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2026/2027 UTME and Direct Entry Admissions: 10 Nigerian Universities Still Accepting Applications

2026/2027 UTME and Direct Entry Admissions: 10 Nigerian Universities Still Accepting Applications
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Several Nigerian universities are still accepting applications for undergraduate admission into the 2026/2027 academic session through the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and Direct Entry (DE) routes. Below are 10 universities with application details, closing dates, admission requirements and official links for prospective students.

1. Federal University of Medical and Health Sciences, Funtua (FUMHSF)

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The Federal University of Medical and Health Sciences, Funtua, Katsina State, will close its 2026/2027 Post-UTME screening registration on Wednesday, October 21, 2026.

Eligible candidates must have selected the university as their first choice in the 2026 UTME and meet the admission requirements for their chosen programmes.

Click Here to Check FUMHSF JAMB Requirements for Each Course

Apply: FUMHSF Post-UTME and Admission Information

Source: FUMHSF official website

2. Nile University of Nigeria, Abuja

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Nile University of Nigeria, Abuja, is accepting applications for undergraduate admission for the 2026/2027 academic session through UTME and Direct Entry. The university offers degree programmes across computing, engineering, law, management sciences, arts and social sciences, and health sciences. A closing date was not displayed on the university's current admission page.

Click Here to Check Nile University JAMB Requirements for Each Course

Apply here: Nile University 2026/2027 Undergraduate Admissions

Source: Nile University official website

3. Edo State University, Iyamho (ESUI)

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The Edo State University, Iyamho, Edo State, is accepting applications for its 2026/2027 undergraduate admission through UTME and Direct Entry. The general application deadline is Friday, October 23, 2026, for eligible programmes.

Medicine, Nursing and Law had a separate deadline : September 3, 2026.

Candidates must have scored at least 150 in the 2026 UTME, meet the specific requirements for their chosen course and ensure their O’Level results are uploaded to JAMB CAPS. The university lists October 16, 2026, as the O’Level upload deadline for most programmes.

Click Here to Check JAMB Requirements for Each Course

Apply here: Edo State University 2026/2027 Admission Portal

Source: Edo State University official admission notice

4. Caleb University, Imota, Lagos

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Caleb University, Imota, Lagos State, is accepting applications for the 2026/2027 academic session through UTME and Direct Entry. The application deadline is Saturday, October 31, 2026.

Applications for Law, Nursing Science and Medical Laboratory Science are closed, while applications for other programmes remain open.

Click Here to Check Caleb University JAMB Requirements for Each Course

Apply here: Caleb University 2026/2027 Admission Portal

Source: Caleb University official admission page

5. Lagos State University of Education (LASUED)

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The Lagos State University of Education (LASUED), Lagos State, has opened a supplementary admission application for three programmes in its College of Allied Health Sciences Education for the 2026/2027 academic session. This provides another opportunity for eligible candidates to apply for these programmes. The application deadline is Friday, October 30, 2026.

The available programmes are:

  • B.CHS. Community Health Science
  • B.Sc. Public Health
  • B.Sc. Water Sanitation and Hygiene

Candidates must have scored at least 185 in the 2026 UTME. Those who did not initially choose LASUED must change their institution to LASUED through JAMB before applying.

Click Here to Check LASUED JAMB Requirements for Each Course

Apply here: LASUED Supplementary Admission Portal

Source: LASUED official admission notice

6. Maranatha University Lagos

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Maranatha University Lagos is accepting applications for undergraduate admission for the 2026/2027 academic session. The university accepts UTME and Direct Entry candidates, with options for transfer applicants and other entry routes.

UTME candidates must have scored at least 150 in the 2026 UTME, subject to any higher requirements for their chosen programmes. Applicants must also possess at least five relevant O’Level credit passes, including English Language and Mathematics. The university's current application page does not display a closing date.

Click Here to Check Maranatha University JAMB Requirements for Each Course

Apply here: Maranatha University Lagos Application Portal

Source: Maranatha University Lagos official application page

7. Paul University, Awka

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Paul University, Awka, Anambra State, is accepting applications for its 2026/2027 undergraduate programmes through UTME and Direct Entry. The application deadline is Saturday, October 31, 2026.

Eligible UTME candidates must have scored at least 150 in JAMB and possess five relevant O’Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics.

Click Here to Check Paul University JAMB Requirements for Each Course

Apply here: Paul University 2026/2027 Undergraduate Admission Portal

Source: Paul University official undergraduate admission page

8. Nigerian British University (NBU), Abia State

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Nigerian British University (NBU), located along the Port Harcourt–Aba Expressway in Abia State, is accepting applications for its 2026/2027 undergraduate programmes. The application deadline is Monday, November 30, 2026.

Available courses include

  • Computer Science,
  • Software Engineering,
  • Cyber Security,
  • Data Science,
  • Mass Communication,
  • Accounting,
  • Law,
  • Nursing Science.

The minimum UTME score varies by course, ranging from 160 to 200.

Candidates must have at least five relevant O’Level credit passes, including English Language and Mathematics, in not more than two sittings.

Click Here to Check NBU JAMB Requirements for Each Course

Apply here: NBU 2026/2027 Undergraduate Admission Portal

Source: Nigerian British University official admission notice

9. Hillside University of Science and Technology (HUST), Okemesi-Ekiti

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Hillside University of Science and Technology, Okemesi-Ekiti, Ekiti State, is accepting applications for undergraduate admission for the 2026/2027 academic session. The application deadline is Monday, November 30, 2026.

The university is accepting applications from UTME candidates seeking admission into 100-level programmes, as well as eligible Direct Entry and transfer applicants.

Click Here to Check HUST JAMB Requirements for Each Course

Apply here: HUST 2026/2027 Undergraduate Application Portal

Source: HUST official application portal

10. Maduka University, Ekwegbe, Enugu State

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Maduka University, Ekwegbe, Enugu State, is accepting applications for undergraduate admission for the 2026/2027 academic session. The university offers admission through UTME and Direct Entry into programmes across computing, engineering, business, law, medical sciences, health sciences and other fields.

UTME candidates must have scored above 150 in the 2026 UTME to be eligible to apply. Applicants must also provide their JAMB details, O’Level results.

The university's official portal currently accepts applications, but a closing date was not displayed in the information available.

Click Here to Check Maduka University JAMB Requirements for Each Course

Apply here: Maduka University 2026/2027 Admission Portal

Source: Maduka University official website

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