The University of Ilesa (UNILESA), Osun State, has officially opened its Post UTME and Direct Entry admission screening exercise for the 2026/2027 academic session.

Prospective students seeking admission into one of Nigeria's rapidly growing state universities can now begin the application process through the institution's admission portal. The screening exercise covers a wide range of undergraduate programmes across Nursing Sciences, Medical Laboratory Science, Health Sciences, Computing, Law, Agriculture, Sciences, Education, Arts, and Social and Management Sciences.

For candidates searching for information on the UNILESA Post UTME Form 2026/2027, UNILESA Admission Requirements, UNILESA Cut-Off Mark, and How to Apply for UNILESA Admission, this guide contains everything you need to know.

Who Can Apply for UNILESA Post UTME 2026/2027?

The University of Ilesa invites suitably qualified candidates who participated in the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and meet the prescribed admission requirements.

To be eligible, candidates must:

1. Score at least 160 in the 2026 UTME.
2. Select UNILESA as their preferred institution.
3. Possess the required O'Level qualifications.
4. Meet the admission requirements for their chosen course.
5. Be at least 16 years old before the commencement of admission processing.

Candidates who did not initially choose the University of Ilesa as their first-choice institution are required to complete a Change of Institution through JAMB before proceeding with the application.

UNILESA Direct Entry Admission Requirements

Direct Entry applicants are also invited to apply for admission into the 200 Level of their preferred programmes.

Applicants must possess relevant qualifications such as:

1. ND (National Diploma)
2. HND (Higher National Diploma)
3. NCE (Nigeria Certificate in Education)
4. JUPEB
5. IJMB
6. A'Level Certificates
7. Other approved equivalent qualifications

All Direct Entry candidates must equally process their admission through the JAMB Direct Entry platform in addition to the University's screening portal.

General Admission Requirements for UNILESA

Candidates seeking admission into the University of Ilesa must possess:

1. A minimum of five relevant credit passes.
2. Credits obtained in WAEC, NECO, NABTEB, or SAISSCE.
3. Results obtained in not more than two sittings.
4. Appropriate UTME subject combinations for their intended programme.

Applicants are strongly advised to verify the specific O'Level requirements and subject combinations for their chosen course before completing their application, as incorrect combinations may affect admission consideration.

Courses Available for UNILESA Admission 2026/2027

Faculty of Nursing Sciences

1. B.N.Sc. Nursing Science

Faculty of Medical Laboratory Science

1. B.MLS. Medical Laboratory Science

Faculty of Public Health

1. B.Sc. Public Health

Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences

1. B.Sc. Anatomy
2. B.Sc. Physiology
3. B.HIM. Health Information Management
4. B.Rad. Radiography
5. B.DT. Dental Therapy
6. B.Sc. Dental Technology
7. DPT. Physiotherapy
8. O.D. Optometry
9. B.Sc. Pharmacology
10. B.Sc. Human Nutrition and Dietetics
11. B.Sc. Information Technology and Health Informatics

Faculty of Science Laboratory Technology

1. B.Sc. Science Laboratory Technology (Microbiology Technology)
2. B.Sc. Science Laboratory Technology (Biotechnology Technology)
3. B.Sc. Science Laboratory Technology (Biochemistry Technology)
4. B.Sc. Science Laboratory Technology (Chemistry Technology)
5. B.Sc. Science Laboratory Technology (Physics with Electronics Technology)

Faculty of Computing

1. B.Sc. Computer Science
2. B.Sc. Cybersecurity
3. B.Sc. Software Engineering
4. B.Sc. Information and Communication Technology
5. B.Sc. Data Science

Faculty of Arts

1. B.A. History and International Studies
2. B.A. Linguistics
3. B.A. English Language
4. B.A. Music
5. B.A. Arabic Studies
6. B.A. Christian Religious Studies
7. B.A. Islamic Studies
8. B.A. Theatre Arts
9. B.A. Chinese Studies
10. B.A. Modern European Language (French)
11. B.A. Yoruba

