SSU Post UTME Screening Form 2026/2027 Is Now Available | How To Apply

SSU Post UTME Screening Form 2026/2027:  Securing admission into Sokoto State University (SSU) is a goal for many students in Northern Nigeria and beyond. As an education consultant who has guided many through this specific portal, I can tell you that SSU’s process is highly efficient because it is primarily online.

This guide provides the most accurate roadmap for your SSU 2026/2027 Post-UTME application.

What is SSU Post-UTME?

The Post-UTME is the mandatory screening exercise used by Sokoto State University to evaluate candidates after the JAMB exam.

Why is it important? Unlike some universities that require you to travel for a second exam, SSU typically uses an Online Screening format. This means the information you provide on the portal is what the university uses to verify your eligibility and offer you admission. Missing this online exercise means you cannot be admitted, regardless of your JAMB score.

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for the 2026/2027 session, you must meet the following:

• Choice of Institution: You must have chosen Sokoto State University as your First Choice.

• JAMB Cut-off Mark: Historically, the minimum score is 150. However, competitive courses like Biochemistry or Microbiology often require higher scores (usually 170–190+).

• O’Level Results: Five (5) credit passes in relevant subjects, including English and Mathematics, obtained in no more than two sittings.

• Direct Entry (DE): DE applicants must have a minimum of Lower Credit for Diploma/ND, Merit for NCE, or 6 points for IJMB/A-Levels in relevant fields.

Screening Format: Online Upload

For the 2026/2027 academic session, SSU is expected to continue its Strictly Online Screening format.

Expert Note: This means there is no physical CBT exam to write in Sokoto. Your admission depends on your JAMB score and the O’Level results you upload. You don’t need to travel for this stage; you just need a reliable internet connection.

Required Documents for Registration

Before you log on to the portal, ensure you have these scanned and ready:

• JAMB Original Result Slip.

• O’Level Result(s) (WAEC, NECO, NABTEB, or NBAIS).

• A clear digital passport photograph (usually with a plain background).

• For DE: Scanned copies of your A’Level certificate (Diploma, NCE, or IJMB).

Step-by-Step Registration Guide

1. Visit the Portal: Go to portal.ssu.edu.ng.

2. Initial Login: Use your JAMB Registration Number as both your username and password for the first login.

3. Update Contact: Once logged in, update your phone number and email address.

4. Generate Invoice: Click on “Generate Invoice” to get your screening payment slip (usually ₦2,000, excluding bank charges).

5. Payment: You can pay online using your ATM card via Remita or take the invoice to any commercial bank.

6. Complete Bio-data: After payment, log back in to fill in your academic records and upload your scanned results.

7. Final Submission: Double-check every entry. Once you submit, you cannot easily edit.

8. Print Slip: Print your Online Screening Acknowledgement Slip and payment receipt.

Important Dates & Deadlines

• Form Release: The portal usually opens between August and September.

• Deadline: The screening window typically stays open for 2 months.

• 2026 Warning: While specific dates for 2026 are not yet announced, I recommend monitoring the portal from early August to ensure you don’t miss the deadline.

How Your Admission Chance is Determined

Since there is no CBT exam, SSU uses a point-based system derived from your JAMB score and O’Level grades.

The Logic:

• JAMB (Weight 50-60%): Higher scores get priority in competitive departments.

• O’Level (Weight 40-50%): Points are assigned to your grades (A1=10, B2=9, B3=8… C6=5).

Common Mistakes & Admission Tips

• JAMB CAPS Upload: This is the 1 mistake. Even if you register on the SSU portal, you must upload your O’Level results at a JAMB-accredited CBT center to the JAMB CAPS portal. If CAPS says “No Result,” SSU cannot process your admission.

• Incomplete Scans: Blurry or cut-off result uploads often lead to disqualification.

• Wrong Subject Combinations: Ensure the subjects you took in JAMB match the requirements in the JAMB Brochure for SSU.

FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does SSU accept Second Choice?

A: No. SSU is a “First Choice Only” university. If you put them as second choice, you must do a “Change of Institution” on the JAMB portal.

Q: Can I apply with Awaiting Result (AR)?

A: You can begin the process, but you must upload your final result before the screening deadline to be considered for admission.

Q: Is there any physical screening?

A: Not for the Post-UTME. Physical screening and verification of original documents only happen after you have been offered admission.