Are you aspiring to join the prestigious Benue State University (BSU) for the 2025/2026 academic session? Look no further as we guide you through the Post Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (PUTME) Registration and Online Screening Exercise. Whether you’re a prospective student or considering a change of institution, this comprehensive post has all the details you need.
BSU Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the screening exercise, candidates must have scored 150 points and above in the UTME for programs other than Medicine & Surgery, Law, Nursing, Radiography & Radiation Science, and the Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science. Direct Entry candidates are also welcome. For those who didn’t initially choose BSU as their first choice, a change of institution through JAMB is possible, given they fall within the specified program thresholds.
BSU Special Considerations
- Candidates who applied for Law but scored between 150 and 219 may be considered for admission into programs within the faculties of Arts, Social Sciences, or Education.
- Aspirants for Medicine & Surgery, Nursing Science, B.Sc. Radiography, and Radiation Science, and Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (BMLS) scoring between 150 and 199 may be considered for Anatomy, Physiology, and other allied Sciences’ programs.
BSU Application Process
- Visit the BSU website www.bsum.edu.ng and click on the Admissions menu.
- Under Application, click Post UTME/DE and enter your JAMB registration number to verify profile details.
- Once verified, click “proceed” to generate and print the payment reference slip.
BSU Payment Options
Candidates have four payment options:
- Cash payments at designated banks.
- Pay online using Mastercard, VISA, and Verve Cards.
- Payment at ATM terminals.
- Payment using Quickteller. (Candidates new to Quickteller should sign up first.)
BSU Registration
After payment, revisit the University website and under Admission, select “Post UTME/DE” to:
- Enter your UTME registration number and click “Verify” to confirm details.
- Click “proceed” to login and register, uploading relevant credentials.
- Complete your Biodata and upload necessary documents, including WAEC/NECO/NATEB certificates or statements of results.
- Print two copies of the “Acknowledgement Slip.”
Important Note
Candidates have one month from the date of the Press Release to complete payment and registration, with the process commencing on November 3, 2022, and ending on December 2, 2025. Admission will be granted only to candidates whose O’level results are on the JAMB portal.
FAQs
When will the BSU Post-UTME/DE Screening Form for 2025/2026 be available?
The Benue State University (BSU) Post-UTME/Direct Entry (DE) screening form for the 2025/2026 academic session is expected to be available between July and September 2025. Candidates are advised to regularly check the official BSU website www.bsum.edu.ng for announcements and updates.
Who is eligible to apply for the BSU Post-UTME/DE Screening?
Candidates who chose Benue State University as their first choice in the 2025 UTME and scored at least 150 are eligible for the Post-UTME screening. For Direct Entry, applicants must possess a minimum of Upper Credit in ND, NCE, or equivalent qualifications from recognized institutions and must also have chosen BSU as their first choice during JAMB registration.
How can I apply for the BSU Post-UTME/DE Screening Form?
To apply, eligible candidates should:
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Visit the BSU portal at www.bsum.edu.ng.
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Click on the Admissions or Post-UTME/DE portal link.
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Follow the instructions to generate a payment invoice and pay the non-refundable fee (usually around ₦2,000).
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Complete the online application form and upload required documents (e.g., UTME result slip, O’level results, passport photo).
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Print the acknowledgment slip after successful submission for reference.
Conclusion
Embark on your journey to Benue State University by following these step-by-step guidelines for the 2025/2026 academic session. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to become part of this esteemed institution. Register and pay attention to the deadlines to secure your spot. Best of luck!