Faculty of Sciences

1. B.Sc. Microbiology
2. B.Sc. Biochemistry
3. B.Sc. Industrial Chemistry
4. B.Sc. Mathematics
5. B.Sc. Physics and Electronics
6. B.Sc. Geology and Mining Sciences
7. B.Sc. Brewing Science and Technology
8. B.Sc. Environmental Management and Toxicology
9. B.Sc. Clothing and Textile Design
10. B.Sc. Physics
11. B.Sc. Chemistry
12. B.Sc. Biology

Faculty of Social and Management Sciences

1. B.Sc. Economics
2. B.Sc. Accounting
3. B.Sc. Business Administration
4. B.Sc. Political Science
5. B.Sc. Tourism and Hospitality
6. B.Sc. Transport Planning and Logistics Studies
7. B.Sc. Sociology
8. B.Sc. Criminology and Security Studies
9. B.Sc. Psychology
10. B.Sc. Public Administration
11. B.Sc. Peace and Conflict Studies
12. B.Sc. Library and Information Science
13. B.Sc. Finance
14. B.Sc. Taxation
15. B.Sc. Project Management
16. B.Sc. Social Work
17. B.Sc. Marketing
18. B.Sc. Entrepreneurship
19. B.Sc. Employment Relations and Human Resource Management
20. B.Sc. Geography and Geoinformatics

Faculty of Education

1. B.Sc. Ed. Computer Science Education
2. B.Sc. Ed. Integrated Science
3. B.A. Ed. English Language Education
4. B.Sc. Ed. Political Science Education
5. B.Sc. Ed. Economics Education
6. B.Ed. Social Studies and Civic Education
7. B.Ed. Guidance and Counselling
8. B.Ed. Adult and Continuing Education
9. B.Sc. Ed. Agricultural Science Education
10. B.A. Ed. Music Education
11. B.A. Ed. Business Education
12. B.Ed. Educational Management
13. B.Sc. Ed. Physics Education
14. B.Sc. Ed. Mathematics Education
15. B.Sc. Ed. Chemistry Education
16. B.Ed. Educational Technology
17. B.Ed. Entrepreneurship Education
18. B.A. Ed. Yoruba Education
19. B.Sc. Ed. Health Education
20. B.Sc. Ed. Environmental Education
21. B.Sc. (Ed.) Human Kinetics/Physical Education
22. B.Ed. Early Childhood Education
23. B.Ed. Special Education
24. B.Ed. Library and Information Education

Faculty of Agriculture

1. B.Sc. Agricultural Economics
2. B.Sc. Agribusiness
3. B.Sc. Animal Science
4. B.Sc. Crop Science
5. B.Sc. Soil Science
6. B.Sc. Fisheries and Aquaculture
7. B. Agriculture

Faculty of Law

1. LL.B Law
2. LL.B Common and Islamic Law

How to Apply for UNILESA Post UTME/Direct Entry Form

Eligible candidates should complete their application through the official University of Ilesa admission portal.

Applicants are required to pay a non-refundable screening fee of ₦2,000 through the designated payment platform provided by the University.

Candidates should ensure that all information supplied during registration is accurate and consistent with their academic records.

Important Information for All Applicants

Before submitting your application, note the following:

✔ Ensure all credentials are genuine and verifiable.

✔ Upload the correct O'Level results.

✔ Confirm your UTME subject combination aligns with your chosen programme.

✔ Complete any required JAMB Change of Institution process.

✔ Regularly monitor the admission portal for updates.

✔ Follow only official University admission guidelines.

The University has also cautioned candidates against dealing with unauthorized admission agents or third-party consultants.

Final Thoughts

The commencement of the UNILESA Post UTME and Direct Entry screening exercise presents another opportunity for qualified candidates to secure admission into one of Nigeria's rapidly expanding universities.

With programmes spanning health sciences, law, computing, education, agriculture, arts, sciences, and management disciplines, the University of Ilesa continues to provide quality academic opportunities for students across the country.

Candidates are encouraged to begin their applications early, ensure compliance with all admission requirements, and stay informed through official University communication channels.