The University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) has scheduled the Postgraduate Qualifying Entrance Examination for the 2026/2027 academic session.
The examination will hold on Saturday, 13 June 2026 and candidates are expected to report early.
What time should candidates arrive?
Candidates should arrive at the examination venue at least 30 minutes before the examination begins.
Early arrival will give candidates enough time for entry checks, sitting arrangements and other pre-examination procedures.
Which documents should candidates bring?
Candidates should bring the required documents to the examination venue.
The documents are:
- A photocopy of the application form
- Other supporting documents
Applicants should keep the documents ready before the examination date; missing papers may affect entry or screening at the venue.
Which items are not allowed in the examination hall?
Candidates are not allowed to bring certain items into the examination hall under the University of Ilorin Examinations Guidelines.
The banned items are:
- Cell phones or handsets
- Calculators or calculating machines
- Digital wristwatches
- Sunshades
- Food and drinks of any sort
Candidates should leave these items outside the examination hall to avoid any breach of examination rules.
What dress code will candidates follow?
Candidates are expected to dress responsibly and follow the University of Ilorin approved dress code.
The dress code details are available through the UNILORIN approved dress code notice.
What is UNILORIN's rule on examination conduct?
The university has a zero-tolerance rule for examination malpractice.
Any candidate found involved in malpractice will face the appropriate sanctions stated under the university's examination rules.
Who is exempt from the qualifying entrance examination?
Some categories of postgraduate applicants are exempt from the UNILORIN Postgraduate Qualifying Entrance Examination.
They are:
- M.Phil./Ph.D. candidates
- Ph.D. candidates
- UNILORIN graduates with First Class or Second Class Upper Division applying in their field of graduation
M.Phil./Ph.D. and Ph.D. applicants will be contacted by their respective departments for further details.
What applies to UNILORIN graduates with First Class or Second Class Upper Division?
Graduates of the University of Ilorin with First Class or Second Class Upper Division are exempt from the qualifying entrance examination if they seek postgraduate admission in their field of graduation.
The exemption has been approved by the University of Ilorin Senate.
Where can applicants get further updates?
Applicants should visit the University of Ilorin official website for further details and updates.
Candidates should use the official website for current university notices related to the postgraduate admission process.
What should candidates check before the examination day?
Candidates should confirm the examination date, arrival time, required documents, dress code and prohibited items before leaving for the venue.
Exempt applicants should also confirm their category and wait for the department's communication where it applies.
