Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria has announced the opening of the second phase of its 2026/2027 Post-UTME and Direct Entry screening registration for candidates seeking admission into the university.
The second phase is particularly important for candidates who did not register during the earlier screening period, as well as applicants who were unable to complete their registration because of issues relating to their O’Level results. According to the university’s September 26, 2026 bulletin, the second phase follows the release of the 2026 NECO results.
ABU Second Phase Post-UTME Registration Dates
The second phase of the ABU 2026/2027 Post-UTME and Direct Entry registration will run from:
Monday, September 28 to Wednesday, September 30, 2026.
Candidates who fall within the affected categories are expected to complete their registration during this period. The university has indicated that the admission process will begin after the second-phase registration window closes.
Because the registration period is only three days, candidates should not wait until the final day before attempting to complete their forms.
Who Should Register During the Second Phase?
The second phase is relevant to candidates who applied for admission to ABU for the 2026/2027 academic session but did not complete the Post-UTME or Direct Entry screening registration.
It also covers candidates who started the registration process but could not complete it because their O’Level results were not yet available or there were deficiencies in the O’Level information required during registration.
The university has advised such candidates to return to the registration portal and complete the outstanding parts of their application.
ABU Post-UTME Registration Is Mandatory
Candidates should understand that simply choosing Ahmadu Bello University during JAMB registration does not complete the university’s admission process.
ABU has stated that registration for the Post-UTME screening is mandatory for both UTME and Direct Entry candidates. Candidates who fail to register for the screening exercise will not be considered for admission into the university.
This makes the second phase especially important for applicants who missed the earlier registration period.
What Should Candidates Do About O’Level Results?
O’Level results are an important part of the 2026/2027 admission process.
ABU stated that candidates must enter their O’Level information correctly during registration and upload clear copies of their results. The university will use the O’Level results as part of the admission assessment for UTME candidates.
Candidates who recently received their NECO results can therefore use the second registration phase to update or complete their O’Level information where necessary.
Applicants should carefully check every grade before submitting the form. Incorrect entries can create problems during admission processing.
Check JAMB CAPS Before Admission
Candidates should also check their JAMB profile to confirm that their O’Level results have been uploaded.
ABU has specifically advised applicants to check their JAMB CAPS/e-Facility and make sure the required O’Level result is available there. The university warned that admission cannot be processed on JAMB CAPS where the required O’Level result has not been uploaded.
Therefore, completing the ABU screening form should not be treated as the final step. Candidates should also make sure their JAMB records are properly updated.
What About Candidates Who Already Registered?
Candidates who successfully registered and were screened before September 10, 2026 can check their aggregate results through the ABU portal.
The university stated that candidates who registered after September 10 will have their results released as part of the second batch in due course.
This means candidates should not assume that a missing aggregate result necessarily indicates a problem with their application. The timing of their registration is relevant to when their result is expected to appear.
How to Access the ABU Post-UTME Portal
Candidates can access the ABU Post-UTME portal through the university’s official online system.
The ABU portal currently instructs Post-UTME candidates to log in using their JAMB registration number and state of origin as their username and password. It also instructs candidates to enter and upload their O’Level or A-Level results where applicable.
Candidates should use only the university’s official portal when completing the registration.
Official ABU Post-UTME Portal: ABU Post-UTME Registration Portal
Simple Steps to Complete the Registration
Candidates who need to register or complete their application should follow the instructions displayed on the official ABU portal.
First, visit the ABU Post-UTME registration portal and log in using the required JAMB information.
Next, review the information already attached to your application and complete any outstanding sections.
If your O’Level results were previously unavailable, enter the newly available results and upload clear copies as required.
Before submitting the application, carefully check your personal details, JAMB information and examination results.
Finally, complete the registration process and keep evidence of your application for future reference.
The university’s portal also states that candidates should ensure they have entered and uploaded their O’Level/A-Level results, as applicable.
Important Dates for ABU Applicants
For quick reference, candidates should keep these dates in mind:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Second-phase registration begins | September 28, 2026 |
| Second-phase registration closes | September 30, 2026 |
| Second phase | Post-UTME and Direct Entry |
| First-phase aggregate results | Available on ABU portal |
| Candidates registered after Sept. 10 | Results to be released with second batch |
The second-phase dates were announced in an ABU Special Bulletin dated September 26, 2026 and signed by the university’s Registrar, Rabiu Samaila.
What Candidates Should Check Before the Deadline
Candidates should avoid last-minute registration problems by checking the following:
- Confirm that your JAMB registration details are correct.
- Complete the ABU Post-UTME or Direct Entry registration.
- Enter your O’Level results correctly.
- Upload clear copies of your required results.
- Check your JAMB CAPS/e-Facility.
- Confirm that your O’Level result has been uploaded to JAMB.
- Keep evidence of your completed registration.
- Check the ABU portal regularly for further admission updates.
If you experienced an O’Level deficiency during the earlier registration period, the second phase provides an opportunity to return to the portal and complete the registration.
ABU Contact Numbers for Enquiries
For questions relating to the second-phase screening exercise, ABU provided the following contact numbers:
07076806821
08111465297
09020017135
Candidates should use these contacts for genuine university-related enquiries rather than relying on unofficial agents or social media claims.
Final Note for ABU Candidates
The ABU 2026/2027 second-phase Post-UTME and Direct Entry registration is a short window running from September 28 to September 30, 2026. Candidates who have not registered, or who could not complete their registration because of O’Level issues, should use the period to complete the outstanding requirements.
Applicants should also remember that having the correct O’Level information on both the ABU portal and JAMB CAPS is important for admission processing. ABU has made it clear that candidates who fail to register for the screening exercise will not be considered for admission.
For the most reliable information, candidates should monitor the official ABU website and Post-UTME portal for any further announcement.