NMU Opens Post-UTME Registration for 2026/2027 Admission. The Nigeria Maritime University (NMU), Okerenkoko, has commenced Post-UTME screening registration for candidates seeking admission into its undergraduate programmes for the 2026/2027 academic session.
The exercise is open to candidates who selected NMU as their first-choice institution in the 2026 UTME and obtained a minimum score of 150.
Eligible applicants are required to complete their registration online and pay a non-refundable screening fee of ₦2,000 before the application deadline.
Who Can Apply?
To qualify for the NMU Post-UTME screening exercise, candidates must:
- Choose Nigeria Maritime University as their first-choice institution.
- Score at least 150 in the 2026 UTME.
- Possess five relevant O’Level credit passes.
- Upload their O’Level results to the JAMB portal.
- Complete the online application process successfully.
The university has stated that candidates who fail to register will not be considered for admission, regardless of their UTME scores.
However, foreign candidates and candidates living with disabilities are exempt from the Post-UTME screening exercise.
NMU Post-UTME Fee and Deadline
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Institution | Nigeria Maritime University |
| Academic Session | 2026/2027 |
| Minimum UTME Score | 150 |
| Screening Fee | ₦2,000 |
| Payment Status | Non-refundable |
| Registration Deadline | Monday, 29 June 2026 |
Applicants are advised to complete their registration well before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical issues.
How to Apply for NMU Post-UTME
Registration is conducted through the university’s undergraduate admission portal.
Step 1: Verify Your Details
Applicants should begin by selecting the verification option on the portal and entering:
- JAMB Registration Number
- Email Address
- Phone Number
Once submitted, the system will display the candidate’s details for confirmation.
Step 2: Pay the Screening Fee
After verification, candidates will be redirected to the university’s payment platform where payment can be made through:
- Debit card
- Bank transfer
- USSD
- Bank payment options
Applicants should avoid refreshing their browser while payment is processing to prevent duplicate deductions.
Step 3: Confirm Payment
Candidates who do not receive their login credentials after payment can use the payment confirmation option on the portal.
By entering their JAMB registration number or email address, they can validate their payment and have their login details resent.
Step 4: Log In
Once login credentials are received, candidates should access the portal using:
- JAMB Registration Number
- Assigned Password
Step 5: Complete the Application Form
Applicants should carefully fill in all required information, including personal details and academic records.
Particular attention should be paid to O’Level information and bio-data entries.
Step 6: Submit the Application
Candidates should review all entries thoroughly before clicking the submit button.
Incorrect information may affect admission processing.
Step 7: Print the Screening Slip
After successful submission, candidates should print their screening exercise slip and keep it for future admission-related processes.
Documents and Information Required
Before starting the application, candidates should prepare:
- JAMB Registration Number
- Active email address
- Functional phone number
- O’Level results with the required credits
- Personal bio-data
- Payment method for the screening fee
The university has clarified that applicants do not need to upload passport photographs during registration because those details have already been supplied through JAMB.
What to Do If Payment Is Pending
Candidates whose payment status does not update immediately should avoid making another payment.
The university advises applicants to wait for a few hours and, where necessary, confirm the transaction with their bank before attempting any further action.
Important Exemption Notice
Foreign applicants and candidates with disabilities are not required to participate in the Post-UTME screening exercise.
All other eligible candidates must complete the registration process before the deadline to remain eligible for admission consideration.
