Kwara State University (KWASU) has opened its pre-admission screening registration for the 2025/2026 academic year for both UTME and Direct Entry applicants.
To be eligible, candidates must:
- Have chosen KWASU as their first-choice institution.
- Possess at least five credit passes in relevant O’level subjects, obtained in no more than two sittings (except for the MBBS programme, which requires a single sitting).
- Pay a non-refundable registration fee of N2,000.
The application procedure is accessible through the university’s official portal, with the registration period running from Friday, July 18, 2025, to Sunday, August 17, 2025.
Final admission is contingent upon meeting departmental cut-off marks and the availability of space within the university’s approved admission quota. Please be aware that submitting fraudulent documents will lead to disqualification and legal action.

At Kwara State University, Malete (KWASU), the admission process for the 2025/2026 academic session has officially begun. This article provides essential information for both UTME and Direct Entry candidates on the Pre-Admission Screening Registration.
The registration period for this screening exercise is from Friday, July 18, 2025, to Sunday, August 17, 2025. Candidates who wish to apply must have chosen KWASU as their first-choice institution or be willing to change their institution to KWASU on the JAMB portal before registering.
All applicants are required to have a minimum of five O’level credits in relevant subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, in no more than two sittings (except for the MBBS program, which requires one sitting). A non-refundable fee of N2,000 is required for the application.
Final admission is determined by an aggregate of the candidate’s UTME/DE score (70%) and their five relevant O’level grades (30%), along with meeting the cut-off marks for their chosen program. Candidates are warned that any falsification of documents will result in immediate disqualification and possible prosecution.
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| University | Kwara State University, Malete (KWASU) |
| Admission Session | 2025/2026 Academic Session |
| Eligibility | UTME/DE candidates with set criteria |
| Fees | A non-refundable fee of Two Thousand Naira (N2,000) |
| Screening Registration Procedure | Detailed on http://portal.kwasu.edu.ng |
| Application Dates | Friday, July 18, 2025, to Sunday, August 17, 2025. |
| Post UTME Date | Kwara State University (KWASU) does not conduct a physical Post-UTME examination. Instead, it conducts an online pre-admission screening. |
| ️ Print Out Requirement | Completed registration form and payment receipt |
| Note | Admission is based on meeting cut-off points and the availability of spaces |
| Contact | Support available via helpdesk@portal.kwasu.edu.ng and phone numbers |
KWASU Invites Two Categories of Candidates
Kwara State University (KWASU) is open to two types of applicants for its admission process:
Candidates who now want to change their first-choice institution to KWASU. If you fall into this category, you must first complete a change of institution on the JAMB portal before you can register for the university’s pre-admission screening.
Candidates who already chose KWASU as their first-choice institution during their UTME registration.
Eligibility Criteria
You must have either an Ordinary National Diploma (OND) with a credit pass or a National Certificate in Education (NCE) with a merit pass, both obtained from a recognized College or Polytechnic; in addition, to qualify for this great opportunity, all candidates must have at least five O’level credits in the required subjects. These credits must be from no more than two examination sittings. If you are still awaiting your O’level results, you can still apply, but your admission will be pending until your results are officially released.
Registration/Screening Fees
You must have either an Ordinary National Diploma (OND) with a credit pass or a National Certificate in Education (NCE) with a merit pass, both obtained from a recognized College or Polytechnic; in addition, a mandatory, non-refundable payment of N2,000 is required from all applicants. This fee is a necessary part of the application process.
2025/2026 Session Pre-Admission Screening Registration Procedure
For a smooth and efficient application process, candidates should adhere to the following steps:
You must have either an Ordinary National Diploma (OND) with a credit pass or a National Certificate in Education (NCE) with a merit pass, both obtained from a recognized College or Polytechnic; in addition, here are the steps for the online application process:
- Go to the official university portal and select the “Click here to apply” option.
- Choose the ‘Undergraduate’ link from the top menu.
- Provide your JAMB Registration Number and click “Continue.”
- Enter your contact details on the basic information page.
- Go to the payment review page and select “Make Payment.”
- Enter your debit card information (Mastercard, Visa, or Verve) and submit.
- Use the OTP code sent to your phone to finish the payment.
- Log in to the portal using your JAMB registration number and surname after your payment is successful.
- Click “Login to dashboard” to complete your registration.
Remember to print the completed registration form and payment receipt for future reference. If any network issues occur during payment, the payment process can be re-queried using the JAMB registration number and phone number.
Deadline: September 29, 2024.
Additional Guidelines and Consequences for Non-Compliance
You must have either an Ordinary National Diploma (OND) with a credit pass or a National Certificate in Education (NCE) with a merit pass, both obtained from a recognized College or Polytechnic; in addition, gaining admission into KWASU depends on meeting the university’s specific cut-off points for UTME/DE and on the number of available spaces within the admission quota approved by the National Universities Commission (NUC). The university has a strict policy against providing false documents, such as citizenship certificates. Any form of falsification will result in disqualification and could lead to legal action.
For Further Enquiries
For any additional questions or updates, candidates are advised to visit www.kwasu.edu.ng or reach out to the university’s helpdesk at helpdesk@portal.kwasu.edu.ng. Telephone contacts are 08136965076, 09067939787, 08155498780, all of which are available for WhatsApp and text messages.
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