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IMSU Post-UTME/DE 2026/2027: Cut-Off Mark, Eligibility & Form

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Anthony Awa

Institutional Policy Specialist

May 25, 2026

Imo State University (IMSU), Owerri, has announced that online registration for its 2026/2027 Post-UTME and Direct Entry (DE) screening exercise will run from Monday, 25th May, 2026 to Thursday, 25th June, 2026.

IMSU Post-UTME/DE 2026: Cut-off mark, Eligibility and Registration Details

Eligibility & Cut-Off Mark

  • First Choice & Minimum UTME Score: Candidates must have chosen Imo State University, Owerri as their First Choice and scored a minimum of 160 in the 2026 UTME.
  • Change of Institution: Candidates who did not initially choose IMSU as their First Choice but scored 160 and above can apply after visiting the JAMB portal to change their First Choice Institution to Imo State University, Owerri before the closing date.
  • Direct Entry (DE) Candidates: Must hold an OND, HND, First Degree, A'Level, or equivalent qualification in relevant disciplines and subjects.
  • Mandatory JAMB CAPS Upload & Awaiting Results: All candidates must upload their qualifying O'Level results to JAMB CAPS (awaiting result candidates must upload their results to JAMB CAPS immediately upon release), as anyone who fails to do so will not be considered for admission.

Step-by-Step Application Procedure

The screening fee is ₦2,000. Follow these steps to apply:

  1. Visit the official IMSU website at www.imsuonline.edu.ng and click on 2026/2027 POST-UTME/Direct Entry Application.
  2. Enter your JAMB Registration Number accurately to check your eligibility and proceed to payment.
  3. Enter your JAMB Registration Number ONLY as the Invoice Number, make the payment of ₦2,000 (for easier access, candidates are encouraged to use IMSU Microfinance Bank), and generate your receipt.
  4. Return to www.imsuonline.edu.ng 24 hours after completing payment, click on 2026/2027 Post UTME/Direct Entry Application again, and complete the online application form.
  5. Print your Acknowledgement Slip to present at the PUTME/DE screening venue on your exam date.

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Community Discussion

Candidate Comments & Inquiries (4)

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Somto Chukwu

May 25, 2026

I paid the ₦2,000 fee today and tried to fill the IMSU form immediately, but it says payment not yet verified. Why?

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Mentra Admissions Team

May 25, 2026

Hello Somto! Step iv of the official IMSU procedure states that you should return to www.imsuonline.edu.ng 24 hours after completing your payment (using your JAMB Registration Number as the Invoice Number) to fill out the application form.

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Miracle Nwosu

May 26, 2026

What is the minimum JAMB cut-off mark for IMSU Owerri this year?

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Mentra Admissions Team

May 26, 2026

The general minimum UTME cut-off mark for IMSU is 160 and above.

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