Several private universities in Nigeria have already opened their undergraduate admission portals for the 2026/2027 academic session. If you are considering a private university this year, now is the best time to start your application early, especially because some schools admit students on a rolling basis and may close admission once slots are filled.
Below are verified private universities whose admission portals are currently open.
1. BABCOCK UNIVERSITY
Babcock University has officially opened applications for the 2026/2027 academic session for UTME, Direct Entry, transfer students, JUPEB, and Open Distance E-Learning programmes.
Admission Requirements
- Valid 2026 UTME result
- Minimum of 5 O’Level credits including English and Mathematics
- Candidates who did not initially choose Babcock can still apply after change of institution.
How to Apply
Visit Babcock University Portal
2. REDEEMER’S UNIVERSITY
Redeemer’s University has released its 2026/2027 Post-UTME admission form and screening schedule. The university stated that admission may close once programme quotas are filled.
Admission Requirements
- Candidates must possess a valid UTME result. Minimum cut-off mark depends on programme.
- O’Level requirements apply
- Both online and physical screening options are available.
How to Apply
Visit Redeemer’s University Admission Portal
3. Achievers University
Achievers University has commenced Post-UTME and Direct Entry registration for the 2026/2027 session.
Admission Requirements
- Minimum UTME score: 150
- Direct Entry candidates can apply
- Screening will hold in batches
How to Apply
Visit Achievers University Admission Portal
4. PAMO UNIVERSITYOF MEDICAL SCIENCES
PAMO University of Medical Sciences has opened its 2026/2027 Post-UTME portal for medical and health science programmes.
Admission Requirements
- General minimum UTME score: 170
- Medicine and Surgery requires higher scores
- Candidates must meet O’level science subject requirements
How to Apply
Visit: PUMS Admission Portal
5. JIMOH BABALOLA UNIVERSITY
Jimoh Babalola University has opened undergraduate admission for UTME and Direct Entry candidates for the 2026/2027 session.
Admission Requirements
- Minimum UTME score: 150
- Candidates can apply even if they did not initially choose the school. Change of institution is accepted.
How to Apply
Visit Jimoh Babalola University Portal
6. COVENANT UNIVERSITY
Covenant University has opened its 2026/2027 undergraduate admission portal and is currently accepting applications from qualified UTME candidates.
Admission Requirements
- Candidates must possess a valid 2026 UTME result.
- Minimum of five O’Level credits including English Language and Mathematics.
- Credits must be obtained in not more than two sittings.
- Candidates must meet the UTME subject combination for their intended course.
- Applicants are expected to participate in the university’s screening process.
How to Apply
Visit Covenant University Application Portal
7. ELIZADE UNIVERSITY
Elizade University has announced that admissions are open for undergraduate programmes for the 2026/2027 session.
Admission Requirements
- Minimum of five O’Level credit passes in relevant subjects. Results can be from WAEC, NECO, GCE, or NABTEB.
- Credits must not exceed two sittings.
- Candidates awaiting results may also apply.
- UTME and Direct Entry candidates are eligible.
How to Apply
Visit Elizade University Admission Portal
8. TRINITY UNIVERSITY
Trinity University has confirmed that its 2026/2027 admission forms are currently on sale.
Admission Requirements
- Candidates must possess a valid UTME result. Minimum of five O’Level credits including English Language and Mathematics.
- Candidates who did not initially choose Trinity University can still apply. Change of institution through JAMB may be required.
- Direct Entry applications are also accepted.
How to Apply
Visit Trinity University Application Portal
9. ATIBA UNIVERSITY
Atiba University has opened its admission portal for the 2026/2027 academic session.
Admission Requirements
UTME candidates must score at least 140 in JAMB.
Applicants must have five O’Level credits including English Language.
Candidates who did not choose Atiba University can apply through change of institution.
Direct Entry candidates with A-Level, ND, NCE, or JUPEB qualifications are eligible. Awaiting result candidates may also apply
How to Apply
Visit Atiba University Application Portal
10. MIVA OPEN UNIVERSITY
Miva Open University is currently accepting applications for several online undergraduate programmes.
Admission Requirements
- Applicants need a minimum of five O’Level credits including English and Mathematics. WAEC, NECO, GCE, and NABTEB results are accepted
- Results must not exceed two sittings.
- JAMB is not compulsory at the application stage.
- Applications are fully online.
How to Apply
Visit Miva Application Portal
Conclusion
As of May 2026, several private universities across Nigeria have already started accepting applications for the 2026/2027 academic session. Students interested in private universities should begin applications early, especially for competitive programmes and schools with limited admission slots. More universities are expected to release their forms in the coming weeks.
