LAGOS STATE UNIVERSITY [LASU] ANNOUNCES COMMENCEMENT OF CENTRAL ADMISSIONS CLEARANCE (LACACA) FOR NEWLY ADMITTED FULL-TIME UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS FOR THE 2026/2027 ACADEMIC SESSION

The Lagos State University (LASU) has commenced the LASU Central Admissions Clearance Application (LACACA) for successful candidates admitted into the University for the 2026/2027 academic session.

The online clearance exercise is mandatory for admitted full-time undergraduate students and forms an important part of the process leading to the confirmation of admission and assignment of matriculation numbers.

According to the admission clearance notice, candidates who successfully complete the LACACA process will be assigned their matriculation numbers, while candidates who fail to complete the process or are unsuccessful in the clearance exercise risk forfeiting their provisional admission offer.

LASU has also advised admitted candidates to ensure that they complete the required payments and upload all necessary documents before commencing the online clearance.

LASU LACACA 2026/2027 Clearance Date

The online LACACA clearance exercise will run for three weeks.

Commencement Date: Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Closing Date: Wednesday, September 2, 2026

Candidates are strongly advised to complete their clearance within this period and avoid waiting until the final days of the exercise.

The University maintains an official LACACA system as part of its student services, confirming that the platform is used for Central Admission Clearance. (Lagos State University)

Who Is Eligible for LASU LACACA?

The exercise is intended for candidates who have been offered admission into Lagos State University as full-time undergraduate students for the 2026/2027 academic session.

Successful candidates are expected to complete the online clearance and provide the required documents for verification.

Candidates should ensure that their admission details are accurate before proceeding with the process.

Important Payments Before LACACA

Candidates are required to have made payment for the following before commencing their online clearance:

• Acceptance fee
• Medical fee
• LACACA clearance fee

The LACACA operation is a product of LASU Consult Limited, and admitted candidates are required to pay the prescribed clearance fee through the University’s official e-payment platform.

How to Pay the LACACA Clearance Fee

Candidates should follow these steps:

1. Visit the LASU e-payment portal.
2. Enter your JAMB Registration Number in the field labelled “Matriculation Number/Application Number.”
3. Provide a valid email address.
4. Enter your active telephone number.
5. Click Continue.
6. Follow the instructions displayed on the payment platform to complete the payment.

Candidates should ensure that they make payments only through the University’s approved payment channels.

Step-by-Step Guide to Complete LASU LACACA

After making the required payments, candidates can proceed with the online clearance.

Step 1: Visit the LASU Website

Visit the official Lagos State University website and locate the STUDENT section.

LASU’s official website lists UG LACACA among its student services and admission-related platforms. (Lagos State University)

Step 2: Select UG LACACA

Under the STUDENT tab, select UG LACACA to access the undergraduate central admission clearance platform.

Step 3: Log In

Enter your:

• UTME Registration Number
• Surname

Then click Submit.

Step 4: Validate Your Biodata

Candidates are required to carefully review and validate their basic biodata information displayed on the dashboard.

Applicants should ensure that the information corresponds with their official records.

Step 5: Verify Disability Status

Candidates are required to verify their disability status as requested on the clearance dashboard.

Step 6: Upload O’Level Scratch Card Details

Applicants should provide the required O’Level scratch card details as part of the verification process.

Step 7: Upload Original Birth Certificate

Candidates must upload a clear copy of their original birth certificate or the required age-related documentation.

Step 8: Upload Original UTME Result

Candidates are required to upload their original UTME result.

Step 9: Upload JAMB Admission Letter

The original JAMB Admission Letter must also be uploaded as part of the required documents.

Step 10: Upload Scanned Signature

Candidates should upload their scanned signature in the format required by the portal.

Step 11: Submit the Clearance Application

After completing the required sections and uploading the necessary documents, candidates should check the “I Agree” box and click Submit.

What Happens After Submission?

After the required documents have been submitted, the admission clearance progress will initially move to approximately 20%, after which the submitted documents will undergo further scrutiny by designated University officials.

Candidates are expected to regularly log into their clearance dashboard to monitor the progress of their applications.

This is important because some candidates may be required to provide additional information or correct errors identified during the verification process.

What If Your LACACA Application Has an Error?

Candidates whose uploaded information or documents contain errors requiring correction may be required to pay the applicable LACACA correction fee through the LASU payment portal.

Applicants should carefully review their information before submission to reduce the possibility of errors and additional correction procedures.

When Will Candidates Get Their Matriculation Numbers?

Candidates who successfully complete the LACACA process and attain 100% clearance progress will be able to print their LASU Admission Clearance Certificate for the 2026/2027 academic session.

Successful candidates will also be assigned their matriculation numbers.

The matriculation number is an important identifier for students throughout their academic programme at the University.

What Happens to Rejected Candidates?

Candidates whose clearance applications are rejected are advised to log into their portals and carefully check the reason for the rejection.

Where further clarification or physical verification is required, affected candidates may be directed to the Admission Office, 3rd Floor, Senate Building, LASU Main Campus, Ojo, for further guidance.

Candidates should not ignore rejection notices, particularly where the issue can be corrected or additional documentation is required.

Important Advice to Newly Admitted LASU Students

Newly admitted candidates should take the LACACA exercise seriously because completion of the clearance process is necessary for the formalization of their admission.

Candidates are advised to:

• Complete all required payments before starting the clearance.
• Upload clear and authentic documents.
• Ensure that all personal and academic information is accurate.
• Regularly monitor their LACACA dashboard.
• Respond promptly to requests for corrections or additional information.
• Keep copies of payment receipts and submitted documents.
• Complete the entire process before the September 2, 2026 deadline.

LASU’s official website confirms the existence of the LACACA Central Admission Clearance System within its student services. (Lagos State University)

LASU LACACA 2026/2027 Deadline

The LASU 2026/2027 LACACA online admission clearance will close on:

Wednesday, September 2, 2026.

The exercise commenced on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, and will run for three weeks.

Candidates should therefore avoid postponing their clearance until the final day.

Final Note

The commencement of the LASU Central Admissions Clearance Application (LACACA) for the 2026/2027 academic session marks another important stage in the admission process for newly admitted full-time undergraduate students.

Successful candidates must complete the required payments, upload the necessary documents and monitor their clearance status until they attain 100% clearance.

Candidates who successfully complete the process will be able to print their LASU Admission Clearance Certificate and receive their matriculation numbers.

Admitted students are therefore encouraged to begin their clearance immediately and ensure that every requirement is completed before the Wednesday, September 2, 2026 deadline.

For further clarification, candidates can contact LASU through [email protected].