BSU Notice on Conduct of Post UTME Test, 2026/2027
Benue State University, BSU, now officially known as Rev. Fr. Moses Orshio Adasu University, Makurdi, has approved the conduct of the Post UTME Test for candidates seeking admission into the university for the 2026/2027 academic session.
The development is important for prospective students who have completed the Post UTME and Direct Entry registration process and are waiting for information about the next stage of the admission exercise.
For many candidates, the phrase "Post UTME Test" immediately raises questions about the examination date, venue, eligibility, required documents and what will happen after the test. It is therefore important to separate confirmed information from rumours that may circulate among admission seekers.
The university's latest admission information confirms that the Post UTME and Direct Entry screening process is part of the 2026/2027 admission exercise. Candidates are expected to satisfy the required admission conditions and follow the instructions issued by the university concerning the conduct of the test.
BSU Post UTME Test 2026/2027
The approval of the Post UTME Test means that eligible candidates should now prepare seriously for the next stage of the admission process.
This is particularly important because candidates should not assume that submitting a Post UTME application is the end of their responsibility.
Admission into a university is a process. A candidate must first satisfy the basic eligibility requirements, complete the required registration, provide accurate academic information and then follow the university's instructions concerning screening and admission.
For the 2026/2027 session, the university has already established programme specific UTME score requirements. Therefore, candidates should first confirm that their JAMB score qualifies them for the course they selected before worrying about their chances of admission.
Is BSU Post UTME Test Date Out?
Candidates should be careful about information concerning the exact date of the test.
The university had earlier warned prospective students against a false publication that announced August 29 and 30, 2026 as dates for the Post UTME Computer Based Test. Management stated that the publication was not an official communication and that candidates should not make arrangements based on an unauthorised date.
The latest development is that the conduct of the Post UTME Test has now been approved.
However, candidates should rely on the university's approved timetable and individual instructions for the actual date, time and venue rather than assuming that an old date circulating online remains valid.
This distinction matters because travelling to Makurdi or arranging accommodation based on an unofficial examination date could lead to unnecessary financial loss.
Who Is Eligible for the BSU Post UTME Test?
Eligibility for the 2026/2027 exercise depends on the candidate's UTME score, selected programme and academic qualifications.
The university's published requirements state that candidates must have selected the university as their first choice institution or successfully changed their institution to the university as first choice.
UTME candidates must also possess five relevant O'Level credit passes, including English Language and Mathematics, obtained in not more than two sittings.
This means that candidates should not focus only on their JAMB score.
Your O'Level subjects are equally important.
For example, a candidate who has the required UTME score but lacks a compulsory subject required for the chosen programme may still have an admission problem.
BSU UTME Cut Off Marks for 2026/2027
The university has published different minimum UTME scores for different programmes.
Candidates should understand these figures because they determine whether an applicant can be considered for the selected programme.
The current requirements are:
| UTME score | Applicable programmes or faculties |
|---|---|
| 150 and above | Faculty of Education |
| 160 and above | Administration and Management, Arts, Environmental Sciences, Social Sciences, Technology and Industrial Studies, and selected Science programmes |
| 180 and above | Computer Science |
| 200 and above | Microbiology, Human Anatomy, Human Physiology and Biochemistry |
| 220 and above | Doctor of Pharmacy, Medical Laboratory Science, Radiography and Radiation Science |
| 240 and above | Medicine and Surgery and Law |
These figures show why candidates should not simply ask whether BSU accepts 150.
The more useful question is whether your score meets the requirement for your particular course.
For instance, a candidate with a UTME score of 200 may qualify for consideration in some programmes but does not meet the published 240 threshold for Medicine and Surgery or Law.
BSU Post UTME Screening Fee
The approved screening fee for the 2026/2027 Post UTME and Direct Entry registration exercise is ₦2,000.
Candidates were instructed to make payment through the approved electronic payment process after verifying their JAMB registration information.
