KIU Post-UTME/DE Form 2026/2027. Kashim Ibrahim University (KIU) has opened its 2026/2027 Post-UTME and Direct Entry (DE) screening registration for candidates seeking admission into the university.
Registration runs from 27 July to 31 August 2026, while the screening fee is ₦2,000. The general minimum UTME score is 150, although some programmes may require higher scores.
Candidates should confirm their course requirements, O’Level subjects and JAMB details before completing the screening form.
KIU Post-UTME/DE Screening at a Glance
- Institution: Kashim Ibrahim University (KIU)
- Session: 2026/2027
- Screening: Post-UTME and Direct Entry
- Registration: 27 July – 31 August 2026
- General minimum UTME score: 150
- Screening fee: ₦2,000
- O’Level requirement: At least five relevant credits, including English Language and Mathematics
- O’Level sittings: Maximum of two
- Application: Online through the KIU screening portal
Who Is Eligible for KIU Post-UTME?
UTME candidates who selected Kashim Ibrahim University during the 2026 UTME and scored at least 150 may apply for the screening exercise.
However, meeting the general 150 score does not automatically make a candidate eligible for every programme. Some courses have higher requirements.
Candidates should therefore check the requirements for their chosen programme before registering. Those who do not meet the score or subject requirements for their selected course may need to change to a suitable programme through the JAMB portal.
KIU O’Level Requirements
Candidates must have at least five relevant O’Level credit passes, including:
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Other subjects relevant to the chosen programme
KIU accepts O’Level results from not more than two sittings.
Candidates should ensure that their O’Level results have been uploaded to the JAMB portal. The subjects, grades and examination details should also be checked for accuracy.
A scanned copy of the required O’Level result or certificate must be uploaded during the KIU screening registration.
Who Can Apply for KIU Direct Entry?
Direct Entry candidates must meet the required O’Level conditions and possess an acceptable qualification for their chosen programme.
Eligible qualifications include:
- IJMB or JUPEB: Minimum of eight points
- NCE: Merit
- ND/HND: At least Lower Credit
- Degree: Second Class Lower
The qualification presented must be relevant to the programme the candidate is applying for.
Direct Entry applicants should also upload the relevant qualification during the screening registration.
Documents Required for KIU Screening
Candidates should prepare clear scanned copies of the required documents before beginning the application.
The documents include:
- O’Level certificate or result, from not more than two sittings
- A’Level certificate, where applicable
- Indigene certificate
- National Identification Number (NIN)
- Birth certificate
- Relevant Direct Entry qualification, where applicable
Candidates should ensure that all uploaded documents are clear and readable.
KIU Post-UTME/DE Registration Dates
The screening registration period is:
Opening date: 27 July 2026
Closing date: 31 August 2026
Candidates should complete their applications before the deadline. Applicants should not wait until the final day to begin registration in case they encounter payment, document-upload or portal issues.
How Much Is the KIU Post-UTME Form?
The KIU Post-UTME and Direct Entry screening fee is ₦2,000.
Candidates can pay online using a Mastercard, Visa or Verve card. Payment can also be made at a commercial bank using the payment slip generated through the portal.
The payment process uses a Remita code generated during registration.
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How to Apply for KIU Post-UTME/DE Screening
Eligible candidates can complete the application online by following these steps:
- Visit the KIU Post-UTME/DE screening portal.
- Enter your JAMB registration number as the username and password to access your preloaded JAMB details.
- Generate the Remita payment code for the ₦2,000 screening fee.
- Pay online with a Mastercard, Visa or Verve card, or print the payment slip and pay at a commercial bank.
- Return to the KIU screening portal after payment.
- Log in again using your JAMB registration number.
- Complete the screening form with the required information.
- Upload clear copies of your certificates and other required documents.
- Review your personal details, programme, subjects and uploaded documents carefully.
- Submit the completed application.
Candidates should save or print their registration details and payment evidence after completing the process.
Important Things to Check Before Submission
Before submitting the form, candidates should confirm that:
- Their JAMB details are correct.
- They meet the minimum score for their chosen programme.
- Their UTME subject combination matches the programme requirements.
- They have at least five relevant O’Level credits.
- English Language and Mathematics are included where required.
- Their O’Level result has been uploaded to JAMB.
- The O’Level grades and subjects entered on the form are accurate.
- All uploaded documents are clear and readable.
- Their NIN and other personal details are correct.
Candidates with an incorrect subject combination or a UTME score below their programme’s requirement should resolve the issue through JAMB before completing the KIU screening process.
Important Note on O’Level Upload
Uploading a scanned O’Level result to the KIU screening portal is not a substitute for uploading the result to JAMB.
Candidates must ensure that their O’Level result is available on their JAMB profile. KIU states that candidates whose O’Level results are not uploaded to JAMB will not be considered for admission.
Contact KIU Admissions
Candidates who need clarification about the screening exercise can contact the KIU Admissions Office through:
Email: admissions@kiu.edu.ng
Phone: 07033520469
Kashim Ibrahim University was formerly known as Borno State University.
