The management of the University of Ibadan hereby informs all candidates who have been offered provisional admission into the institution for the 2025/2026 academic session that the Physical Admission Clearance Exercise has been scheduled to run as follows:

Start Date: Monday, March 23, 2026

End Date: Friday, March 27, 2026

All admitted candidates are expected to appear in person at their designated venues according to the official schedule.

Purpose of the Physical Clearance Exercise

The physical clearance exercise is a critical verification stage in the admission process. It is designed to:

Authenticate candidates’ academic and personal credentials

Confirm eligibility for admission

Finalize institutional records

Issue official Letters of Certification of Admission to successfully cleared students

Failure to attend or complete this process may jeopardize your admission status.

Complete List of Required Documents

All candidates must come along with original copies and photocopies of the following documents:

Mandatory Documents

  1. FORM B003 (duly completed – available on the University of Ibadan website)
  2. Admission Letter (Institutional Copy) – must be printed in colour
  3. JAMB Result Slip
  4. O’Level Result Slip (WAEC/NECO/NABTEB as applicable)

Additional Academic Credentials (Where Applicable)

  1. A/Level (Cambridge)
  2. NCE Certificate
  3. OND/HND Certificate
  4. First Degree Certificate

Special Requirements

  1. HND/University Graduates: NYSC Certificate or Exemption Certificate
  2. Direct Entry Candidates: JAMB Acknowledgment Slip

Other Supporting Documents

  1. Two (2) Reference Letters from reputable individuals (on official letterhead, addressed to the Registrar)
  2. Birth Certificate
  3. Two (2) recent passport photographs
  4. A file and tags for document organization

Important Instructions for Candidates

  1. Ensure all documents are complete, accurate, and properly arranged
  2. Bring both original and photocopies of each document
  3. Arrive on time and attend only on your scheduled date
  4. Follow all instructions given by clearance officers at the venue
  5. Dress appropriately and maintain professionalism throughout the exercise

Why You Must Not Miss This Exercise

The physical clearance is non-negotiable. Only candidates who successfully complete this process will:

  1. Be officially recognized as students of the university
  2. Receive their Certification of Admission
  3. Proceed with further registration processes

Missing the exercise could result in loss of admission, regardless of prior acceptance.

All newly admitted students are strongly advised to prepare early, verify their documents, and strictly adhere to the provided schedule. This is a crucial step toward fully securing your admission into University of Ibadan, Nigeria’s premier university.

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