individuals, agents, or private bank accounts.
Disclaimer
Admission into Edo State University Uzairue is strictly based on merit and due process.
Please Note
- Admission is not for sale.
- Any payment made outside the University’s approved payment channels is entirely at the applicant’s risk.
- Candidates are advised to follow only official University instructions throughout the admission process.
