JOSTUM (UAM) Post-UTME/DE 2026/2027: Cut-Off Mark & Registration

Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University, Makurdi (JOSTUM), formerly the Federal University of Agriculture, Makurdi (UAM), has announced the availability of its 2026/2027 Post-UTME and Direct Entry (DE) application forms for candidates who chose the university as their First Choice (as well as those willing to change their first choice to JOSTUM).

Admission & Eligibility Requirements

• Minimum UTME Score: Candidates must have scored 150 and above in the 2026 UTME (check the specific departmental cut-off marks on the portal link below).
• Age Requirement: Must be at least 16 years old by September 30th, 2026.
• O'Level Credits: At least five (5) O'Level credit passes, including Mathematics and English Language, in not more than two (2) sittings.
• Direct Entry (DE) Candidates: Must possess the required A'Level plus O'Level qualifications.
• Mandatory JAMB CAPS Upload: Only candidates who have uploaded their O'Level results (WAEC, NECO, NABTEB, etc.) onto JAMB CAPS at a JAMB office or accredited CBT centre will be considered for admission.

Payment Rules & Step-by-Step Application Guide

The non-refundable screening fee is ₦2,000.00 (excluding bank/service charges). Follow these steps carefully:

1. Generate RRR Strictly on the University Website: Visit uam.edu.ng/jpost/2026-2027-post-utme-direct-entry-application/ (or www.uam.edu.ng / myportal.uam.edu.ng) to generate your Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR) number. Do not generate your RRR directly on the Remita website.
2. Pay the ₦2,000.00 fee using any of the three supported options: ATM Card, USSD, or Bank Transfer (or at a bank branch using the university-generated RRR).
3. Complete your online application form on the university portal and print out a copy for your records.

Check the university portal regularly for the Post-UTME screening date, and prepare ahead with the Mentra POST-UTME app, available on both Android and iOS.