Abdulsalam Otene
Yobe State University (YSU) has released its official notice for the 2026 Post-UTME/Direct Entry screening exercise. The notice, issued by the university’s Central Admissions Committee, applies to all 2026 UTME/DE candidates who chose YSU as their first choice and met the minimum JAMB score required for their intended course.
This guide breaks down the eligibility criteria, screening dates, required documents, and the full list of cut-off marks by faculty and programme, based on the university’s official announcement.
Who Should Register for This Screening Exercise?
According to the notice, signed by the Registrar, Alh. Isa Audu Dallari, this screening exercise is open to candidates who meet both of the following conditions:
- They selected Yobe State University as their first choice in the 2026 UTME/DE.
- They obtained the minimum JAMB score required for their specific course, as detailed in the cut-off mark table below.
Since cut-off marks vary significantly by programme from as low as 150 to as high as 225, candidates are advised to check the exact requirement for their intended course before assuming they qualify.
Screening Exercise Dates
The Post-UTME/DE screening exercise is scheduled to run from Wednesday, July 8, 2026, to Saturday, August 1, 2026.
Candidates should complete the required steps, including payment and document upload, within this window to avoid missing the exercise.
Steps to Register For The Online POSTUTME
The university has outlined a clear process for all prospective candidates:
- Generate a Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR) number at any cyber café.
- Pay the sum of ₦2,000 (Two Thousand Naira only) through Remita, and print the payment slip. This is the only accepted payment method for this exercise.
- Register online through the Yobe State University portal at yeu.edu.ng/putme.
- Upload the required documents (listed below) to the portal.
It’s worth noting that this process requires a visit to a cyber café or similar facility to generate the RRR before online registration can be completed, so candidates without personal internet access should plan for this step in advance.
Documents Required for Screening
Candidates must upload the following documents to the portal as part of their registration:
- The original UTME result/DE slip
- SSCE result, obtained in not more than two sittings
- Letter of indigene certificate
- HND/NCE/ND/IJMB result, for Direct Entry candidates only
- Primary School Leaving Certificate
- Birth certificate or declaration of age
Candidates should ensure all documents are clear, valid, and correctly labelled before uploading, as incomplete or unclear submissions could delay processing.
Full List of Cut-Off Marks by Faculty
Below is the complete list of minimum JAMB cut-off marks for each programme, as released in the official notice of the school.
College of Medical Sciences
- Anatomy — 170
- Medical Laboratory Science — 200
- Medicine and Surgery — 225
- Nursing Science — 210
- Physiology — 170
- Physiotherapy — 200
- Radiography — 200
Faculty of Agriculture
- Agriculture — 150
- Forestry & Wildlife Resources Management — 150
Faculty of Arts
- Arabic Studies — 150
- English Language — 150
- Hausa — 150
- History — 150
- Islamic Studies — 150
- Linguistics (Arabic) — 150
- Linguistics (English) — 150
- Linguistics (Hausa) — 150
Faculty of Education
- Business Education — 150
- Education and Arabic — 150
- Education and Biology — 150
- Education and Chemistry — 150
- Education and Economics — 150
- Education and English — 150
- Education and Geography — 150
- Education and Hausa — 150
- Education and History — 150
- Education and Islamic Studies — 150
- Education and Mathematics — 150
- Education and Physics — 150
- Library and Information Science — 150
Faculty of Law
- LLB (Law) — 210
- Islamic Law — 180
Faculty of Science
- Biochemistry — 150
- Biology — 170
- Botany — 150
- Chemistry — 150
- Computer Science — 170
- Cyber Security — 170
- Environmental Biology — 150
- Geology — 150
- Information Technology — 150
- Mathematics — 150
- Microbiology — 160
- Physics — 150
- Statistics — 150
- Zoology — 150
Faculty of Social and Management Sciences
- Accounting — 160
- Business Administration — 150
- Criminology and Security Studies — 150
- Economics — 150
- Environmental Standards — 150
- Geography — 150
- Political Science — 150
- Public Administration — 160
- Sociology — 150
Practical Tips for Applicants
- Confirm your JAMB score meets your course’s cut-off mark before starting registration, using the table above.
- Generate your RRR early, since this step requires visiting a cyber café rather than being done entirely from home.
- Keep your Remita payment slip safe you’ll need proof of payment during registration.
- Scan all required documents in advance, ensuring they are clear and legible before uploading.
- Register early within the July 8 to August 1 window rather than waiting until the final days.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the registration fee for YSU Post-UTME/DE screening?
The screening fee is ₦2,000, payable only through Remita after generating an RRR number.
When does the YSU Post-UTME/DE screening exercise take place?
The exercise runs from Wednesday, July 8, 2026, to Saturday, August 1, 2026.
What documents do I need to upload for YSU screening?
You need your UTME result/DE slip, SSCE result (not more than two sittings), letter of indigene certificate, Primary School Leaving Certificate, birth certificate or declaration of age, and for Direct Entry candidates an HND/NCE/ND/IJMB result.
What is the cut-off mark for Medicine and Surgery at YSU?
Medicine and Surgery has a cut-off mark of 225, the highest among the listed programmes.
Can I register for YSU screening if YSU wasn’t my first choice?
No. The notice specifies that only candidates who chose Yobe State University as their first choice are eligible for this screening exercise.
Where do I register for YSU Post-UTME/DE screening?
Registration is done online at yeu.edu.ng/putme, after generating an RRR and completing payment via Remita.
Conclusion
Yobe State University’s Post-UTME/DE screening exercise for 2026 runs from July 8 to August 1, 2026, and is open to candidates who chose YSU as their first choice and met their course’s minimum cut-off mark. The process involves generating a Remita RRR, paying ₦2,000, registering on the university portal, and uploading six required documents.
Cut-off marks vary widely across faculties, so candidates should check their specific course requirement carefully. Given the inconsistency in the UTME result year mentioned in the document checklist, applicants are encouraged to confirm this detail directly with the university before submitting their documents.
