As the 2025 admission season unfolds, thousands of students across Nigeria are getting ready for their Post-UTME screening and admission clearance processes. While this is an exciting time, it’s also a stage where many candidates unknowingly make costly mistakes that can delay or even cancel their admission.
In this guide, we’ll walk you through the top 10 mistakes students make during screening, the requirements most schools ask for, and how you can avoid these issues to ensure a smooth admission journey.
What Is Screening in Nigerian Universities?
Screening is a process used by universities, polytechnics, and colleges to verify the authenticity of a candidate’s documents, qualifications and eligibility before officially offering admission.
Screening typically happens after the Post-UTME registration or exam, depending on the institution.
✅ General Screening Requirements for 2025 Admission
Most institutions will require the following during the screening or clearance process:
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| O’level Results | WAEC/NECO/NABTEB certificates or original printouts |
| JAMB Original Result | Must carry your passport photograph |
| Post-UTME Screening Slip | Proof of Post-UTME registration/payment |
| Birth Certificate | From a recognized registry or hospital |
| Local Government Indigene Certificate | Official document confirming LGA of origin |
| School Admission Portal Printouts | Including acceptance letter, clearance form, etc. |
| Passport Photographs | Recent, clear, usually 4–6 copies |
| Evidence of Payment | School fees, acceptance fee, or screening fee receipt |
Always check your school’s official portal for exact requirements. For example:
➡ FUTA Portal: https://www.futa.edu.ng
➡ UNILAG Portal: https://www.unilag.edu.ng
➡ UNN Portal: https://unn.edu.ng
⚠️ Top 10 Common Screening Mistakes to Avoid in 2025
1. Uploading Incorrect or Incomplete Documents
Many students upload incomplete WAEC results or wrong birth certificates. Ensure your documents are clear, valid, and match the details on your JAMB profile.
2. Mismatch Between JAMB and O’Level Details
If your name, date of birth, or subject grades don’t match across JAMB and WAEC/NECO/NABTEB, you might be disqualified. Double-check all records before screening.
3. Using Awaiting Results Without Updates
If you applied with awaiting results and fail to upload the result before screening, you risk being disqualified. Make sure to log in to your JAMB and school portal to upload once your result is out.
4. Failure to Pay Acceptance or Screening Fee on Time
Late payments often lead to automatic forfeiture of admission. Once you’re offered admission, don’t delay payment.
5. Ignoring Your Email and School Portal
Many schools only post screening schedules or deadlines on their official portal or send emails. Missing such updates can cost you your admission.
6. Using Wrong Passport Photograph
Some students use filtered or outdated photos. Use a recent, clear passport on a white background, not older than 3 months.
7. Not Following Dress Code
During physical screening, some schools (e.g., UNILORIN, ABU) may enforce dress codes. Avoid colored hair, ripped jeans, or inappropriate outfits.
8. Missing Screening Dates
Always check your portal or notice board for your screening schedule. Missing your date could mean rescheduling stress—or no screening at all.
9. Using Someone Else’s Phone Number or Email
Your admission updates go to the contact info you registered with JAMB or Post-UTME. Don’t use cybercafé emails or friends’ numbers.
10. Failure to Print and Keep Copies of All Forms
Always print copies of your JAMB result, screening slip, payment receipts, and school admission forms. You’ll need them more than once.
Final Tips for a Successful Screening Process
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Bookmark and visit your school’s admission portal daily.
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Join reliable WhatsApp or Telegram groups just like ours (be careful of scammers).
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Attend physical screening with originals and at least 2 photocopies of each document.
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Label all documents neatly and carry them in a transparent file.
Stay Updated
We’ll keep updating our site and whatsapp group with:
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School-specific screening dates
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List of admitted candidates
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Acceptance fee payment deadlines
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School resumption news
Bookmark this site and check back daily for fresh updates!
Official Portals of Top Nigerian Schools (For Screening & Admission)
| Institution | Portal Link |
|---|---|
| UNILORIN | https://uilugportal.unilorin.edu.ng |
| UI | https://admissions.ui.edu.ng |
| FUTA | https://www.futa.edu.ng |
| UNIBEN | https://uniben.waeup.org |
| ABU Zaria | https://portal.abu.edu.ng |