IMO STATE UNIVERSITY [IMSU] RELEASES DIRECT ENTRY ADMISSION FORM FOR THE 2026/2027 ACADEMIC SESSION

The Imo State University (IMSU), Owerri, has announced the commencement of registration for the 2026/2027 Direct Entry (DE) screening exercise for eligible candidates seeking admission into the institution.

According to the University’s announcement, the registration exercise will officially commence on Friday, August 14, 2026, and candidates are expected to complete their applications before the stipulated deadline.

The closing date for the IMSU 2026/2027 Direct Entry screening registration is Tuesday, August 25, 2026.

Prospective candidates are therefore advised to begin their registration early and ensure that all required information and academic credentials are correctly provided before the portal closes.

IMSU Direct Entry Registration Date

The important dates for the 2026/2027 IMSU Direct Entry screening exercise are:

Opening Date: Friday, August 14, 2026
Closing Date: Tuesday, August 25, 2026

Candidates should note that applications submitted after the stated deadline may not be considered. Applicants are therefore encouraged to complete the registration process ahead of time to avoid last-minute challenges.

Who Is Eligible for IMSU Direct Entry Screening?

According to the University’s guidelines, candidates seeking admission through Direct Entry must meet the specified eligibility requirements.

Eligible candidates include applicants who possess relevant qualifications such as:

• OND
• HND
• First Degree
• ‘A’ Level qualifications
• Other recognized equivalent qualifications

The qualification must be in a relevant discipline or subject to the programme for which the candidate is seeking admission.

Candidates Must Choose IMSU as First Choice

Candidates who wish to participate in the screening exercise are expected to have chosen Imo State University, Owerri, as their first-choice institution.

However, candidates who initially selected another institution as their first choice but obtained the required score may also be eligible to apply.

Such candidates must visit the JAMB website and effect a change of institution, making Imo State University, Owerri, their first-choice institution before the Direct Entry application process closes.

Candidates are advised to complete any required change of institution early enough to allow the update to reflect appropriately.

JAMB Result Upload Is Mandatory

Another important requirement for prospective IMSU Direct Entry candidates is the uploading of their qualifying results to JAMB.

Candidates are required to ensure that their relevant academic qualifications are properly uploaded to their JAMB profiles.

The University has warned that candidates who fail to upload their qualifying results to JAMB will not be considered for admission.

Applicants should therefore verify their JAMB profiles and ensure that their academic credentials are correctly reflected before completing the admission process.

Important Requirements for IMSU DE Candidates

Prospective Direct Entry candidates should ensure that they meet all applicable requirements before submitting their applications.

Candidates should:

1. Ensure that IMSU is their first-choice institution.
2. Complete the Direct Entry registration within the stipulated period.
3. Possess the required OND, HND, First Degree, ‘A’ Level or equivalent qualification.
4. Ensure that their qualification is relevant to their proposed programme.
5. Upload their qualifying results to JAMB.
6. Confirm that their information on JAMB corresponds with their application details.
7. Complete the IMSU screening registration before August 25, 2026.

Deadline for IMSU Direct Entry Screening Form

Candidates interested in the IMSU 2026/2027 Direct Entry screening exercise should take note of the deadline.

The registration portal is scheduled to close on Tuesday, August 25, 2026.

Applicants are strongly advised not to wait until the final day before completing their registration. Early registration will give candidates enough time to resolve possible issues relating to payment, document submission, JAMB information or other aspects of the application.

Final Note

The announcement of the IMSU 2026/2027 Direct Entry screening form provides an opportunity for qualified candidates with OND, HND, First Degree, ‘A’ Level and equivalent qualifications to seek admission into Imo State University, Owerri.

Registration begins on Friday, August 14, 2026, while the application deadline is Tuesday, August 25, 2026.

Candidates who initially selected another institution are reminded that they must change their institution of first choice to IMSU through JAMB before completing the Direct Entry application.

Most importantly, applicants must ensure that their qualifying results are uploaded to JAMB, as candidates who fail to upload their results may not be considered for admission.

Prospective IMSU Direct Entry candidates are advised to act early and complete all requirements before the deadline.