If you chose ESUT and didn’t get direct admission through the regular process, this might be your second chance! The Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT) has released its 2025/2026 Supplementary Admission Form, inviting eligible candidates to apply for available undergraduate seats. This article guides you through everything: eligibility requirements, how to apply step-by-step, available courses, fees, deadlines and tips to increase your chances.
Why the Supplementary Admission Form Matters
After the main admission process, universities like ESUT often have seats left in certain programmes. The supplementary admission form is an opportunity for candidates who meet the minimum requirements, but were not offered admission initially, to fill those remaining slots. For many students, it represents a valuable second chance to secure admission for the 2025/2026 academic session.
At ESUT, this means you could still gain admission even if your JAMB/UTME result or first-choice status did not yield a slot the first time around — provided you satisfy the criteria and act quickly.
Available Courses & Programmes
The supplementary admission exercise is generally limited to certain courses and faculties where vacancies exist. Prior announcements indicate that ESUT has opened supplementary applications for newly approved programmes and some existing ones. For example, an earlier notice included programmes such as Radiography, Public Health, Human Nutrition & Dietetics and Biomedical Engineering.
It’s important to check ESUT’s official portal for the full list of courses available for supplementary admission. Odds are those courses will involve specific UTME subject combinations, minimum UTME scores and relevant SSCE requirements.
Eligibility Requirements: What You Must Meet
Before you begin the application, ensure you satisfy the key eligibility criteria:
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You must have chosen ESUT as your first choice or changed to ESUT on the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) CAPS portal, depending on the guideline for the session.
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You must have sat for the UTME (Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination) in the relevant year and possess the required minimum score indicated by the school. Earlier adverts noted a minimum of 160 or higher for some courses.
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You must meet the subject combination and SSCE O’Level pass requirements applicable to the course you intend to apply for.
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You must not already have been admitted into the 100 level of ESUT for the same session (unless the form allows redeployment by paying a redeployment fee).
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Payment of the prescribed supplementary application fee (non-refundable) is typically required. For example, an earlier fee was ₦6,600
Ensure you keep all your credentials, O’Level results, UTME details, JAMB registration number and any change of institution confirmation ready.
Application Process: Step-by-Step Guide
Follow these steps to submit your supplementary application to ESUT:
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Visit the ESUT Admission Portal
Go to the official ESUT website and access the admissions portal (e.g., portal.esut.edu.ng). -
Generate the Application Invoice / Payment Slip
On the portal, locate the “Supplementary Admission Form” section and generate the invoice. Pay the non-refundable fee at a designated bank or via online payment. -
Complete the Online Application Form
After payment, fill in the application form fully: personal details, UTME registration number, O’Level details, course choice, subject combination, change of institution confirmation (if applicable) and any other required information. -
Submit Supporting Documents
Upload scanned copies of your O’Level certificate/transcripts, UTME result slip, JAMB change of institution result (if applicable), passport photo, and any other documents required by ESUT. -
Select Your Course and Confirm Subject Combination
Choose from the list of available courses under the supplementary exercise. Make sure your UTME subject combination matches the course requirement (e.g., Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry for certain engineering courses). Earlier adverts outlined such combinations -
Submit Before Deadline
Ensure your application is submitted before the published closing date. Applications submitted late or without all required documents may be rejected. -
Check for Admission List and Acceptance
After processing, ESUT will publish names of successful candidates on its portal and via the JAMB CAPS system. Follow the acceptance instructions, pay any acceptance fees, and complete registration.
Key Deadline & Fee Information
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While dates vary by session, previous supplementary admission adverts for ESUT set deadlines around November for the 2024/2025 session.
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You should monitor the official ESUT portal for the 2025/2026 session deadline — early application is recommended as seats fill quickly.
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Application fee is non-refundable and was previously listed as ₦6,600 (excluding bank charges).
Tips to Strengthen Your Application
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Ensure your UTME result and SSCE certificates clearly meet both the score and subject combination requirements.
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If you need to change your choice of institution to ESUT, do that early via JAMB CAPS to avoid delays.
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Make sure all scanned documents are clear, legible and properly named before uploading.
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Choose your course wisely — pick one with available seats and where you meet the subject requirements.
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Review the course list thoroughly; applying for a course not listed in the supplementary advert can lead to rejection.
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Check for new or approved courses added by ESUT for the session, which may increase your chance of admission.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: Who can apply for ESUT’s supplementary admission form?
A: Candidates who selected ESUT as their first choice or changed to ESUT, scored the minimum UTME score, possess required SSCE passes and have not yet been admitted into the 100 level of ESUT for that session.
Q2: How much is the application fee?
A: For past sessions the application fee was ₦6,600. It is non-refundable. Check the portal for the exact fee for 2025/2026.
Q3: Can candidates with prior admission apply?
A: No — only those who have not been offered admission into the 100 level of ESUT for that session are eligible, unless the supplementary exercise allows “redeployment” forms for current admitted candidates.
Q4: What is the required UTME subject combination?
A: It depends on the course. For example, engineering courses often require Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry. Always check the advert for the specific course.
Q5: When will the admission list be out?
A: After the closing date and processing, ESUT will publish the list on its portal and update JAMB CAPS. You should monitor both platforms.
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