UNIBEN Postgraduate Admission Form 2026/2027

Applications have been invited from suitably qualified candidates for admission into postgraduate programmes at the University of Benin, UNIBEN, for the 2026/2027 academic session.

The available postgraduate study routes lead to the award of Postgraduate Diploma, Master's degree, Master of Philosophy and Doctor of Philosophy across various Schools, Faculties, Institutes and Centres of the University.

Which Programmes Are Covered by the UNIBEN Postgraduate Admission Form?

The UNIBEN postgraduate admission form covers programmes leading to the following awards:

• Postgraduate Diploma, PGD
• Master's degree
• Master of Philosophy, M.Phil.
• Doctor of Philosophy, PhD

Candidates should check the application page carefully, since each postgraduate route has its own academic entry condition and may require supporting documents.

What Are the General Admission Requirements?

A candidate for postgraduate studies at the University of Benin must have at least five credits in WASC, NECO, GCE Ordinary Level or their equivalents.

The University may also consider four credits at Ordinary Level, plus OND, not pass, NCE, IJMB, Advanced Level passes or any other equivalent qualification. This requirement should be checked against the intended programme before the form is submitted.

Who Is Ineligible for UNIBEN Postgraduate Admission?

A holder of a Pass Degree or Pass Diploma is ineligible for admission into the postgraduate programme of the University of Benin.

Holders of third class degrees must possess a Postgraduate Diploma before they can be considered for admission into Master's programmes.

What Are the Requirements for M.Phil. Admission?

Candidates who have obtained a Master's degree with a Weighted Average Score, WAS, between 55% and 59% may be considered for admission into the M.Phil. programme first.

This means such candidates will be considered for M.Phil. admission before any further progression, subject to the relevant postgraduate admission process.

What Are the Requirements for PhD Admission?

A candidate applying for PhD admission into any programme of the University of Benin must have obtained a minimum Weighted Average Score of 60% at Master's degree level.

A candidate applying for PhD admission with a Master's degree from another university, who has not previously taken the compulsory courses or their equivalents similar to those at the University of Benin, will be required to offer and pass such courses with a minimum score of 60% after admission.

Is NYSC Required for UNIBEN Postgraduate Clearance?

Only students who have the NYSC discharge, exemption or exclusion certificate can be cleared into the postgraduate programme of the University of Benin.

Candidates should ensure that the required NYSC document is available for clearance, since admission processing and final clearance are separate stages.

Are Referee Reports Required?

Referee reports are required for UNIBEN postgraduate applications.

Candidates should print the referee forms provided on the application page, fill them and return them directly to the Secretary, School of Postgraduate Studies. Applications will be processed only after the referee reports are available.

Will There Be a Written Entrance Examination?

Students are advised to keep checking the University website for courses that require a written entrance examination.

This applies to candidates whose selected courses may require an entrance test before admission decisions are completed.

Which Email Address and Phone Number Should Be Used?

Candidates should use their personal email address and telephone number during the application process.

The University will use these details for further communication, so candidates should avoid using another person's email address or phone number.

How Much Is the UNIBEN Postgraduate Application Form?

The UNIBEN postgraduate application form costs N22,000.00.

Payment will be made online with a valid Verve or Master ATM bank card, as stated in the admission notice.

How Will Candidates Apply for UNIBEN Postgraduate Admission?

Candidates will be expected to purchase and complete the application form online through the UNIBEN application portal.

The process is as follows:

1. Visit the UNIBEN postgraduate application portal.
2. Purchase the application form online with a valid Verve or Master ATM bank card.
3. Fill the form correctly with all required information.
4. Submit the completed form online.
5. Print the application form from the UNIBEN website.
6. Print the referee forms from the website.
7. Return the completed referee forms directly to the Secretary, School of Postgraduate Studies.

Improperly filled forms will not be treated.

What Documents Will Be Printed After Application?

The following documents will be printed from the UNIBEN website after the online application process:

• Application form
• Referee forms

Candidates should keep the printed application form safely and ensure that the referee forms are completed and returned as required.

What Is the Application Deadline?

All application processes must be completed by 31 December 2026.

Candidates should complete the online form, print the required documents and follow the referee report process before the deadline.

What Happens After Admission Is Given?

Only candidates who are given admission into the various postgraduate programmes will proceed to pay the non-refundable acceptance fee.

The total acceptance fee is N60,000.00.

When Will the Acceptance Fee Be Paid?

The acceptance fee must be paid before candidates can be cleared.

Candidates should take this stage seriously, since admission alone does not complete postgraduate clearance at the University of Benin.

What Should Applicants Check Before Submission?

Applicants should review every entry before the online form is submitted, since any form that is not properly filled will not be treated.

The following details should be checked carefully:

• Programme selected
• Personal email address
• Telephone number
• Academic qualifications
• Referee form details
• Payment details
• Printed application documents

Each candidate bears responsibility for the details submitted through the portal.

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