UniAbuja portal: Login, admission, profile, faculties 2026/2027
The University of Abuja is a federal university in the heart of Nigeria. It has been in operation for over three decades and currently has a population of more than 55,000 students. The university has developed robust strategies to maintain its status in Nigeria. If you are interested in joining the institution, check out these details about the UniAbuja portal and how to access it.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
- Key takeaways
- All about the UniAbuja portal
- Is the Uniabuja screening score out?
- How many departments are in UniAbuja?
- Has UniAbuja started giving admission in 2026?
- Has UniAbuja released an admission list?
- Is UniAbuja doing post-UTME or screening?
- How do you get a transcript from the University of Abuja?
- How can you access the NECO result checker?
- Has the University of Abuja started giving admission for 2026/2027?
Key takeaways
- The University of Abuja, also known as Yakubu Gowon University, is a federal university located in Abuja, Nigeria.
- The institution was started in January 1988 as a dual-mode university. It was given the mandate to run conventional and distance learning programmes.
- You can sign in to the UniAbuja portal using your JAMB registration number/Application number/Matric number. Enter your password (your surname) and click "Login to Dashboard".
All about the UniAbuja portal
The UniAbuja admission portal is an integrated system that helps prospective students determine whether they qualify for their dream programmes offered in the university. The portal also allows them to apply for the programmes of their choice online.
An interested applicant is required to apply online through the University of Abuja portal. Logging into the system provides access to the application form. The portal also allows the applicant to remit the application fee electronically. Once the payment is processed, you get access to the portal.
How to log in to the UniAbuja portal
To log in to your UniAbuja student portal, you must provide your JAMB registration number as your application number and your surname as the password. Follow the steps below:
- Visit the university's portal.
- Click on "Portal" on the right side of the page.
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- Sign in using your JAMB registration number/Application number/Matric number.
- Enter your password and click "Login to Dashboard".
Note: For new applications, click the link "Click here to Apply" and follow the procedures indicated. Besides logging in, you can use the UniAbuja portal to check results.
UniAbuja faculties
UniAbuja offers multiple programmes, including pre-bachelor degrees, certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees, bachelor's degrees, master's degrees, and doctorate degrees in various fields. The institution has thirty-two institutes and centres.
Faculty | Number of departments |
Faculty of Art | 3 |
Faculty of Agriculture | 6 |
Faculty of Engineering | 4 |
Faculty of Education | 4 |
Faculty of Law Faculty of Management Science | 4 |
Faculty of Social Sciences | 4 |
Faculty of Science | 4 |
Faculty of Communication and Media Studies | 4 |
Faculty of Environmental Sciences | 4 |
Faculty of Nursing and Allied Health Science | 4 |
Faculty of Pharmaceutical Science | 4 |
Institute of Education | 4 |
College of Health Science | 4 |
UniAbuja admission
If you wish to apply to the University of Abuja, you must meet all faculty and departmental conditions, as detailed below. The requirements differ depending on the academic level.
Undergraduate studies
Below are the general requirements for courses at the 100 level:
- Credit passes in five subjects, including Mathematics and English Language.
- The candidate should have attained the five passes in not more than two sittings.
- Three of the credit passes must be in subjects relevant to the undergraduate course applied for.
- Have an acceptable score in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination conducted by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) and a Post-UTME screening organised by the university.
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Remember to check your JAMB results on the JAMB portal. After ascertaining that you meet the requirements, you can proceed to the UniAbuja admission portal to fill out the application form.
Postgraduate studies
The UniAbuja admission requirements for postgraduate courses are:
- Bachelor's Degree and a Higher National Diploma.
- Students should have attained credit passes in five subjects, including Mathematics and English Language, at the ordinary level.
- The applicant should have achieved the credit scores in not more than two sittings.
Check for more requirements at the UniAbuja postgraduate portal. You can check the University of Abuja postgraduate courses and fees from the university website.
Admission requirements for PhD
For admission into any UniAbuja PhD programme:
- The applicant must have attained a weighted average score of 60% or a B grade in the master's degree relevant to the field in which they wish to pursue their PhD.
