JAMB 2025: “Is It Every University That Conducts Post-UTME, and How Is It Like?” — Aisha Asks

A candidate, Aisha, has raised a very important question that many students preparing for admission are also asking:

“Is it every university that conducts Post-UTME, and how is it like?”

As candidates begin to plan their next steps after writing the UTME, understanding how Post-UTME works is very important.

Does Every University Conduct Post-UTME?

No, not every university conducts a physical Post-UTME exam.
Here’s how it usually works:

• Some universities conduct a Post-UTME screening exam, where you go to the school and write another test after JAMB.
• Some universities only do a screening exercise without an exam. They will check your JAMB score and O’level results (WAEC, NECO) and use that to calculate your admission chances.
• A few universities combine both — a test and document screening.

It depends on the school.
Popular universities like UNILAG, UNIBEN, UNILORIN, UI, and OAU usually conduct full Post-UTME exams.
Others like LASU and some private universities may just do screening without a test.

What Is Post-UTME Like?

When a school conducts a Post-UTME exam:

• It is usually computer-based (CBT) just like JAMB.
• The subjects you’ll answer depend on the course you applied for.
  (Example: A Medicine applicant may write English, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.)
• Questions are simpler and fewer than JAMB — maybe 40 to 60 questions.
• Speed and accuracy are very important because the time is usually short.

When it is just a screening (no exam):

• You simply upload your O’level results.
• The school will calculate your aggregate score based on your JAMB and WAEC/NECO grades.

Important Tip for Aisha and Other Candidates

• Always check your school’s admission portal after JAMB results are out to know if they will conduct Post-UTME or screening.
• Prepare early, especially for schools known to conduct exams.

Final Words

Aisha’s question shows that preparing for Post-UTME is not just about studying — it’s also about knowing the process of each school.
Stay alert, follow your school’s announcements, and get ready for the next step toward admission.

Good luck to everyone! Your journey is just beginning.