Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK) Releases 2026/2027 Post-UTME & Direct Entry Screening Form

The management of Nnamdi Azikiwe University has officially announced the commencement of its Post-UTME and Direct Entry screening exercise for the 2026/2027 academic session. The institution is inviting suitably qualified candidates who selected UNIZIK as their first-choice institution in the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) to apply for admission into its various undergraduate programmes. About UNIZIK Nnamdi Azikiwe University, popularly known as UNIZIK, is one of Nigeria’s leading federal universities located in Awka, Anambra State. The university is widely recognized for its strong academic reputation in: • Medicine • Law • Engineering • Mass Communication • Pharmacy • Social Sciences • Management Sciences • Health-related programmes UNIZIK remains one of the most competitive universities in South-East Nigeria due to its academic standard, large student population, and modern educational structure. Eligibility Requirements Candidates eligible for the UNIZIK Post-UTME screening include: • Candidates who selected UNIZIK or its affiliate institutions as first choice in the 2026 UTME • Candidates who scored at least 160 in UTME • Candidates willing to change institution to UNIZIK before the application deadline • Direct Entry applicants with OND, HND, A-Level, JUPEB, IJMB, or First Degree qualifications The university also stated that candidates must possess at least five (5) credit passes including English Language and Mathematics in relevant O’Level subjects. Required Documents Applicants are expected to upload: • JAMB Result Slip • O’Level Result(s) • Passport Photograph • Birth Certificate • Local Government Identification • Direct Entry credentials (for DE applicants) Direct Entry candidates are additionally required to forward academic transcripts to the Registrar of the university. Competitive Courses & Cut-Off Expectations Due to intense competition, some departments may require higher scores than the general cut-off mark. Highly competitive courses include: • Medicine & Surgery • Law • Nursing Science • Pharmacy • Medical Laboratory Science • Mass Communication • Computer Science Candidates applying for these programmes are advised to aim for very high aggregate scores to improve admission chances. Final Note Candidates seeking admission into Nnamdi Azikiwe University are strongly advised to: • Apply early • Upload correct credentials • Monitor the admission portal regularly • Prepare seriously for the screening process For latest Post-UTME updates, CBT practice, aggregate calculator, and admission guides, visit: OGB Admission Hub