RIVERS STATE UNIVERSITY [RSU] RELEASES SUPPLEMENTARY ADMISSION FORM FOR THE 2026/2027 ACADEMIC SESSION

The Rivers State University (RSU), Nkpolu-Oroworukwo, Port Harcourt, has announced the commencement of supplementary admission applications for the 2026/2027 academic session.

The University Management, in a notice signed by the Registrar, Dr. Idanyingi I. Daminabo, informed prospective candidates that supplementary applications are now open for candidates seeking admission into available undergraduate programmes.

The supplementary application provides another opportunity for candidates who did not meet the Merit and Catchment Area cut-off marks for their preferred programmes to explore other available programmes offered by the University.

RSU Supplementary Admission Form 2026/2027

According to the notice, supplementary applications are open for available programmes at Rivers State University, except for certain highly competitive courses.

Candidates are advised to carefully review the available options before submitting their applications.

Courses Excluded from RSU Supplementary Application

The following programmes are excluded from the supplementary application:

• Law
• Medicine and Surgery
• Nursing
• Chemical/Petrochemical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Computer Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Marine Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Petroleum Engineering

Candidates interested in programmes not listed among the excluded courses may explore the available options through the University’s Candidate Application Portal.

RSU Supplementary Admission Deadline

The University has set Sunday, September 6, 2026, as the deadline for candidates to complete their supplementary application.

Candidates who did not meet the Merit and Catchment Area cut-off marks for their chosen programme are encouraged to take advantage of the opportunity before the portal closes.

The University advised applicants not to wait until the final day to complete their applications in order to avoid possible technical or network-related challenges.

Who Can Apply for RSU Supplementary Admission?

The supplementary application is particularly relevant to candidates who did not meet the required Merit and Catchment Area cut-off marks for their initial choice of programme.

Such candidates can use the supplementary application to explore other available programmes for which they may be considered for admission.

The University has also provided an important clarification concerning candidates who changed their programmes on JAMB CAPS.

Important JAMB CAPS Change of Programme Notice

RSU stated that only candidates who effected a change of programme on JAMB CAPS on or before July 4, 2026, before the release of the cut-off marks, were considered for admission by the University’s Senate Admission Committee.

Candidates who changed their programmes after July 4, 2026 are advised to proceed with the supplementary application registration.

This clarification is important for affected candidates who may have changed their programme after the specified date and are seeking admission into RSU for the 2026/2027 academic session.

How to Apply for RSU Supplementary Admission

Candidates who wish to explore the supplementary admission opportunity should access the RSU Candidate Application Portal and complete the required application process.

Applicants are advised to provide accurate information and carefully review their selected programme before submitting the application.

Candidates should also ensure that their JAMB information is consistent with their admission application and that they meet the requirements for their preferred programme.

RSU Supplementary Admission Portal

The University has directed candidates to use its designated Candidate Application Portal for the supplementary application.

Applicants should avoid unofficial websites, agents or individuals claiming to process the application on behalf of the University.

Candidates should also keep evidence of their application and any payment made during the registration process.

Important Information for RSU Aspirants

Candidates applying for the RSU supplementary admission exercise should take note of the following:

• Supplementary applications are for the 2026/2027 academic session.
• Applications are open for available programmes except those specifically excluded by the University.
• Law, Medicine and Surgery, Nursing and the listed Engineering programmes are not available under the supplementary application.
• The application deadline is September 6, 2026.
• Candidates who changed programmes on JAMB CAPS after July 4, 2026 are advised to apply through the supplementary registration.
• Applicants should carefully select from the available programmes.
• Candidates should complete their applications before the deadline.

The opening of the RSU supplementary admission application for the 2026/2027 academic session gives eligible candidates another opportunity to pursue admission into Rivers State University.

Candidates who did not meet the Merit and Catchment Area cut-off marks for their preferred programmes can explore other available programmes through the University’s supplementary application portal.

However, candidates should note that several programmes, including Law, Medicine and Surgery, Nursing, Chemical/Petrochemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Petroleum Engineering, are excluded from the exercise.

The RSU supplementary application deadline is September 6, 2026.

Prospective candidates are advised to complete their applications early and ensure that all information supplied is accurate before submission.