AMBROSE ALLI UNIVERSITY,EKPOMA (AAUE) RELEASES POST-UTME AND DIRECT ENTRY ADMISSION SCREENING EXERCISE FORM FOR THE 2026/2027 ACADEMIC SESSION

GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENT & CALL FOR APPLICATIONS

The Management of Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, Edo State, hereby brings to the notice of the general public, parents, guardians, and prospective tertiary students nationwide, the official commencement of the sale of undergraduate admission forms for the 2026/2027 Academic Session.

In strict compliance with the statutory guidelines and directives laid down by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) for the 2026 admission calendar, this special release serves as an open invitation to all highly motivated and qualified candidates. If you chose Ambrose Alli University as your First Choice Institution and possess the academic drive to excel, you are hereby invited to apply for admission into our diverse, NUC-accredited undergraduate programmes.

Ambrose Alli University remains a citadel of academic excellence, committed to fostering intellectual growth, research, and character development. We welcome all eligible applicants to take this definitive step toward securing a premium higher education.

TIMELINE, FEES, AND PORTAL DETAILS

To ensure a seamless, transparent, and efficient registration process, the university has automated its admission portal. Applicants must strictly adhere to the following timelines and transactional guidelines:

• Application Commencement Date: Monday, 1st June, 2026

• Application Closing Date (Deadline): Tuesday, 30th June, 2026

• Official Admission Portal: https://aaue.waeup.org/applicants/utme2026

• Application Processing Fee: ₦5,000 (Five Thousand Naira) only.

⚠️ CRITICAL PAYMENT NOTICE: All payments for the 2026/2027 admission screening form must be executed securely online using the Interswitch Quickteller Business Payment platform. The university management will not be held liable for any payments made through unauthorized channels, external links, or unapproved third-party platforms.

Candidates are strongly urged to bookmark and routinely monitor the official university portal for institutional updates, status notifications, and further technical instructions.

MANDATORY ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS & CRITERIA

To be considered for evaluation in the upcoming screening exercise, applicants must meticulously fulfill the following prerequisite conditions. Failure to meet any of these criteria will result in automatic disqualification:

• UTME Participation: Candidates must have actively sat for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) administered by JAMB.

• Institutional Choice: Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, must be explicitly designated as the candidate’s First Choice Institution on the JAMB portal.

• Direct Entry (DE) Applicants: Direct Entry candidates are fully eligible and encouraged to apply, provided they follow the institutional verification channels.

• JAMB CAPS Upload (Strict Deadline): Candidates must upload their verified O’Level (WAEC/NECO/NABTEB) and/or A’Level results onto the JAMB Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS) on or before the close of business on Tuesday, 30th June, 2026.

• Non-Screening Policy: Management categorically states that there will be no physical or computer-based Post-UTME screening examination. The 2026/2027 admission screening will be strictly data-driven, calculated entirely on the basis of the candidate’s official JAMB UTME score alongside their uploaded O’Level/A’Level academic credentials. Consequently, any application lacking uploaded results on JAMB CAPS by the deadline will be rendered invalid and will not be processed.

COMPREHENSIVE DIRECTIVE & WARNING TO APPLICANTS

During the digital registration process, errors can be detrimental to an applicant’s chances. The university senate has directed all candidates to strictly observe the following parameters:

• Full Nomenclature: All names must be keyed into the system in full, exactly as they appear on official academic records (Surname, First Name, and Middle Name). The use of initials is strictly forbidden and will invalidate the application.

• Functional Contact Details: Applicants must supply active, reachable GSM phone numbers and valid, accessible email addresses. These communication channels will be utilized for critical institutional alerts and admission updates.

• Direct Entry Verification: DE applicants must take proactive steps to verify their A’Level certificates/transcripts from their respective awarding institutions via the JAMB e-facility platform. Unverified qualifications will halt the processing of the application.

• Premature Submission & Accuracy: Double-check all entries before clicking submit. Applications must be finalized and submitted prior to the midnight deadline on June 30th, 2026.

• Zero-Tolerance for Academic Fraud: The management of Ambrose Alli University maintains an unyielding stance against forgery. Any applicant who uploads false data, manipulated JAMB scores, or forged O’Level/A’Level credentials will face automatic disqualification, a permanent institutional ban, and potential referral to civil law enforcement agencies.

APPROVED FACULTY & DEPARTMENTAL CUT-OFF MARKS

The Vice-Chancellor, acting on behalf of the University Senate and following rigorous evaluation and recommendations from the University Admissions Board (UAB), has approved the official departmental minimum cut-off marks for the 2026/2027 academic session as outlined below:

A. Faculty of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Food Sciences

• Agricultural Economics — 152 and above

• Animal Science and Food Science — 152 and above

• Soil and Environmental Science — 152 and above

• Crop Science and Agricultural Biotechnology — 152 and above

• Agricultural Extension Management — 152 and above

B. Faculty of Arts

• English — 152 and above

• Modern Languages (French) — 152 and above

• History and International Studies — 152 and above

• Philosophy — 152 and above

• Mass Communication — 200 and above

• Religious Management and Cultural Studies — 152 and above

• Theatre and Media Arts — 168 and above

C. Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences

• Anatomy — 160 and above

• Human Physiology — 160 and above

• Nursing Science — 190 and above

• MBBS (Medicine and Surgery) — To be announced in due course

D. Faculty of Education

• Accounting Education — 152 and above

• Secretarial Education — 152 and above

• English Education — 152 and above

• Biology Education — 152 and above

• Early Childhood Education — 152 and above

• Physics Education — 152 and above

• Mathematics Education — 152 and above

• Social Studies Education — 152 and above

• French Education — 152 and above

• Computer Science Education — 152 and above

• Chemistry Education — 152 and above

• Educational Management — 152 and above

• History Education — 152 and above

• Religious Education — 152 and above

• Economic Education — 152 and above

• Geography Education — 152 and above

• Guidance and Counselling — 152 and above

• Political Science Education — 152 and above

• Health Education — 152 and above

• Human Kinetics Education — 152 and above

• Agricultural Education — 152 and above

• Home Economics Education — 152 and above

• Technology Education — 152 and above

E. Faculty of Engineering and Technology

• Civil Engineering — 160 and above

• Electrical/Electronics Engineering — 160 and above

• Mechanical Engineering — 160 and above

• Industrial and Production Engineering — 152 and above

• Material and Metallurgical Engineering — 152 and above

• Agricultural and Bio-Resources Engineering — 152 and above

F. Faculty of Environmental Studies

• Architecture — 152 and above

• Building — 152 and above

• Fine and Visual Arts — 152 and above

• Geography and Environmental Management — 152 and above

G. Faculty of Life Sciences

• Biochemistry — 160 and above

• Human Nutrition and Dietetics — 160 and above

• Microbiology — 180 and above

• Plant Science and Biotechnology — 152 and above

CONCLUDING SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION

The administrative body reiterates that admission into Ambrose Alli University is highly competitive. Candidates who fail, refuse, or neglect to complete their online application process within the state-mandated window (June 1st to June 30th, 2026) automatically forfeit their eligibility for screening and will lose the opportunity to study at the university for the 2026/2027 academic year.

It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all information provided aligns flawlessly with their official credentials. Secure your future by acting swiftly, accurately, and deliberately.

Signed: Information and Public Relations Division, Office of the Vice-Chancellor, Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Edo State.