Things To Do Before Going For Post-UTME/Screening

Post- UTME/Screening Requirements

Experience has shown that many candidates often get confused about this. Your school may have already listed these items on their portal, news, or other channels, but if you’re not paying attention, you might miss the information.

Here is the fastest way to find out what you need to bring to the school for post-UTME/Screening.

1. Check Your Post-UTME Screening Slip

In most universities, polytechnics, colleges of nursing, and colleges of education, once candidates print their application acknowledgment slips (proof of online registration), they will find on the paper what they are required to bring to the exams hall or screening centers.

If the date of the exams/screening is written on that paper, still look below it to find any possible things your school may demand for the exercise.

2. Read the Post-UTME/Screening Adverts Again

Normally, some schools will provide detailed information in the post-UTME/screening adverts published on their websites or admission portals about what candidates should bring along for the exercise.

When candidates first check the advert, what they mainly look for are the application procedures, prices, and closing dates. They may not pay much attention to the items required on the days of post-UTMEs/screening exercises.

Right now, you should go back to that page and check if they listed any items required for the exam.

3. Follow the News Board on Your School’s Portal

Sometimes, a few schools update their school or admission portals after the Post UTME/screening registrations have closed. They do this to inform their aspirants about what they should bring along for the exams or physical screenings.

It’s a good idea to bookmark your school’s portal and check it frequently as the exam date approaches. This way, you’ll know if the school has any special requirements for that day.

4. Keep Your Mobile Phone Active

There are enough references to suggest that some schools not only send updates on exam dates to their applicants via SMS but also provide a list of items they should bring along

However, based on the history of the polytechnic screening, it’s essential to bring all your credentials on the day of the screening. These may include local government identification, O’level/A’level results, JAMB registration slip/Change of Institution and course slip, JAMB results, etc.

5. Talk To An Existing Student Of The School

This is very important especially for students in their year one, friends and families already attending your desired institution can be a good source of information on this.

Many schools use the same admission methods year after year, and they are not likely to change them soon. If you have a sibling already studying on the same campus, talking to them might be helpful. They could remember what the school asked for last year, which could save you from unwanted stress.

What to Take Along for the Paper or Computer-Based Exams

Post UTME form payment receipt
Online Post UTME registration slip or evidence of completed registration
Post-UTME exam slip (if different from the number 2)
Writing Materials e.g. pen, pencil. These will come in handy if the exam is paper and pencil and if CBT, you may need them to write your names and mark your attendance.