Borno State University (BOSU), Maiduguri, has officially announced the commencement of its Post-UTME and Direct Entry (DE) screening exercise for the 2025/2026 academic session. The screening is for suitably qualified candidates seeking admission into the university’s various undergraduate programmes.
If you selected BOSU as your first choice in the 2025 UTME, scored the required cut-off mark for your chosen programme, and meet the other admission requirements, you are invited to apply for the Borno State University Post-UTME Form 2025/2026. Direct Entry candidates with the necessary qualifications are also encouraged to apply.
The application process is conducted entirely online through the university’s official portal, making it convenient for candidates to register from any location. The screening exercise will be open for a limited time only, so early registration is strongly advised.
In this post, you will find all the details you need to successfully complete your application, including the eligibility criteria for BOSU Post UTME Form 2025, payment instructions, step-by-step application guide, registration dates, and other important guidelines.
How Much is the BOSU Post-UTME Form?
The Borno State University Post-UTME screening form for the 2025/2026 academic session costs ₦2,000 (Two Thousand Naira Only).
Candidates can make payment online through the university portal or at any commercial bank branch in Nigeria using the Remita platform. If you’re interested in applying, read further to see the detailed payment instructions and the step-by-step guide on how to apply for the BOSU Post-UTME screening.
Eligibility Requirements Borno State University Post-UTME Screening 2025/2026
Admission into Borno State University (BOSU) is strictly based on merit. This means you must meet all the admission requirements before you can be considered. Below are the detailed requirements for the 2025/2026 Post-UTME/Direct Entry screening:-
For UTME Candidates
- You must have scored at least the approved minimum cut-off mark for your chosen programme in the 2025 UTME.
- You must have written the correct subject combination for your intended course during the UTME.
- You must have at least five (5) credit passes in subjects relevant to your chosen course, including English Language and Mathematics. These credits must be obtained in no more than two sittings in examinations such as WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB.
For Direct Entry (DE) Candidates
- A minimum of 9 points in the Interim Joint Matriculation Board (IJMB) examination.
- At least Merit or Lower Credit in your National Certificate in Education (NCE), National Diploma (ND), or Higher National Diploma (HND).
- If you already hold a university degree, you must have at least a Second Class Lower division.
All applicants must ensure that their O’Level results (and A’Level results for DE candidates) are uploaded on the JAMB CAPS portal. Failure to do this means you will not be considered for admission.
How to Apply for BOSU Post-UTME/DE Screening
If you have confirmed that you meet all the admission requirements for Borno State University (BOSU), you can now proceed with your application. Follow the steps below carefully:
- Go to the university’s official admission portal: https://www.bosu.edu.ng. This is the only approved website for the application.
- Use your UTME or Direct Entry Registration Number as both your username and password to log in. This will open your application dashboard.
- On your dashboard, click the option to generate a Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR) code. This code is unique to your application and will be used to make your payment.
- The screening form costs ₦2,000 only. You can pay in two ways:-
- Online: Using your ATM card or internet banking via the Remita payment gateway.
- Bank Payment: Take your RRR code to any commercial bank branch in Nigeria and make the payment over the counter. Keep your payment receipt safe.
- After payment is confirmed, return to the BOSU portal and fill in all the required details—this includes your personal information, UTME details, and academic qualifications. Ensure everything is correct before moving on.
- Scan and upload clear copies of your required documents, including:
- O’Level results (WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB)
- A’Level or equivalent results (for DE applicants)
- Go through your application to ensure all the details are accurate and documents are properly uploaded. Once you are sure everything is correct, click Submit.
- After submission, print out your acknowledgment slip. You will need this for reference during the admission process.
The online registration for the Borno State University (BOSU) 2025/2026 Post-UTME/DE screening will be open for a limited time only.
- Opening Date: Monday, 11th August 2025
- Closing Date: Sunday, 31st August 2025
All interested candidates are strongly advised to complete their application before the closing date. Once the portal shuts down, late applications will not be accepted under any circumstances.
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