The University of Medical Sciences, UNIMED, Ondo City, Ondo State, has officially opened its Post UTME and Direct Entry admission screening exercise for the 2026/2027 academic session.
Interested and qualified candidates are invited to apply for undergraduate admission into the university’s various faculties and programmes. UNIMED remains the first specialised medical and health sciences university in West Africa and continues to attract thousands of admission seekers yearly because of its academic excellence and stable academic calendar.
If you are seeking admission into a medical, health science, nursing, pharmacy, rehabilitation, public health, or science-related programme, this guide contains everything you need to know about the UNIMED admission screening process, eligibility requirements, available courses, application procedure, screening schedule, and important instructions.
Is UNIMED Post UTME Form for 2026/2027 Out?
Yes.
The University of Medical Sciences (UNIMED), Ondo State, has commenced the sale of Post UTME and Direct Entry forms for the 2026/2027 academic session.
Eligible candidates who meet the admission requirements can now proceed with their registration through the university’s official admission portal.
UNIMED Ranking Details
UNIMED gave its 2025 NUC Ranking details as part of the admission notice.
The ranking placed the university first among Ondo State-owned universities, second among all public and private universities in Ondo State, fourth among all state-owned universities in Nigeria and nineteenth among Nigerian universities.
The school also stated that it has kept a stable, uninterrupted academic calendar over the years.
Courses Available At UNIMED
UNIMED has listed courses across clinical sciences, dental sciences, pharmacy, rehabilitation, nursing, allied health, basic medical sciences, science and public health.
Faculty Of Clinical Sciences
Medicine and Surgery
Faculty Of Dental Sciences
Dentistry
Dental Therapy
Dental Technology
Faculty Of Pharmacy
Doctor of Pharmacy
Faculty Of Medical Rehabilitation
Doctor of Physiotherapy
Prosthetics and Orthotics
Audiology
Occupational Therapy
Speech Language Therapy
Faculty Of Nursing Science
Nursing Science
Faculty Of Allied Health Sciences
Medical Laboratory Science
Radiography and Radiation Science
Human Nutrition and Dietics
Health Information Management
Complementary and Alternative Medicine
Health Care Administration and Hospital Management
Faculty Of Basic Clinical Sciences
Pharmacology
Faculty Of Basic Medical Sciences
Anatomy, with options in Forensic Science, Human and Medical Genetics and Mortuary Science
Neuroscience
Biochemistry
Physiology
Faculty Of Science
Animal and Environmental Biology, with an option in Cell Biology and Genetics
Biotechnology
Environmental Management and Toxicology
Information Technology
Medical Physics
Medicinal Chemistry
Microbiology
Plant Biology and Biotechnology
Science Laboratory Technology, with options in Biochemistry Technology, Biology and Computational Biology Technology, Chemistry Technology and Microbiology Technology
School Of Public Health
Community Health Science
Environmental Health Science
Who Can Apply For UNIMED Post UTME?
Candidates who chose Ondo State University of Medical Sciences as their most preferred first choice in the 2026 UTME and scored 150 or above can apply for the Post UTME screening.
Candidates who did not choose UNIMED can also apply if they are ready to change to the university as their most preferred first choice.
That change must match the admission route before screening.
UNIMED Cut-Off Mark for 2026/2027 Admission
The minimum score required for participation in the admission screening exercise is 150.
Candidates who scored 150 and above in the 2026 UTME are eligible to apply, subject to meeting other admission requirements.
JAMB Subject Combination
All courses across the listed faculties require the same UTME subject combination.
Candidates need English Language, Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
This applies to the courses listed for the 2026/2027 admission exercise.
O’Level Requirements For UTME And Direct Entry
Candidates seeking admission into 100 level and 200 level must have at least five credit passes in WAEC, NECO or GCE.
The required subjects are Mathematics, English Language, Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
Candidates must get the credits at no more than two sittings, subject to the rule set by the relevant department.
For Medicine and Surgery, Dentistry and Doctor of Physiotherapy, the five O’Level credits must come from one sitting only.
