Post-UTME Fee: Schools Cannot Charge Over ₦2,000
Last updated: 9 November 2026
Did your school ask you to pay ₦5,000 or more for Post-UTME? You may have paid too much. At the 2026 admission policy meeting, JAMB said schools can run Post-UTME, but they must not charge more than ₦2,000.
Quick answer: Schools can still run Post-UTME screening, but the fee must not be above ₦2,000. No school may ask candidates to update their results. The minimum score is 150 for universities and 100 for polytechnics.
What did JAMB say about Post-UTME?
JAMB held its admission policy meeting in May 2026. Voice of Nigeria reported that institutions that want to do Post-UTME screening are free to do so. But the charge must not go above ₦2,000. The Whistler carried the same news.
JAMB also said no school is allowed to demand result updates from candidates.
What are the cut-off marks?
- Universities and nursing colleges: 150
- Polytechnics: 100
A school can set a higher mark if it wants. But it cannot admit anyone below these marks. Your score is only the first step. Many schools still use Post-UTME to rank the candidates.
How did Post-UTME work in 2026?
Most schools used online tests. For example, according to a school news site, UNILAG held its online test from 27 to 31 July 2026. UNIPORT invited only candidates who chose it as first choice and scored at least 160. So the rules are different for each school. Always read your school’s own notice.
Note: these rules were for the 2026/2027 admission. For 2027, JAMB will hold another policy meeting, and some rules may change. Watch for the news.
How to avoid paying too much
- Use the school’s official portal only. Type the web address yourself. Do not click strange links in WhatsApp groups.
- Check the amount. If it is above ₦2,000 for screening, ask the school why. Some extra charges may be bank or portal fees, so ask for a breakdown in writing.
- Keep your receipt. Take a screenshot of every payment page.
- Never pay an agent to “write” the test for you. It is cheating and a quick way to lose your admission.
- Report problems. If a school ignores the rule, send a complaint to JAMB through its official channels.
How to prepare for Post-UTME
- Practise with computer-based questions. Most tests are online.
- Read your school’s syllabus for the test. Some schools test only English and your course subjects.
- Learn from your UTME mistakes. Your weak topics will show again.
- Check your internet and phone or computer a day before.
- Keep your documents ready: UTME result, O’level result, passport photo and NIN.
Need help to study well? Read our study tip on self-testing.
What a Post-UTME day can look like
Each school is different, but many 2026 tests were online. Here is a simple checklist so you are ready for any school.
- Before the day: Print or save your screening slip. Test your phone, laptop or the centre you will use. Charge everything.
- Documents: UTME result slip, O’level result, passport photo, ID or NIN slip, and your payment receipt.
- On the day: Arrive early. Switch off what you must switch off. Read each instruction before you click.
- After the test: Wait for the school to publish results on its official portal. Do not pay anyone for “results” or “slots”.
What may be in the test?
Many schools test English, and the subjects related to your course. Some add general knowledge or reasoning. Because it differs from school to school, find your school’s notice and read the part about subjects and format. If the notice is not clear, ask the school’s admissions office by email or through its official page.
Mistakes to avoid
- Ignoring the deadline. A late form can cost you the whole chance.
- Using the wrong name or number. It must match your UTME details.
- Paying outside the school portal. Money sent to a stranger is gone.
- Believing “runs” and answers. People who sell answers often just take your money.
- Not practising on a computer. If you have never used a mouse for a test, you may waste time.
Frequently asked questions
Is Post-UTME cancelled?
No. Schools are free to do it, but they must follow the ₦2,000 limit and the other rules.
Can my school ask me to upload my result?
JAMB said schools should not demand result updates from candidates.
Do I need Post-UTME for 2027?
It depends on your school and the new rules. Wait for the school’s notice after JAMB’s next policy meeting.
Why does my school charge more than ₦2,000?
Some extra amounts may be bank or portal charges. Ask for a clear breakdown in writing. If it is the screening fee itself, report it to JAMB.
Do I need a UTME score above 150 to write Post-UTME?
The minimum for admission into a university is 150, but your school may ask for a higher score before you can screen. Read the school’s notice.
See more in our Post-UTME guides and school admission guides.