Sule Lamido University (SLU), Kafin Hausa, Jigawa State, has officially announced the commencement of its 2025/2026 Post UTME and Direct Entry (DE) online screening exercise for qualified candidates seeking undergraduate admission into the institution. The university management confirmed that the screening portal opened on Monday, 11 August 2025, and following a recent extension, registration will now close at midnight on Sunday, 28 September 2025.
Who Can Apply?
Candidates interested in applying for the SLU 2025/2026 Post UTME or Direct Entry screening must meet the institution’s minimum admission requirements.
UTME Candidates
Applicants must possess:
- A minimum of five (5) credit passes in relevant subjects
- English Language and Mathematics included
- Results obtained in not more than two sittings
Direct Entry Candidates
Direct Entry applicants must possess any of the following:
- Lower Credit in ND
- Merit in NCE
- Minimum of 7 points in IJMBE
SLU Post UTME 2025/2026 Registration Dates
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration Begins | Monday, 11 August 2025 |
| Initial Deadline | Sunday, 14 September 2025 |
| Extended Deadline | Sunday, 28 September 2025 |
| Closing Time | Midnight |
Candidates are strongly advised to complete their registration before the portal closes.
Screening Fee
The official screening fee for the SLU 2025/2026 admission exercise is:
₦2,000
(Excluding REMITA processing charges)
How to Apply for SLU Post UTME/DE Screening
Eligible candidates should follow the steps below carefully:
Step 1: Visit the Admission Portal
Go to the official SLU admissions portal.
Step 2: Select Application Type
Choose either:
- UTME
- Direct Entry (DE)
Step 3: Login
- UTME applicants should log in using their UTME registration number and score
- DE candidates should use their DE registration details
Step 4: Upload Passport Photograph
Upload a recent passport photograph with a clear background.
Step 5: Complete Personal Information
Fill in all required personal and academic details correctly.
Step 6: Upload O’Level Results
Candidates must:
- Enter their WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB results
- Upload scanned copies of their results
- Use a maximum of two sittings
Step 7: Upload Additional Certificates (For DE Candidates)
Direct Entry applicants must upload:
- ND
- NCE
- IJMBE
- Other A’Level certificates
Statements of results will not be accepted.
Step 8: Make Payment
Proceed to the payment section and:
- Pay online using ATM card, OR
- Generate a REMITA payment schedule for bank payment
Step 9: Print Acknowledgement Slip
After successful payment, print your acknowledgement slip for future reference.
Important Documents Required for Physical Verification
Candidates offered admission will be required to present the following documents during physical screening:
- Acknowledgement slip
- Payment receipt
- UTME result slip or DE registration slip
- Original SSCE result
- Two recent passport photographs
- Indigene certificate
- Birth certificate or age declaration
- Original A’Level result (For DE applicants)
Important Notice to Applicants
Candidates who wish to:
- Change their institution to SLU
- Change their course of study
must do so through JAMB before the registration deadline.
Applicants are also advised to upload all their credentials to the JAMB CAPS portal to avoid admission processing issues.
Failure to complete registration before the closing date means candidates may lose the opportunity to participate in the 2025/2026 admission exercise.
Conclusion
The Sule Lamido University Post UTME and Direct Entry screening exercise for the 2025/2026 academic session provides qualified candidates with another opportunity to secure admission into one of Jigawa State’s growing public universities.