Direct Entry Requirements
Direct Entry candidates who have applied through JAMB and selected UNIMED as their most preferred first choice can apply for the screening exercise.
Those who are willing to change to UNIMED as their most preferred first choice can also take part.
Direct Entry applicants may use A’Level results such as Cambridge, JUPEB or IJMB with at least 10 points.
ND, HND or degree holders may also apply for Direct Entry into 200 level.
Degree holders must have at least second-class lower, also written as 2:2 and all candidates must meet the O’Level rules for the faculty or department they choose.
Transcript Rule For Direct Entry Candidates
Direct Entry candidates must request their official academic transcripts from their former school.
The transcript must go directly to the Office of the Registrar, University of Medical Sciences, Laje Road Campus, Ondo City, Ondo State.
An advance copy or electronic copy may also be sent to transcripts@unimed.edu.ng before the Post UTME screening date.
UNIMED states that Direct Entry applicants will not be considered for admission without submission of official academic transcripts to the Registrar’s office or the transcript email before the screening date.
How To Apply For UNIMED Post UTME Screening
Eligible candidates should visit the UNIMED official website to begin the application.
The payment and application process runs through the university website only.
Candidates should not pay into any unauthorised account.
To apply, candidates should:
Visit the UNIMED website.
Click “Admission”.
Click “Post-UTME” to open the Post UTME portal.
Click UNIMED Post UTME payment portal.
Pay through the online payment system with a VISA or MasterCard.
Print the payment receipt after payment.
Return to the Post UTME portal.
Click the application portal.
Log in with the 2026 JAMB registration number and Payment Transaction ID password.
Complete the Post UTME registration.
UNIMED stated that Verve cards are not allowed for the payment.
UNIMED Post UTME Screening Date And Format
The 2026 Post UTME screening exercise will hold from Monday, 3 August to Friday, 7 August 2026.
The screening will be both virtual and on-site.
UNIMED will send the venue and other screening details to validly registered candidates through their individual portals on the university website before the stated dates.
Candidates are advised to complete their registration early and regularly check their admission portal for updates.
Age Rule And Screening Items
Only candidates who will be at least 16 years old by 30 September 2026 can apply for the Post UTME screening exercise.
Applicants who are already matriculated students of any university, including UNIMED and have not graduated must state this during registration.
Candidates must bring these items to the screening venue:
Printed copy of the 2026 UTME Notification of Results Slip
2026 Direct Entry Registration Slip, for Direct Entry candidates
Printed copy of the completed 2026 Post UTME Screening Slip
Any UTME or Direct Entry candidate who fails to present himself or herself for the 2026 Post UTME screening exercise will not be considered for admission.
Enquiries And Clarifications
For more information, candidates may send an email to admissions@unimed.edu.ng or call:
+234 705 121 2222
+234 813 551 3654
For physical clarification on admission, candidates may visit the Admissions Unit, Academic Affairs Office, behind the Vice-Chancellor’s Office Building, UNIMED, Laje Road Campus, Ondo State, Nigeria.
Admission Disclaimer
UNIMED stated that it does not have admission agents within or outside the campus.
Candidates should use the university website for valid admission information and make payments only through the payment process stated above.
Anyone who pays an unauthorised person or pays into an individual account does so at his or her own risk.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the UNIMED Post UTME Form for 2026/2027 Available?
Yes. The university has officially commenced admission screening registration for qualified candidates.
What Is the UNIMED Cut-Off Mark for 2026/2027?
The minimum UTME score required is 150.
Can Candidates Who Did Not Choose UNIMED Apply?
Yes. Such candidates must first change their institution choice and make UNIMED their most preferred first-choice institution.
Will Direct Entry Candidates Submit Transcripts?
Yes. Official academic transcripts must be sent to the Registrar before the screening date.
When Will UNIMED Screening Hold?
The screening exercise is scheduled for Monday, 3 August to Friday, 7 August 2026.
Conclusion
Candidates are encouraged to carefully review all admission requirements before submitting their applications. Early registration, accurate information, and compliance with all screening instructions will improve the admission process and help avoid unnecessary disqualification.
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