The management of PLATEAU STATE UNIVERSITY, BOKKOS (PLASU) has officially released the 2026/2027 Post-UTME and Direct Entry (DE) Screening Form for candidates seeking admission into the University's undergraduate programmes.
The online screening exercise is open to qualified UTME and Direct Entry applicants who selected PLASU as their first-choice institution during the 2026 JAMB admission exercise. The online registration and screening process commenced on Tuesday, 14th July, 2026, while the screening exercise officially began on Wednesday, 15th July, 2026.
Eligibility Criteria
The screening exercise is open to the following categories of candidates:
UTME Candidates
Applicants must:
- Choose Plateau State University, Bokkos as their first-choice institution in the 2026 UTME.
- Score a minimum of 160 in the 2026 UTME.
- Meet the departmental cut-off mark for their preferred programme.
Departmental Cut-Off Marks
The University has approved the following minimum UTME scores:
- Law – 200
- Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) – 200
- Nursing Science – 200
- Pharmacy – 190
- Medical Laboratory Science – 190
- All Other Programmes – 160
Direct Entry Candidates
Candidates applying through Direct Entry must have selected PLASU as their first-choice institution and possess any of the following qualifications:
- First Degree
- Higher National Diploma (HND)
- National Diploma (ND) with at least Lower Credit
- Nigerian Certificate in Education (NCE) with a minimum of Merit
- IJMB or JUPEB with at least six (6) points
Newly Introduced Degree Programmes
Candidates may also apply for admission into the University's newly approved programmes after processing a change of course through JAMB.
Faculty of Computing
- B.Sc. Cyber Security
- B.Sc. Data Science
Faculty of Education
- B.Sc.Ed. Economics Education
- B.Ed. Education Management
- B.Ed. Guidance and Counselling
- B.Ed. Early Childhood Education
- B.Sc.Ed. Social Studies and Civic Education
Faculty of Environmental Sciences
- B.Sc. Quantity Surveying
Faculty of Mass Communication
- B.Sc. Broadcasting
- B.Sc. Development and Communication Studies
- B.Sc. Journalism and Media Studies
- B.Sc. Strategic Communication
Faculty of Medical Sciences
- Doctor of Physiotherapy (D.PT)
- B.Sc. Nutrition and Dietetics
- Doctor of Optometry (O.D.)
- Bachelor of Radiography (B.Rad.)
Registration Period
Candidates are expected to complete their registration within the approved application window.
- Opening Date: Tuesday, 14th July, 2026
- Closing Date: Sunday, 20th September, 2026
How to Apply
Eligible candidates should follow these steps:
- Visit the official screening portal: https://postutme.plasu.edu.ng
- Click "New Applicant – Apply Here."
- Enter your JAMB Registration Number.
- Complete the registration form using a valid email address and active phone number.
- Verify your email address through the activation link sent to your inbox.
- Log in to your account.
- Generate your Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR) and pay the prescribed screening fee.
- Upload your passport photograph and signature.
- Enter your O'Level results (maximum of two sittings).
- Provide your scratch card details for online result verification.
- Complete your biodata and upload the required documents.
- Review all information before submitting your application.
- Print your application slip, payment receipts, and screening summary.
Required Documents
Applicants should upload the following documents during registration:
- O'Level Result(s)
- Certificate or Letter of Indigene
- Birth Certificate or Declaration of Age
- Passport Photograph
- Signature
Important Information
Candidates should note the following:
- Only candidates who selected PLASU as their first-choice institution are eligible.
- Candidates wishing to change institution or course must do so through the JAMB portal before completing the PLASU application.
- O'Level results must be uploaded to the JAMB CAPS portal.
- Candidates offered admission must accept their admission on JAMB CAPS within two weeks.
- Submission of false information or forged documents will lead to immediate disqualification.
- The University reserves the right to verify all submitted credentials.
Technical Support
Applicants experiencing technical difficulties during registration can visit:
- ICT Directorate, Plateau State University, Bokkos, or
- ICT Directorate Extended Support Office, Obasanjo Model School, beside NITEL Office, adjacent to Plateau State Polytechnic Campus, Jos.
Fraud Warning
The University has warned candidates and the general public to beware of fraudsters posing as admission agents.
PLASU emphasized that admission into the University is processed strictly through the University and the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB). No individual or third party has been authorized to secure admission on behalf of the institution.
Final Note
The management of PLATEAU STATE UNIVERSITY, BOKKOS (PLASU) encourages all qualified UTME and Direct Entry candidates to complete their online screening registration before Sunday, 20th September, 2026.
Applicants should ensure they meet the required cut-off mark for their chosen programme, upload all necessary documents correctly, and provide accurate information throughout the application process to enhance their chances of gaining admission into the 2026/2027 academic session.