The University of Ilesa (UNILESA), Osun State, is accepting applications for its 2026/2027 Post-UTME and Direct Entry screening exercise. The university’s live admission notice says eligible candidates should apply through the official portal and complete their submissions by Tuesday, September 30, 2026.
The screening is open to candidates seeking admission into the university’s undergraduate programmes, including Nursing Science, Medical Laboratory Science, Computing, Law, education, agriculture, sciences and social and management sciences. The official notice lists a minimum UTME score of 160 and a non-refundable screening fee of ₦2,000.
Institution: University of Ilesa, Ilesa, Osun State
Session: 2026/2027
Application: Post-UTME and Direct Entry screening
Minimum UTME score: 160
Screening fee: ₦2,000, non-refundable
Closing date: September 30, 2026
Official portal: admissions.unilesa.edu.ng
Who is eligible to apply?
According to the official UNILESA notice, candidates should check the following conditions before starting the form:
- UTME candidates must have scored at least 160 in the 2026 UTME.
- Applicants must have chosen UNILESA as their first-choice institution, or complete the required change of institution through JAMB before applying.
- Direct Entry candidates must possess the relevant qualification for admission into 200 Level and should also follow the applicable JAMB Direct Entry process.
- Candidates must have at least five relevant O’Level credit passes in WASSCE, NECO, NABTEB or SAISSCE, in not more than two sittings.
- Applicants must be at least 16 years old by September 30, 2026.
The 160 mark is a general minimum stated by the university. It does not guarantee admission into every course. Competitive programmes may have additional subject, score or professional requirements, so candidates should confirm the conditions for their chosen course before paying.
Programmes listed for the 2026/2027 exercise
UNILESA’s current admission page lists programmes across a wide range of faculties. These include Nursing Science, Anatomy, Physiology, Health Information Management, Radiography, Dental Therapy, Physiotherapy, Optometry, Pharmacology, Human Nutrition and Dietetics, Information Technology and Health Informatics, Medical Laboratory Science, Public Health, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Software Engineering, Data Science, Law, agriculture, education, sciences and social and management sciences.
MySchoolGist’s current corroborating report also identifies 13 newly approved programmes associated with the 2026/2027 admission exercise, including Artificial Intelligence, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mining Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Nuclear Science, Intelligence and Security Studies, Islamic Economics and Finance, Cooperative Economics and Management, and Community Health Science. Candidates interested in those options should confirm the exact programme title and eligibility on the UNILESA portal before submitting.
How much is the UNILESA Post-UTME form?
The university states that the Post-UTME/Direct Entry screening fee is ₦2,000 and is non-refundable. Payment should be made only through the official admission portal and the dedicated university account or payment instructions displayed there. The university’s notice warns candidates not to use admission consultants or agents.
Do not pay a person who promises a guaranteed admission slot, a faster approval or a change of result. Save the payment receipt, transaction reference and any application number generated during the process. These records may be needed if there is a payment or portal complaint.
How to apply for UNILESA Post-UTME/DE screening
- Open the official UNILESA admissions portal.
- Read the current screening instructions and confirm that the application is for the 2026/2027 session.
- Check your UTME score, first-choice status, age and O’Level subjects against the stated requirements.
- If UNILESA was not your first choice, complete the required JAMB change-of-institution process before finalising the university application.
- Enter your personal, JAMB and academic details exactly as they appear on your official records.
- Pay the ₦2,000 screening fee through the approved portal payment route.
- Review the form carefully, submit it and save or print the acknowledgement page.
- Keep monitoring the university portal and official communication channels for screening schedules, admission updates or requests for additional information.
Direct Entry applicants should complete both the relevant JAMB process and the UNILESA screening registration. A university portal submission alone should not be treated as a substitute for a required JAMB application.
Important deadline warning
The official closing date is Tuesday, September 30, 2026. At the time of this report on September 9, the deadline was 21 calendar days away, so eligible candidates still have a practical opportunity to complete the application. It is still safer to submit early because a failed payment, incorrect JAMB detail, poor network connection or incomplete document information can delay an application.
| Application task | What to do |
|---|---|
| Confirm eligibility | Check the 160 UTME minimum, age, first-choice status and course requirements. |
| Check O’Level records | Prepare at least five relevant credits in not more than two sittings. |
| Change institution if needed | Use the official JAMB route before completing the screening application. |
| Pay the fee | Pay ₦2,000 only through the official UNILESA portal. |
| Submit the form | Verify names, registration number, course and contact details before submission. |
| After applying | Save proof of submission and monitor the university’s official updates. |
Do candidates need to attend a physical test?
The live UNILESA admission notice confirms the screening application requirements and closing date, but it does not state a universal physical examination date or venue in the information reviewed for this report. Candidates should not rely on an unofficial timetable. After completing the form, keep checking the official portal for any assigned screening instructions or later admission communication.
What should applicants do if they did not choose UNILESA?
The university says candidates who did not initially choose UNILESA should effect a change of institution to make the university their first choice before applying. Complete that step through the recognised JAMB channel and allow time for the change to reflect before attempting to finish the screening form.
Do not assume that a change-of-institution request is complete merely because payment has been made. Check the JAMB record and the university portal, and keep evidence of the update.
Frequently asked questions
Is the UNILESA Post-UTME form for 2026/2027 available?
Yes. The University of Ilesa’s official admission notice currently directs eligible UTME and Direct Entry candidates to its screening portal for the 2026/2027 session.
When is the deadline?
Applications close on Tuesday, September 30, 2026. The notice says no late submissions will be entertained.
How much is the screening fee?
The stated non-refundable screening fee is ₦2,000. Pay only through the official portal instructions.
What is the minimum JAMB score?
The general minimum listed by UNILESA is 160 in the 2026 UTME. Some programmes may have additional requirements.
Can Direct Entry candidates apply?
Yes. The exercise covers Direct Entry candidates, who must hold the relevant qualification and complete the applicable JAMB process as well as the UNILESA portal registration.
What O’Level result is required?
Candidates need at least five relevant credits in WASSCE, NECO, NABTEB or SAISSCE, obtained in not more than two sittings. Course-specific subject requirements still apply.
Official and corroborating sources
Read the official UNILESA Post-UTME/DE notice and use the official admissions portal. For additional context on the newly approved programme list, see the current MySchoolGist report. The university and JAMB remain the final authorities for programme eligibility, payment instructions and admission processing.
Editorial note: This article was checked against the live UNILESA admission notice and portal on September 9, 2026, using Africa/Lagos time. Portal instructions can change, so candidates should confirm the current official page before making payment.