After successful payment, candidates are required to return to the university portal and complete the registration process.
Students should not confuse the screening fee with other university charges that may become applicable after admission.
The ₦2,000 payment is for the Post UTME and Direct Entry screening process.
How Candidates Registered for BSU Post UTME
Candidates who meet the admission requirements are expected to use the university's admission portal for the screening process.
The registration procedure involves verifying the candidate's JAMB registration number before proceeding to payment.
After verification, the candidate proceeds to the electronic payment platform to pay the approved screening charge.
Once payment is successful, the candidate returns to the portal, continues the application, completes the biodata information and prints the completed application slip.
Candidates should keep this document safely.
It is unwise to complete an important admission application and then lose the evidence of registration.
O'Level Result Upload Is Mandatory
One of the most important instructions for candidates is the upload of their O'Level or A Level results on the JAMB CAPS platform.
The university's 2026/2027 admission notice makes it clear that candidates must upload their results to JAMB CAPS.
Failure to do so can affect consideration for admission.
Candidates who have not confirmed their result upload should attend to it as soon as possible.
Do not assume that because you submitted your WAEC, NECO or NABTEB information during Post UTME registration, JAMB automatically has the same information.
The university and JAMB admission processes are connected, but candidates still have a responsibility to ensure that their records are correctly updated.
What Candidates Should Prepare Before the Test
Candidates should begin preparing their documents and personal information before the examination date is announced or before their scheduled test day.
Keep the following documents available:
JAMB registration details
JAMB result information
Post UTME registration evidence
O'Level result
Evidence of payment
Valid identification where required
Printed application or acknowledgement slip
Candidates should also ensure that their names and other personal details are consistent across their admission records.
If you notice a major discrepancy, do not ignore it.
An error that appears minor during registration can become a problem during verification.
How Candidates Should Prepare Academically
Candidates should also prepare for the academic aspect of the test.
The Post UTME stage should not be approached with the mentality that a candidate is already guaranteed admission.
Meeting the minimum UTME score only makes a candidate eligible for consideration.
It does not automatically place the candidate on the admission list.
Students should revise the subjects relevant to their intended course and practise answering questions under time pressure.
Computer Based Tests reward more than knowledge alone.
Speed, accuracy, careful reading and the ability to manage time can make a significant difference.
Candidates who understand a subject but spend too much time on one question may still perform poorly.
Develop a strategy before the examination.
Do Not Waste Time on Unverified Examination Dates
The previous fake date incident is an important lesson for every BSU candidate.
Admission seekers are often eager for information and can easily forward a message without checking whether it came from the university.
That is dangerous during an admission exercise.
A fake examination date can cause a candidate to spend money on transportation and accommodation unnecessarily.
Worse still, a fraudulent notice could be designed to collect money from candidates.
Candidates should therefore wait for the approved examination schedule and follow the information attached to their registration.
Candidates Should Be Careful With Admission Agents
The announcement of a Post UTME Test often attracts fraudulent activities.
Some individuals may claim to have connections within the university and promise to guarantee a candidate's admission.
Others may claim that they can provide examination questions, manipulate results or place a candidate on a special admission list.
Students should stay away from such offers.
There is no legitimate reason to hand over your JAMB password, email password or other confidential login information to an unknown person.
Your admission account should remain under your control.
If someone claims to be helping you but demands your password, treat that as a serious warning sign.
Some BSU Candidates Have Programme Change Instructions
The 2026/2027 admission notice contains special instructions for candidates who selected certain programmes.
Candidates who originally applied for B.Sc. Mass Communication were directed to change to other available programmes within the Faculty of Communication and Media Studies.
Candidates who applied for B.N. Nursing were directed to consider other science based programmes, particularly options within the Faculty of Science or the College of Health Sciences.
Candidates who selected Vocational and Technical Education were directed to programmes under the Faculty of Technology and Industrial Studies, specifically Industrial Technology.
Applicants affected by these instructions should check their admission information carefully.
