Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT) has released the details for its 45th Matriculation Ceremony. This event welcomes new undergraduate and postgraduate students to the university for the 2025/2026 session.
A two-day orientation will take place before the matriculation ceremony. This will help new students learn about the university’s rules, culture, and digital systems.
Approved Fees for Gown Hiring & Packages
During the orientation exercise, students will be issued their matriculation packages and academic gowns. Access to these items is contingent upon the payment of the approved service costs via the university portal.
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Hiring of Academic Gown (Undergraduate): ₦10,000
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Hiring of Academic Gown (Postgraduate): ₦15,000
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Matriculation Packages (All Levels): ₦5,000
Note: Payment must be made through the official portal to ensure your name is captured on the clearance list for gown collection.
Official Schedule of Events
| Event | Date | Time |
| Orientation Exercise (Day 1) | Wednesday, 18th February 2026 | 9:00 AM |
| Orientation Exercise (Day 2) | Thursday, 19th February 2026 | 9:00 AM |
| 45th Matriculation Ceremony | Friday, 20th February 2026 | 10:00 AM |
Step-by-Step Payment Procedure
To streamline the payment process, the university has integrated the “Sundry Fees” module on the student portal. Follow these steps to generate your payment invoice:
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Access the Portal: Visit the official ESUT student portal at portal.esut.edu.ng.
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Generate Invoice: Navigate to the “Sundry Fees” section.
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Select Items: Choose the options for Academic Gown Hiring and Matriculation Packages according to your level (Undergraduate or Postgraduate).
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Print Invoice: Generate and print the payment invoice, which will contain a unique RRR (Remita Retrieval Reference).
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Bank Payment: Proceed to any commercial bank nationwide to make the payment using the generated invoice.
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Receipt Verification: After payment, return to the portal to verify your status and print your official university receipt.
