Northwest University, Kano (now Yusuf Maitama Sule University, formerly NWU) has announced its Post-UTME / Direct Entry (DE) screening registration for the 2025/2026 academic session. Prospective students who chose NWU (or YMSUK) as their first choice in the 2025 UTME, or are qualified via Direct Entry, are encouraged to apply within the stipulated registration window.
Below is everything you need to know: eligibility, registration steps, deadlines, programme requirements, and tips to maximize your chances.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for NWU’s Post-UTME / DE screening:
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You must have selected NWU / YMSUK as your first choice in the 2025 UTME.
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For UTME candidates, you must have scored a minimum UTME score that meets the university’s cut-off (cut-off marks differ by course).
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You must have at least five (5) credit passes in O’Level exams (WAEC, NECO, GCE or equivalent) including English Language and Mathematics obtained in not more than two sittings.
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For Direct Entry (DE) candidates, you should hold acceptable qualifications such as ND, NCE, or IJMB with required grades, and meet departmental subject requirements.
Additionally, NWU’s undergraduate admission page states that UTME candidates must pass Post-UTME screening.
Registration & Screening Dates
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Registration Start Date: Wednesday, 26th August 2025
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Registration Closing Date: Wednesday, 7th October 2025 at midnight
How to Apply — Registration Steps
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Visit the NWU Undergraduate Admission Portal
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Go to the official NWU website and locate the screening / admission section. here
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Create / Use Your Application Profile
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Use your JAMB / UTME registration number to log in or initialize your profile.
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Pay the Screening / Registration Fee
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Generate a Remita or similar payment invoice and pay the non-refundable screening fee (the amount is usually stated in the portal).
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Fill the Online Screening Form
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Provide accurate personal, academic and course choice details.
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Upload Required Documents
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O’Level certificates / results
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UTME result slip
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Birth certificate or age declaration
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Recent passport photograph
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Submit & Print Acknowledgment / Screening Slip
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After submission, print your acknowledgment slip or screening slip which you may need on the day of the examination or verification.
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Programme & Course Requirements
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NWU’s undergraduate admission requires UTME candidates to pass in English and three subjects relevant to the intended programme.
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Some courses may have higher cut-off marks due to competition. For instance, NWU has published cut-off marks for various courses for 2025/2026.
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Direct Entry candidates must satisfy subject prerequisites and departmental rules for admission into specific programmes.
Important Notes & Disqualifications
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Inaccurate or inconsistent information in your application (e.g. mismatched names, wrong O’Level details) may lead to disqualification.
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Payment of the screening fee is non-refundable once processed.
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Applications submitted after 7th October 2025 will not be considered.
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Meeting minimum eligibility or cut-off does not guarantee admission — selection is competitive.
Final Thoughts
The NWU / YMSUK Post-UTME / DE screening for 2025/2026 presents a critical opportunity for many aspirants. If you meet the eligibility criteria, prepare your documents early, register before the deadline (7 October 2025), and ensure everything is accurate. Success in this screening may be your gateway to securing admission into NWU’s undergraduate programmes.
Best of luck! May your efforts yield fruitful results.
