KOMU Post UTME / DE Form for 2026/2027 Admission

Kingsley Ozumba Mbadiwe University will begin registration for the 2026/2027 Post UTME and Direct Entry screening exercise on Monday, 1 June 2026. Eligible candidates who chose KOMU as first choice during the 2026 UTME or applied through Direct Entry, are invited to register.

The application will close on Friday, 31 July 2026. Candidates are expected to complete the online application, pay the ₦2,000 processing fee and print the acknowledgement slip before the screening day.

When will KOMU Post UTME registration start and close?

KOMU Post UTME and Direct Entry registration will start on Monday, 1 June 2026. The application will close on Friday, 31 July 2026.

Candidates should complete the online registration within the stated period; only those who successfully complete and submit their applications online will be considered for admission. Late action may affect eligibility.

Who can apply for KOMU Post UTME?

Candidates who selected Kingsley Ozumba Mbadiwe University as first choice during the 2026 UTME may apply. Direct Entry candidates who applied to KOMU may also register for the screening exercise.

Candidates who did not originally select KOMU may apply for other programmes if they scored 150 or above and complete the JAMB CAPS change to KOMU. Admission into each programme will also depend on the minimum JAMB score fixed for that programme.

Which KOMU courses are restricted to original first-choice candidates?

Medicine and Surgery, Nursing Science, Law and Medical Laboratory Science are restricted to candidates who selected KOMU as first choice during the 2026 UTME registration. Candidates who changed to KOMU as first choice after the UTME registration will not be considered for these courses.

The restricted programmes are:

• Medicine and Surgery
• Nursing Science
• Law
• Medical Laboratory Science

What is the KOMU cut-off mark for each programme?

KOMU has listed different minimum JAMB scores for the 2026/2027 admission exercise. Candidates should confirm the score for their preferred course before starting registration.

Programmes with minimum JAMB score of 150

The following programmes require a minimum JAMB score of 150.

Faculty of Arts:

• English and Literary Studies
• History and International Studies
• Linguistics
• Philosophy

Faculty of Allied Health Sciences:

• Environmental Health Science
• Public Health Science

Faculty of Computing:

• Computer Science
• Cyber Security
• Information Technology

Faculty of Environmental Sciences:

• Architecture
• Estate Management

Faculty of Science:

• Animal and Environmental Biology
• Biochemistry
• Biology
• Chemistry
• Mathematics
• Microbiology
• Plant Science and Biotechnology
• Physics
• Statistics

Faculty of Management Sciences:

• Accounting
• Banking and Finance
• Business Administration
• Entrepreneurship
• Industrial Relations and Personnel Management
• Marketing

Faculty of Social Sciences:

• Economics
• Political Science
• Psychology
• Sociology

Which KOMU programme requires 200?

Medical Laboratory Science requires a minimum JAMB score of 200. The programme is also restricted to candidates who originally selected KOMU as first choice during the 2026 UTME registration.

Which KOMU programmes require 210?

Law and Nursing Science require a minimum JAMB score of 210. Both programmes are restricted to candidates who originally chose KOMU as first choice.

Which KOMU programme requires 220?

Medicine and Surgery requires a minimum JAMB score of 220. The course is open only to candidates who selected KOMU as first choice during the original 2026 UTME registration.

What are the KOMU Direct Entry requirements?

Direct Entry candidates must possess OND, HND, First Degree or A'Level qualifications in relevant disciplines. They must also have five O'Level credit passes in relevant subjects at no more than two sittings.

The Direct Entry record should match the candidate's proposed course. Details supplied during registration should also match the candidate's JAMB and academic records.

How will KOMU conduct the screening exercise?

The 2026/2027 Post UTME and Direct Entry screening exercise will be based on verified JAMB scores and O'Level results uploaded on the JAMB Central Admissions Processing System. Accepted O'Level result types are WAEC, NECO, GCE or NABTEB.

Candidates are required to upload their O'Level results on JAMB CAPS. The university will use the uploaded records during screening.

What should candidates check before registration?

Candidates should ensure that their JAMB CAPS details match the information provided on the KOMU Post UTME application portal. This includes JAMB registration number, date of birth, state of origin and related personal details.

Candidates should also use valid mobile phone numbers and email addresses. These contact details will be used for admission communication.

How much is the KOMU Post UTME form?

Eligible candidates are required to pay a non-refundable processing fee of ₦2,000. Payment will be made during online registration.

The payment will be processed through Remita. Candidates should confirm the name, phone number, email address, reference number and amount payable before submitting payment.

How can candidates apply for KOMU Post UTME or Direct Entry?

Candidates are to complete registration through the KOMU undergraduate application guide page. The form should be filled completely and correctly.

1. Visit the KOMU undergraduate application guide.
2. Click "Start Your Admission Process."
3. Click "Start Application Process."
4. Fill out the application form completely and correctly.
5. Click "Submit."
6. Proceed to pay the Post UTME or Direct Entry application fee of ₦2,000.
7. Confirm the Remita details displayed on the payment page.
8. Select a preferred payment method and follow the prompts to complete payment.

Remita supports card payment, bank transfer, USSD, bank invoice, Remita wallet and phone number payment. Candidates should follow the payment option that is available to them.

How can candidates print the KOMU acknowledgement slip?

Candidates are required to print the acknowledgement slip after completing the application. The slip must be brought to the university on the screening day.

1. Visit the KOMU continue application page.
2. Enter the Application Number.
3. Print the acknowledgement slip.
4. Bring the printed slip to the university on the screening day.

How can candidates retrieve a forgotten Application Number?

Applicants who have forgotten their Application Number can retrieve their acknowledgement slip through the university website. The JAMB Registration Number will be required.

1. Visit the KOMU official website.
2. Click "Online Application."
3. Click "Apply Online" and read the instructions carefully.
4. Click "Click here to Apply."
5. Click "Continue Previous Admission Process."
6. Enter the JAMB Registration Number.
7. Click "Continue Application Process."

Candidates should keep the Application Number after retrieval. It will be needed for printing and follow-up.

Where can applicants get support?

Applicants who need help with registration or payment may contact the university through the official email address and hotlines provided for the admission exercise.

Email: admissions@komu.edu.ng

Hotlines:

• 08134435535
• 08060722027
• 07034918110

What should applicants confirm before final submission?

Candidates should check all details before final submission because the screening will rely on JAMB, O'Level and portal records. A mismatch may affect admission processing.

Applicants should confirm the following:

• The application is submitted before 31 July 2026.
• The preferred course matches the candidate's JAMB score.
• Restricted courses are chosen only by eligible original first-choice candidates.
• O'Level results have been uploaded on JAMB CAPS.
• Names, date of birth and state of origin match across records.
• Phone number and email address are valid.
• The ₦2,000 processing fee has been paid through Remita.
• The acknowledgement slip has been printed for screening day.

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