Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), Awka, Anambra State, has commenced online registration for its 2026/2027 Post-UTME and Direct Entry (DE) screening exercise. The registration window opened on Wednesday, 27th May, 2026 and closes on Sunday, 12th July, 2026.
Eligibility & Critical Deadlines
- First Choice & Minimum UTME Score: Candidates who chose UNIZIK (or its affiliate institutions) as their First Choice in the 2026 UTME and scored 160 and above.
- Change of Institution/Course Deadline (July 5): Candidates who did not initially choose UNIZIK but scored 160 and above can apply after visiting a JAMB CBT centre for a Change of Institution. However, note that Change of Course or Change of Institution into UNIZIK (and its affiliates) ends on Sunday, 5th July, 2026; any change done after July 5 will not be valid.
- Direct Entry (DE) Transcript & Hard Copy Deadline (July 12): DE candidates must hold an OND, HND, First Degree, or A'Level in relevant disciplines. They must ensure their official academic transcripts reach The Registrar, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, and that hard copies of their JAMB E-slip, O'Level result(s), and OND/HND/First Degree/A'Level result(s) are submitted to the Office of the Deputy Registrar (Admissions) on or before Sunday, 12th July, 2026.
- Compulsory JAMB CAPS Upload: All candidates must upload their O'Level results (and A'Level results for DE applicants) on JAMB CAPS.
Step-by-Step Online Application Procedure
The non-refundable screening fee is ₦2,000. Follow these steps to apply:
- Step 1: Visit the official UNIZIK application portal at apply.unizik.edu.ng.
- Step 2: Click the "Create One" link under the Sign-In button and follow the prompts using a personal email address and active phone number you can easily access.
- Step 3: Log in with your JAMB Registration Number and the password you created in Step 2.
- Step 4: Follow the Application Progress steps to pay the ₦2,000 fee and complete your Post-UTME/DE application before Sunday, 12th July, 2026.
Prepare for the UNIZIK screening using the Mentra POST-UTME app, available on both Android and iOS. For enquiries, email registrar@unizik.edu.ng or admission@unizik.edu.ng.
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