UNICAL Admission Requirements for UTME and Direct Entry Candidates

The University of Calabar (UNICAL) has announced its admission requirements for both UTME and Direct Entry candidates. This guide will help applicants understand the necessary documents, qualifications, and steps required for a smooth admission process.

Regardless of whether you are applying through the UTME route or Direct Entry, adhering to these guidelines will help you meet the admission requirements for UNICAL.

We will help you achieve all this. Just read the information in this guide carefully as it will explain all that you need to know about the UNICAL Admission Requirements for UTME and Direct Entry Applicants, how to apply for UNICAL admission, documents required for application, and some key deadlines you ought to meet. Please Read Carefully Below.

UNICAL Admission Requirements for UTME Candidates

Candidates applying for 100 level admission through the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) must meet the following requirements:

1. Minimum Age: Applicants must be at least 16 years old by the 31st of October in the admission year.
2. O’Level Requirements: Candidates must possess a minimum of five (5) credits in relevant subjects, including English Language and Mathematics. These credits should be obtained in not more than two sittings from recognized exams like WAEC, NECO, GCE, or NABTEB.
3. JAMB UTME Score: Candidates must meet or exceed the UNICAL cut-off mark as determined annually by the university. The general cut-off mark is typically between 150 and 180, but certain courses may have higher cut-offs.
4. Choice of Institution: UNICAL must be selected as the first choice institution during JAMB registration. Applicants who chose it as a second choice are advised to change it to their first choice before the admission process begins.
5. Post-UTME Screening: After the UTME, candidates must participate in the UNICAL Post-UTME screening exercise. They must register for the screening on the university’s admission portal and score above the required post-UTME cut-off to qualify.

UNICAL Admission Requirements for Direct Entry Candidates

Direct Entry candidates applying for 200 level admission must meet the following criteria:

O’Level Requirements: Similar to UTME applicants, DE candidates must have five (5) credits, including English and Mathematics, in relevant subjects, obtained in not more than two sittings.

Direct Entry Qualifications: Candidates must possess one of the following qualifications:

• At least two Advanced Level passes in relevant subjects.
• A National Diploma (ND), Higher National Diploma (HND), or National Certificate of Education (NCE) with a minimum of Merit or Lower Credit in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
•  A pass in the Interim Joint Matriculation Board (IJMB) or Joint Universities Preliminary Examinations Board (JUPEB) with acceptable grades.
•  A first degree from a recognized institution in a related field.

Direct Entry Form: Candidates must purchase the JAMB Direct Entry form and choose UNICAL as their first-choice institution.

Post-UTME/Screening: DE candidates must also participate in the screening process organized by UNICAL. This may involve the submission of relevant documents or an oral interview, depending on the course.

How to Apply for Admission

1.  Available at any commercial bank across Nigeria. At the bank, pay for and obtain an E-transact PIN. Use this PIN to log into the UNICAL portal http://www.myunical.edu.ng and click on the UTME Admission Screening link. Follow the instructions to complete your application.
2. You can also purchase the Post-UTME PIN online via the portal. After obtaining the PIN, log in with the Transaction ID to complete your application.

Once you have either the E-Transact PIN or the Post-UTME PIN, proceed as follows:

• Log onto the UNICAL portal and click on the UTME Admission Screening link.
• Enter your JAMB Registration Number in the provided field.
• Enter the Confirmation Order Number or Transaction ID.
• Follow the online instructions and submit your application.
• Print out the completed form.

Documents Required for Application

Candidates are required to upload the following:

• A recent digital passport-size photograph (in JPG format).
• A valid email address and personal phone number.

Additional Considerations for All Candidates

• Admission Quota: UNICAL admission is highly competitive, and candidates are selected based on merit and the available slots in each department.
• Catchment Area: The university gives special consideration to candidates from its catchment area, which can slightly influence the cut-off mark.
• Departmental Requirements: Some departments may have additional requirements such as higher cut-off marks or specific subject combinations in O’Level or A-Level results.

Candidates are encouraged to prepare on time and apply early as the admission board will pay less attention to plead when the portal finally closes. After submission of the application, the school will organize a screening exercise for all qualified candidates.

The screening date will be provided after completing the application process and can be viewed on the Post-UTME Screening Schedule printout.

Items Required for the Screening Test

Candidates must bring the following to the screening test:

• The Post-UTME Screening Schedule Printout.
• The 2024/2025 JAMB UTME Result Slip.

Conclusion

By following the outlined requirements and completing the application process correctly, you stand a good chance of being admitted into UNICAL. Stay informed about deadlines, prepare your documents, and ensure you meet the eligibility criteria for your desired course of study.

Finally, we hope that this post has answered your questions about UNICAL Admission Requirements for UTME and Direct Entry Candidates and has been useful. To ensure a good test experience, bookmark this page to remain up to date on prerequisites, dates, and essential facts.

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