LAGOS STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENDS 2026/2027 DIRECT ENTRY ADMISSION SCREENING DEADLINE
The management of Lagos State University (LASU) has announced an extension of the online admission screening exercise for Direct Entry (DE) candidates for the 2026/2027 academic session.
The extension, approved by the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Ayodeji Olawunmi Badejo, FCASSON, FAPROCON, MNAE, is intended to give eligible candidates who have yet to complete their screening additional time to do so.
The extension also covers students of the Lagos State University School of Basic and Advanced Studies participating in the Joint Universities Preliminary Examinations Board (JUPEB) programme.
New LASU Direct Entry Screening Deadline
According to the university's announcement, the online screening exercise will now close at 12:00 midnight on Sunday, October 11, 2026.
All affected Direct Entry candidates, including eligible Lagos State University JUPEB students, are advised to complete their screening before the revised deadline.
Who Is Eligible for the Extension?
The extension applies to the following categories of candidates:
- Direct Entry candidates seeking admission into Lagos State University for the 2026/2027 academic session.
- Lagos State University School of Basic and Advanced Studies students under the JUPEB programme who have yet to complete the screening exercise.
Candidates who have not completed the required online screening procedures should take advantage of the additional time to finalise their applications.
No Further Extension Expected
The university has advised affected candidates to use the extension wisely, noting that there will be no further extensions.
Candidates are therefore encouraged to complete their screening well before the deadline to avoid missing the opportunity to participate in the admission exercise.
Applicants should also ensure that they provide accurate information and complete all required steps on the official university admission portal.
Conclusion
The extension of the Lagos State University 2026/2027 Direct Entry admission screening deadline provides additional time for eligible candidates, including JUPEB students, who have yet to complete their online screening.
All affected applicants are advised to complete the process on or before midnight on Sunday, October 11, 2026, as the university has indicated that no further extension will be granted.