ATBU Post UTME Form 2026/2027 | Application Portal, Eligibility & Deadline[UPDATED]
ATBU Post-UTME Form 2026/2027: As an education consultant who has mentored many students through the admission process into Nigerian universities, I can confidently say that this post-JAMB but pre-PUTME period can be even more trying. As far as Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), Bauchi is concerned, this admission exercise can be even more complicated, given that it entails the online screening process as well as the physical verification. This handbook contains all the necessary information you need for the 2026/2027 session.
What is ATBU Post-UTME?
Post-UTME (Post-Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination) is the internal screening process by ATBU on candidates who have written the JAMB examinations. Why is it significant? You cannot be admitted to the university, even if you have an excellent JAMB score, if you do not take the screening. It is the last “checking point” that gives you the aggregate score based on your O-Level results, making sure that the O-Level results you have are authentic.
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Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for the 2026/2027 screening, you must meet the following:
- Choice of Institution: ATBU Bauchi must have been your First Choice institution.
- Cut Off Mark: Although the cut-off marks for 2026 are usually released after the JAMB policy meeting, the general cut-off mark used by ATBU is usually set between 160 and 180, contingent on the course. Some competitive courses, such as Medicine, Engineering, Computer Science, etc. may demand much higher cut-off marks of 200 and above.
- O-Level Result Requirements: Minimum of five (5) credit O-Level passes in at least two subject areas (including English and Mathematics).
- Direct Entry(DE): Candidates for DE must have a minimum of Lower Credit in ND/HND or equivalent in IJMB/A’Level results.
Screening Format
According to previous years, ATBU applies a Hybrid Screening System:
- Online Screening: First, candidates register and upload their screening results (JAMB and O-Level results) on the ATBU website.
- Physical Screening: Unlike some institutions, which only carry out CBT, ATBU sometimes calls candidates for physical verification of original documents at the Gubi Campus.
Required Documents for Registration
You will need the following items before beginning the online process:
- Original JAMB Result Slip.
- WAEC/NECO/N
- Passport photograph: Should be clear, in JPEG format, no larger than 150kb.
- Birth Certificate or Declaration of Age.
- Certificate of Indigene, Local Govt./ For Direct Entry candidates, the required academic requirements/documents include certificates or transcripts
Step-by-Step Registration Guide
The registration is usually done via the ATBU Screening Portal.
- Generate Payment Invoice: Go to the portal to enter your JAMB Registration Number.
- Make Payment: Create a Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR) for payment of the screening fee, which is usually ₦2,000, either via the online platform or at a commercial bank of choice.
- Create Profile: You shall then be required to use your JAMB Registration Number and Telephone Number to access the system.
- Upload Data: Carefully fill in your grades from O-Level. Upload your passport and other documents needed.
- Submit and Print: Make sure to check all entries carefully before clicking on submit. Also, print your Acknowledgment Slip. This slip is to be referred to by all as the “entry ticket” for bringing the printed copies to
Calculation of Aggregate Score
ATBU admits students through a “Points System.” Although the exact equation differs from department to department, the pattern usually goes like this:
- O-Level Grades: A1 = 10 marks, B2 = 9 marks, B3 = 8 marks, and so on.
- Sitting Bonus: Sometimes, applicants from “One Sitting” are given a little edge in marks over those from “Two Sittings.”
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Wrong Subject Combination: Make sure that your subjects during O’Level address the requirements for your desired course as indicated in the JAMB Brochure.
- Uploading Misinterpreted Results: If the admissions officer is unable to read your WAEC or NECO result upload, your admission will be disqualified.
- Second Choice Trap: ATBU does not select applicants who choose them as second choices unless they are converted to the first choices on the JAMB website.
- Phone Number Mistakes: Use a phone number that you can receive calls on, as the university is sending important text messages there.
Expert Admission Tips
- Upload to JAMB CAPS: This involves uploading your O-Level results to the CAPS system through an accredited CBT center. Without your results on CAPS, you cannot gain admission to ATBU.
- Track the Portal: Once the deadline is past, log in to the ATBU portal at least twice a week to check whether there are screening sessions or calls to provide additional information.
- Prepare for Physicals: Organize your original documents in a tidy file. Make sure you dress formally for the physical-scenes interview, as first impressions count with the screening committee.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Does ATBU administer a post-UTME exam (CBT)?
A: These days, ATBU tends more toward a document physical screen than a brand new CBT assessment, which might change from time to time – always check the announcement made.
Q: Can I apply with Awaiting Result (AR)?
A: Yes, you can. But you will need to upload your results as soon as they are out so that you can be shortlisted for the final list.
Q: Where are the screening locations?
A: The physical screening exercises are mostly conducted at the NCC Building, Gubi Campus, Bauchi.