- Have five credit passes in Mathematics and English Language at the ordinary level.
- The candidate should have attained the credit scores in not more than two sittings.
Institute of Education (IOE)
This is popularly known as the sandwich programme. It is a part-time programme designed for teachers who have studied NCE to help them attain a degree.
This programme does not require Post UTME and JAMB qualifications. UniAbuja admission into the Institute of Education at the 100 level has the requirements given below:
- Credit passes in five subjects, including Mathematics and English Language, at the ordinary level.
- The student should have attained the grade in not more than two sittings.
- Have achieved at least three credit passes in subjects relevant to the course they applied for.
Distance learning
The Centre for Distance Learning and Continuing Education (CDL&CE) favours individuals who intend to obtain a degree while working. Admission to the CDL&CE degree courses does not require Post-UTME or JAMB qualifications.
The UniAbuja admission requirements into CDL&CE at the 100 level are:
- Five credit passes in five subjects, including Mathematics and English Language, at the ordinary level.
- Must have attained this grade in not more than two sittings.
- Must have achieved three credit passes in subjects relevant to the course they are applying for.
To apply for admission, follow the steps below;
- Visit the UniAbuja CDL student portal.
- Fill your Biodata thus: (Surname, First name, Other names, Email, and Phone Number).
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- On the payment preview page, click on Generate RRR.
- Click make payment and you will be redirected to the remita platform, enter your card details (Master Card or Visa Card).
- When the payment is successful, you will be redirected to the portal and receive the application number.
- You will be logged out and after clicking "Main Login", enter the generated application number and surname as your password to continue your application process.
How to register for UniAbuja Post-UTME
When the Post-UTME form is available, please follow the steps below to register.
- Visit the UNIABUJA Portal and click on “click here to apply”.
- Select undergraduate on the left side.
- Enter your JAMB registration number and click on “get details”.
- Fill in the required information page using a valid phone number and email address, then click next.
- Pay the sum of N2000 for the screening.
- On the payment review page, click on Generate RRR to proceed.
- You will be redirected to the Remita payment page. Enter your credit or debit card details and submit.
- Enter the OTP code sent to your phone and complete the payment.
- After payment, log in using your JAMB registration number as the username and surname as the password.
- Complete your registration and print the registration form and payment receipt.
UniAbuja portal result checker
The UniAbuja result portal is an ideal platform to check your post-UTME results. Follow the steps below:
- Visit the UniAbuja result-checking portal.
- Input your JAMB Registration Number. Your UniAbuja result checking portal login password is your surname. Enter your details in the required fields.
- Click the “Login” button to access your account and view your UNIABUJA Post-UTME score.
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Is the Uniabuja screening score out?
The University of Abuja post-UTME screening results for the 2025/2026 academic session have been released. Candidates who registered can check the results on the official portal.
How many departments are in UniAbuja?
The institution comprises 14 faculties and 53 departments as of March 2025. Each faculty consists of four departments, except the Faculty of Arts, which has three departments, and the Faculty of Agriculture, which comprises six departments.
Has UniAbuja started giving admission in 2026?
UniAbuja has not begun admitting undergraduate students for the 2026 academic period. Only post-graduate and distance learning registrations and applications are available.
Has UniAbuja released an admission list?
The University of Abuja released a provisional admission list for the 2026 academic session.
Is UniAbuja doing post-UTME or screening?
UniAbuja conducts post-UTME screening for its admission process.
How do you get a transcript from the University of Abuja?
Visit the University of Abuja transcript portal and apply for your transcript. Follow the steps and fill in the required details as instructed.
How can you access the NECO result checker?
The National Examination Council has a results checker portal. Select your examination type, and enter your token and registration number to check your results.
Has the University of Abuja started giving admission for 2026/2027?
The University of Abuja has not yet started giving admissions for the 2026/2027 academic session. It is worth noting that the admission process for the 2025/2026 session is concluding.
If you are looking to pursue a course or further your studies, the University of Abuja is one of the institutions to consider. It offers a broad scope of programmes at different academic levels. The UniAbuja portal is user-friendly and enables learners to apply directly to the programmes.
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