Do not continue with an old programme choice simply because it was your original preference if the university has issued a specific instruction concerning that programme.
Direct Entry Candidates Should Also Prepare
The Post UTME and Direct Entry process covers Direct Entry candidates as well.
Direct Entry applicants should make sure that the qualifications they are using for admission are properly reflected in their JAMB records.
They should also ensure that their relevant A Level or equivalent results have been uploaded where required.
A Direct Entry candidate should not assume that having an acceptable qualification automatically guarantees admission.
The candidate must still satisfy the requirements for the chosen programme and follow the university's screening instructions.
Does Passing the BSU Post UTME Guarantee Admission?
No.
This is an important point that candidates must understand.
The Post UTME Test is part of the admission process. It is not a promise of admission.
A candidate can meet the minimum UTME score, register for Post UTME and still not receive admission if the candidate does not satisfy other requirements or if competition for the programme is high.
Admission decisions depend on the university's admission process, programme requirements and available spaces.
Therefore, candidates should approach the test seriously rather than assuming that registration alone guarantees an admission offer.
What Happens After the BSU Post UTME Test?
After the screening process, candidates should continue monitoring their admission information.
Do not stop checking your JAMB profile simply because you have completed the test.
JAMB CAPS remains important because university admission recommendations must go through the central admission system.
Candidates should also monitor their university admission profile for further instructions.
If admission is offered through JAMB CAPS, the candidate should accept the offer as instructed and proceed with the university's admission and registration procedures.
What If You Do Not Receive Admission Immediately?
Candidates should not panic if an admission offer does not appear immediately.
Admission processing can occur in stages.
Some candidates may receive offers earlier than others, particularly where different programmes and admission categories are being processed separately.
The absence of an immediate admission offer is therefore not enough reason to abandon the process.
Continue checking your CAPS status and make sure your academic records are correct.
At the same time, be realistic about your programme choice and understand the competitiveness of your course.
Important Advice for BSU Candidates
The most valuable thing a candidate can have during an admission exercise is accurate information.
Do not make decisions based on forwarded messages alone.
Do not pay an agent because someone claims that the person can influence the university.
Do not assume that every JAMB score qualifies for every programme.
Do not ignore O'Level result requirements.
Do not forget to upload your result to JAMB CAPS.
Do not wait until the last minute to organise your documents.
These simple precautions can save candidates considerable stress.
Final Advice on the BSU Post UTME Test 2026/2027
The approval of the Post UTME Test for the 2026/2027 academic session marks an important stage in the admission process at Rev. Fr. Moses Orshio Adasu University, Makurdi, formerly known as Benue State University.
Candidates who have registered should now move from uncertainty to preparation.
Check your JAMB profile.
Confirm your O'Level result upload.
Confirm that your UTME score meets the requirement for your chosen programme.
Keep your Post UTME registration evidence safe.
Prepare academically.
Most importantly, wait for and follow the approved instructions concerning the actual conduct of the test.
The university's published 2026/2027 admission requirements show that programme eligibility varies considerably, with minimum UTME thresholds ranging from 150 for some programmes to 240 for Medicine and Surgery and Law. The approved screening fee is ₦2,000, while candidates must also satisfy the required O'Level conditions and first choice requirement.
Candidates should also remember that the university is now officially identified as Rev. Fr. Moses Orshio Adasu University, Makurdi. The familiar BSU name remains widely used by students and admission seekers, which is why both names may appear in admission information.
The key lesson for every candidate is simple: do not allow anxiety to make you careless.
Admission is competitive, but many problems candidates encounter are not caused by lack of academic ability. They are caused by missed instructions, incomplete records, wrong programme information, poor preparation or reliance on unofficial information.
Prepare properly, keep your documents safe and follow the university's instructions.
When the approved test arrangements are communicated, make sure you follow the details attached to your own admission process rather than relying on what another candidate tells you.
Your admission journey deserves accuracy, patience and serious preparation.
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