The Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomoso, has officially announced an extension of its 2025/2026 Post-UTME and Direct Entry (DE) admission screening exercise. This extension provides prospective candidates with additional time to complete their applications and meet all admission requirements.
Extension of LAUTECH Post-UTME Registration Deadline
According to an official statement approved by the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Rasaq Olatunde ROM Kalilu, the Post-UTME registration exercise, which was earlier scheduled to close on Wednesday, 20 August 2025, has now been extended to Wednesday, 3 September 2025. Candidates are advised to complete their applications before the new deadline, as no further extension is expected.
Rescheduled Direct Entry Screening Dates
The Direct Entry screening exercise has also been rescheduled. Initially planned for 25 and 26 August 2025, the screening will now take place on Monday, 8 September and Tuesday, 9 September 2025. Direct Entry candidates must ensure they are available on these dates, as attendance is compulsory.
Eligibility Requirements for LAUTECH Post-UTME 2025/2026
To be eligible for the LAUTECH Post-UTME screening, candidates must meet the following conditions:
- Choose LAUTECH as first choice institution
- Score at least 170 in the 2025 UTME
- Be 16 years or older by 30 September 2025
- Upload complete O’Level results to JAMB CAPS before the deadline
Direct Entry Eligibility
Direct Entry applicants must:
- Possess ND, NCE, HND, JUPEB, or a university degree with at least Lower Credit or Merit
- Have five relevant O’Level credits
- Present results in one sitting only for Medicine, Nursing, and Medical Laboratory Science
LAUTECH Cut-Off Marks for 2025/2026 Admission
Admission into LAUTECH is competitive, and cut-off marks vary by course:
- 280 and above: Medicine
- 260 and above: Nursing
- 240 and above: Medical Laboratory Science
- 230 and above: Computer Science
- 220 and above: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mass Communication, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Nutrition and Dietetics
- 200 and above: Accounting, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, English, Science Laboratory Technology, Physiology, Surveying, Food Science
- 180 and above: Anatomy, Business Administration, Chemical Engineering, Economics, Psychology, Theatre Arts, Sociology, Hospitality and Tourism
- 170 and above: Most other programmes including Agriculture, Marketing, Statistics, Political Science, Urban and Regional Planning, Wildlife Management
How to Apply for LAUTECH Post-UTME Form
Candidates are required to follow these steps carefully:
- Visit the LAUTECH admission portal
- Pay a total of ₦5,000 (₦2,000 application fee and ₦3,000 portal access fee) using an ATM card
- Complete the online application form accurately
- Upload a passport photograph (white background, JPEG format, less than 20KB)
- Submit the application and check your email for confirmation
Applicants are advised to review UTME subject combinations and O’Level requirements on the JAMB CAPS or LAUTECH portal before submission.
Direct Entry Screening Requirements
Direct Entry candidates must also:
- Purchase a Direct Entry form from JAMB
- Forward their academic transcript to The Registrar, LAUTECH, Ogbomoso, Oyo State
- Ensure transcripts arrive one week before the screening
- Attend both oral and written interviews scheduled for 8 and 9 September 2025
Failure to meet any of these requirements may result in disqualification.
Conclusion
The extension of the LAUTECH Post-UTME and Direct Entry screening exercise for the 2025/2026 academic session offers candidates a valuable opportunity to finalize their applications. However, prospective students must act promptly, meet the stated cut-off marks, upload all required documents, and adhere strictly to the new deadlines.
