The management of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) has officially announced an extension of the registration deadline for its 2026/2027 Post-Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (Post-UTME) screening exercise.

According to the university, the online application, which was originally scheduled to close on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, will now remain open until midnight on Wednesday, August 19, 2026.

The extension provides another opportunity for qualified candidates who are yet to complete their registration for the admission screening exercise.

Who Is Eligible to Apply?

The application is open to candidates who:

• Chose the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) as their first-choice institution during the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).
• Scored 160 and above in the 2026 UTME.
• Meet the admission requirements for their chosen programmes.

Opportunity for Awaiting Result Candidates

The university also encouraged candidates awaiting the release of their:

• 2026 WAEC (June) Results, or
• 2026 NECO (July) Results

to take advantage of the extended registration period by completing their Post-UTME application before the new deadline.

Such candidates are expected to upload their O’Level results to both the JAMB CAPS and the University of Nigeria admission portal immediately after the results are released.

New Registration Deadline

Candidates should note the revised application deadline below:

• Previous Closing Date: Wednesday, August 5, 2026
• New Closing Date: Midnight, Wednesday, August 19, 2026

Applicants are strongly advised not to wait until the final day before completing their registration to avoid last-minute technical issues.

Important Advice to Candidates

Prospective applicants should ensure that they:

• Complete their Post-UTME registration before the deadline.
• Use accurate personal and academic information during registration.
• Upload their O’Level results immediately they are released if awaiting results.
• Regularly monitor the university’s admission portal for further updates regarding the screening exercise and admission process.

Final Note

The University of Nigeria, Nsukka urges all eligible candidates, especially those awaiting their WAEC or NECO results, to utilize the additional registration period and complete their applications before Wednesday, August 19, 2026.

Candidates who fail to register before the deadline may lose the opportunity to participate in the 2026/2027 Post-UTME screening exercise.

Signed

Dr. Mrs. C. N. Nnebedum, FIIA, FCAI, MAIEA, MALA (UK)

Registrar

University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN)