The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has opened online registration for candidates seeking admission through Direct Entry (DE) for the 2026/2027 academic session.
According to the university’s official registration notice, the exercise covers all undergraduate programmes and courses. Registration started on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, and will close on Tuesday, September 22, 2026.
Deadline warning: UNILAG’s Direct Entry registration closes on September 22, 2026. At the time of this report on September 13, candidates had nine full calendar days remaining. The official notice does not state a closing time, so applicants should submit early rather than wait until the final day.
Who is eligible for UNILAG Direct Entry registration?
The registration is for candidates who selected the University of Lagos as their first-choice institution in the 2026/2027 JAMB Direct Entry application.
UNILAG also requires applicants to have five relevant O’Level credit passes at one sitting, including English Language and Mathematics. The relevant subjects can depend on the programme being applied for, so candidates should compare their results with the requirements for their intended course before paying and submitting.
| Requirement | What the official notice says |
|---|---|
| Admission route | 2026/2027 JAMB Direct Entry |
| Institution choice | UNILAG must be the candidate’s first choice |
| O’Level | Five relevant credits at one sitting, including English and Mathematics |
| Age | Candidate must be at least 16 by September 30, 2026 |
| Application fee | ₦3,500 |
| Registration period | September 9–22, 2026 |
Candidates who will not be 16 years old by September 30, 2026 are not eligible under the notice and should not proceed with the application.
What results can Direct Entry candidates upload?
UNILAG’s notice lists the following result or qualification types for upload, where relevant to the candidate’s application:
- First Degree
- Higher National Diploma (HND)
- Ordinary National Diploma (OND)
- SDA
- JUPEB
- Cambridge A’ Level
- National Certificate in Education (NCE)
- NFLV Diploma
- MUSON Diploma
- ABRSM
- Trinity College London qualification
- Baccalaureate
- DELF/DALF
- Relevant O’Level result
Do not upload a qualification simply because it appears on the general list. Use the credential that supports your own JAMB DE application and ensure the names, date of birth, state of origin and Local Government Area agree across your records.
How to apply for UNILAG Direct Entry 2026/2027
Complete the process through the official UNILAG application portal. The university’s instructions are:
- Open the UNILAG application portal and click Start New Application.
- Select Undergraduate under Application Type.
- Use your DE JAMB registration number as the username.
- Use your surname in lowercase as the password.
- Generate and print the payment advice.
- Pay at a commercial bank or use the online payment option.
- Return to the portal and click Continue Application.
- Complete the form and upload the relevant results or qualifications.
- Preview the information carefully and correct errors before submission.
- Click Submit.
- Print the Direct Entry Application Slip and keep it safely.
The application is not complete merely because payment has been made. Candidates should return to the portal, finish the form, submit it and print the slip for future reference.
Important checks before you submit
- Confirm that UNILAG appears as your first choice in the 2026/2027 JAMB DE application.
- Check that your O’Level record contains five relevant credits at one sitting, including English Language and Mathematics.
- Use the same personal details shown on your JAMB and academic records.
- Upload only the qualification relevant to your DE route and intended programme.
- Preview the form before submitting it.
- Print or save the application slip after successful submission.
- Do not share your JAMB login details, password or verification codes with agents.
Former UNILAG students and other restrictions
The official notice includes additional conditions for former students. A former student whose admission was withdrawn because of poor academic performance or absence status may re-apply only if the new admission is for a different programme or course.
A student who was expelled from the university cannot be offered fresh admission under the stated rule. Applicants should review these conditions honestly before submitting another application.
UNILAG Direct Entry deadline and support contacts
The closing date is Tuesday, September 22, 2026. Since the notice does not publish a universal closing hour, applicants should treat September 21 as their personal target and allow time for payment confirmation, document upload and printing the application slip.
For clarification, UNILAG lists deapplication@unilag.edu.ng, 09053006772 and 08141656802. Contact the university directly if your credential, login or programme eligibility is unclear.
Frequently asked questions
Is the UNILAG Direct Entry form for 2026/2027 available?
Yes. UNILAG’s official notice says online registration for 2026/2027 Direct Entry admission is open from September 9 to September 22, 2026.
How much is the UNILAG DE application fee?
The application fee stated in the official notice is ₦3,500.
Who can apply?
Candidates who selected UNILAG as first choice in the 2026/2027 JAMB Direct Entry application and meet the stated O’Level and age conditions can register.
What is the deadline?
Registration closes on Tuesday, September 22, 2026. The university does not state a universal closing time in the notice.
Where should I register?
Use the official portal at applications.unilag.edu.ng. Avoid unofficial links and agents.
Will UNILAG consider me if I do not complete the online registration?
No. The university says candidates who do not participate in the online registration will not be considered for admission.
Sources and verification
Primary source: UNILAG official Direct Entry registration procedure, published September 9, 2026.
Official application portal: applications.unilag.edu.ng.
Corroborating current report: MySchoolGist’s September 11, 2026 report.
Exams Scholars checked the current UNILAG notice, admissions category page and application portal before publication. Applicants should recheck the university’s official channels for any change before making payment.
