UNICROSS Post-UTME & Direct Entry Screening 2025/2026: Eligibility, Cut-Off & How to Apply


Cross River University of Technology (UNICROSS) has announced its Post-UTME and Direct Entry screening exercise for the 2025/2026 academic session. This guide gives you the essentials—cut-off marks, who qualifies, registration process, and tips to enhance your chance of admission.


🎯 Cut-Off Mark & Departmental Benchmark

  • The general UTME cut-off score required is 150 for many courses.
  • Competitive programmes (especially in Engineering, Medical Sciences, Environmental Studies, and some Science & Technology courses) may demand significantly higher scores.

✅ Who Is Eligible

To qualify for the screening, candidates must:

  • Have UNICROSS as their first-choice institution in the UTME registration, or change to it before screening closes.
  • Meet or exceed the UTME cut-off for your course.
  • Possess at least five credit passes in relevant O’Level subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, in not more than two sittings.
  • For Direct Entry applicants: hold recognized qualifications (ND, NCE, HND, or their equivalents) in the relevant field, with acceptable grades.

📝 How to Apply

Here’s a step-by-step outline:

  1. Confirm you meet all eligibility conditions: UTME score, O’Level results, and first-choice institution status.
  2. Complete the registration during the announced screening period.
  3. Pay the prescribed screening/application fee.
  4. Fill out the online form with accurate personal, academic, and course-choice information.
  5. Upload required documents: O’Level result, DE credentials (if applicable), UTME slip, and a recent passport photograph.
  6. Submit the form, then print or save the acknowledgment slip for your records.

⚠ Important Notes & Tips

  • Make sure your O’Level results are uploaded to JAMB CAPS before the deadline; unverified results often lead to disqualifications.
  • Double-check your biodata—name spellings, UTME registration number, course code. Errors here are common pitfalls.
  • If you’re applying for a highly competitive course, aim for a UTME score well above the minimum to improve your selection chances.
  • Apply early—don’t wait until the last minute to avoid slow portal response or payment delays.

❓ FAQ – Quick Answers

Q: What is the minimum UTME score for UNICROSS Post-UTME/DE?
A: Generally, 150, though competitive courses require higher.

Q: Can I apply if I didn’t pick UNICROSS as first choice?
A: Yes—provided you change your institution to UNICROSS before screening registration closes.

Q: How many O’Level credits do I need?
A: At least five, including English and Mathematics, with up to two sittings for most courses.

Q: Is the screening fee refundable?
A: No—fees paid for screening are not refunded.

Q: What about Direct Entry applicants?
A: They can apply if they have valid higher qualifications and meet course-specific requirements.


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