IAUE 2026/2027 ADMISSION: POST-UTME & DE SCREENING REGISTRATION BEGINS
The management of *Ignatius Ajuru University of Education (IAUE)*, Rumuolumeni, has officially invited all UTME and Direct Entry (DE) candidates to its 2026/2027 admission screening exercise.
In a significant move following the national JAMB policy meeting, IAUE has maintained an accessible entry barrier, opening its doors to a wide range of aspiring educators and professionals.
I. ELIGIBILITY & KEY DATES
- UTME Cut-Off Mark: 150 and above.
- Open to All: Candidates who did not initially choose IAUE but are willing to change their institution are eligible to apply.
- Portal Opening: Monday, 18th May, 2026.
- Portal Closing: Sunday, 14th June, 2026.
- Registration Fee: ₦2,000.00 only.
II. STEP-BY-STEP REGISTRATION GUIDE
To ensure a seamless and error-free application, follow this official procedure:
- Start Here: Visit the university website at www.iaue.edu.ng.
- Navigation: Go to ADMISSION > Undergraduate Studies > 2026/2027 UTME/DE Screening Registration Portal.
- Account Creation: Enter your JAMB Registration Number.
- First Choice Candidates: Confirm your pre-loaded details and submit your email/phone.
- Change of Institution Candidates: Fill out the registration form completely.
- Credential Check: Check your email for login details. Log in and change your password.
- Payment: Click Pay Screening Fees, generate an invoice, and pay via the Paystack platform.
- Data Update: Click Update Personal Data, fill in all required fields, and submit.
- Final Step: Print your Registration Slip and keep your login details safe.
> CRITICAL NOTE: If you used "Awaiting Result" during JAMB registration, you MUST upload your O’level results on both the JAMB portal and the IAUE portal.
III. THE SCREENING EXERCISE: HYBRID MODE
Unlike previous years, the 2026/2027 exercise will follow a Hybrid Mode. While registration is online, candidates will be invited to the Rumuolumeni campus for:
- O’level/A’level certificate verification.
- Data Screening and Ranking.
- Compulsory Biometric Validation Exercise.
Dates and specific venues for the physical verification will be announced soon.
IV. ADMISSION SUMMARY TABLE
| Feature | Details |
| --- | --- |
| Minimum Score | 150 |
| Registration Period | May 18 – June 14, 2026 |
| Fee | ₦2,000 |
| Mode | Hybrid (Online Reg + Physical Verification) |
| Official Portal | iaue.edu.ng |
V. IMPORTANT WARNINGS & SUPPORT
- Admission is FREE: The university has a zero-tolerance policy for extortion. Report any demand for money to the authorities.
- Data Matching: IAUE will perform a data match with the JAMB database. Any discrepancy may lead to disqualification.
- Technical Support: * Call: 08132205677, 08098344373, or 07061629902.
- Complaints: 08037049620.
- Email: support.admissions@iaue.edu.ng
THE BOTTOM LINE
IAUE remains one of the top choices for those seeking a career in education and beyond. With the portal opening on May 18th, candidates are advised to prepare their documents and ensure their O'level uploads are current on the JAMB CAPS portal.