List of Universities That Don’t Write Post‑UTME (2025/2026 Update)

Many aspirants believe that every Nigerian university requires a Post‑UTME test after the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) UTME. In reality, a number of universities have shifted to online screening, direct document verification, or no separate test at all. For the 2025/2026 academic session, knowing which schools don’t write a formal Post‑UTME exam can save time, preparation stress and application cost. This article breaks down those institutions, explains how their admission works instead of the traditional test, and highlights important points you must still satisfy.

Why Some Universities Have Eliminated the Post‑UTME Exam

Over recent years, several universities decided to stop a formal Post‑UTME exam for admitted candidates. The key reasons include:

• Cost and logistics: Running CBT centres, exam invigilators and logistics for large student numbers is expensive and complex.
• Technology shift: Many schools now perform online credential screening (uploading O’Level, UTME results, etc.) rather than a timed exam.
• Policy flexibility: Some state universities adopt more inclusive admission policies to fill quotas and admit more candidates via the UTME result plus screening.
• Accreditation and transparency: Removing the exam reduces repeated testing stress and focuses on merit via UTME + cut‑offs + credentials.

Because of this, schools labelled as “no Post‑UTME exam required” still often run screening, but the mechanism is alternative rather than formal exam. For clarity: “No Post‑UTME” in this list means no separate timed Post‑UTME test required, but you may still upload documents or attend verification.

How Admission Works Without a Post‑UTME Test

If a university doesn’t require a Post‑UTME exam, here’s how the admission process generally works:

1. You write UTME and meet the UTME score or university minimum.
2. You choose the school/course and meet subject combinations and departmental cut‑off (if published).
3. You apply via the university’s portal, uploading scanned copies of your O’Level results, JAMB result and other required documents.
4. The school does credential verification online and/or physical and publishes admission lists.
5. You check the JAMB CAPS portal, accept or reject any offer, and then register with the institution.

Because of this, applying to such schools still requires the usual documentation and attention to deadlines you just skip the timed Post‑UTME test. Many aspirants consider this an easier route but remember, competition still exists and meeting cut‑offs is critical.

State Universities That Don’t Write Post‑UTME

Here are some state universities that reported no formal Post‑UTME exam requirement (documented from credible trackers). Always verify on the university portal for latest updates.

State University	Location	Screening Method
Ebonyi State University (EBSU)	Ebonyi State	Online document verification only.
Ekiti State University (EKSU)	Ekiti State	Online screening; no timed Post‑UTME exam.
Osun State University (UNIOSUN)	Osun State	Online screening without exam.
Lagos State University (LASU)	Lagos State	Reported to use online screening only.
Benue State University (BSU)	Benue State	Online screening; no exam required.

Federal Universities That Don’t Write Post‑UTME

Federal universities are less frequently in this category, but some remain reported as using alternate screening rather than timed tests.

Federal University	Location	Screening Method
Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU)	Bauchi State	Credited as no formal Post‑UTME test in earlier years.
Federal University Oye Ekiti (FUOYE)	Ekiti State	Listed as online screening only.
Umaru Musa Yar’ Adua University (UMYU)	Katsina State	Reported in list of no Post‑UTME universities.

Private Universities That Don’t Write Post‑UTME

Many private universities skip the traditional Post‑UTME exam and rely instead on internal screening or purely document‐based assessment. Here are some reported examples.

Private University	Location	Screening Method
Afe Babalola University (ABUAD)	Ekiti State	Internal screening; no separate Post‑UTME exam.
Babcock University	Ogun State	Listed among schools that do not write Post‑UTME.
Bowen University	Osun State	Reported as no conventional Post‑UTME.
Ajayi Crowther University	Oyo State	Featured in “no Post‑UTME” list.

Key Eligibility & Document Checklist for These Schools

Even though you may be skipping a timed exam, you still must meet admission requirements which include:

• A valid JAMB UTME result for current session (2025) or approved Direct Entry result.
• Minimum UTME score accepted by the school, and appropriate subject combination.
• O’Level credits (WAEC, NECO or NABTEB) in required subjects for your course.
• Application via the university’s official portal: upload scans of certificates, birth certificate, passport photograph, and any additional documents required by the school.
• Meeting departmental cut‑off and quota requirements (even without an exam).
• Payment of application/screening fees as listed on the official portal.

Tip: Always visit the school’s official admissions/undergraduate page to verify the screening method, fees and deadlines — some schools change policy with little notice.

Benefits & Possible Drawbacks of Choosing No‑Post‑UTME Institutions

Benefits:

• Less stress from a timed test you save the time and cost of preparing for a separate exam.
• Faster screening process document verification can be faster than waiting for exam schedules and results.
• Cost savings some schools may have lower screening fees since they don’t run CBT centres or exam logistics.

Possible Drawbacks:

• Still high competition admission depends heavily on your UTME score and O’Level grades, so urgency remains high.
• Unclear departmental cut‑offs without a timed exam, competition may rely more strictly on cut‑off ranks and internal quotas.
• Policy changes universities may revert to Post‑UTME exams in future sessions; always verify for 2025/2026.
• Assumption of easier admission skipping the exam doesn’t guarantee admission if your credentials do not meet standards.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Does “no Post‑UTME” mean I don’t apply at all?
A: No you still must apply via the university’s portal and submit required credentials. “No Post‑UTME” means no separate timed exam, but you still meet all other requirements including UTME, O’Levels, and portal registration.

Q2: Will these schools still admit using my UTME score only?
A: Essentially yes your UTME result + O’Level + meeting the cut‑off are the main criteria. The school may do internal ranking or document verification.

Q3: Are the lists above definitive for 2025/2026?
A: These are based on latest public trackers and blogs, but universities may change policy. Always verify on the specific university’s official admissions page for 2025/2026. E.g., some sites list state university names for previous years only. [Refs: turn0search2, turn0search4]

Q4: What if a school reintroduces Post‑UTME this session?
A: Then you must abide by the current session’s requirement. Always check the latest admissions notice for your chosen institution changes can occur at short notice.

Q5: Are polytechnics included in “no Post‑UTME” lists?
A: Many polytechnics and colleges run direct admissions with screening by verification rather than timed exams but this article focuses on universities. Always check the institution’s policy.

Conclusion

Choosing a university that doesn’t write the traditional Post‑UTME exam can simplify your admission process, but it doesn’t eliminate the need to meet high standards. For the 2025/2026 session, several state, federal and private universities operate with document‐based screening instead of a separate exam. Nevertheless, you must still meet UTME cut‑offs, upload all required credentials, register through the official portal and adhere to deadlines. Always verify the current session’s screening policy on the university’s official website before applying.

Information verified as of November 2025. Always refer to individual university admissions pages for the latest updates.