Bayero University Kano (BUK) has officially commenced its 2026/2027 Online Admission Screening Exercise for UTME candidates who selected the university as their first choice.
If you chose BUK in the 2026 UTME, this guide explains the screening dates, eligibility requirements, registration process, fee payment steps, and important admission conditions.
Registration is now open and candidates are advised to apply early.
Key Admission Highlights
- Institution: Bayero University Kano (BUK)
- Academic Session: 2026/2027
- Screening Type: Online Screening Exercise
- Registration Period: 19 June – 16 August 2026
- Screening Fee: ₦2,000
- First Choice Required: Yes
- O’Level Upload Required: Yes (on JAMB CAPS)
- Maximum O’Level Sittings: Two
Who Is Eligible for BUK Screening 2026/2027?
To qualify, candidates must:
- Choose Bayero University Kano as First Choice in UTME
- Meet the minimum UTME cut-off mark for their course
- Possess required O’Level credits
- Upload O’Level results on JAMB CAPS
Only candidates who meet these conditions will be considered for admission.
BUK Screening Exercise Dates
- Registration Opens: Friday, 19 June 2026
- Registration Closes: Sunday, 16 August 2026
Late registration may not be accepted.
Step‑by‑Step BUK Screening Registration Process
Step 1: Visit the BUK Admission Portal
Go to the official Bayero University Kano website and access the 2026 UTME Online Screening Exercise portal by clicking button below.
Step 2: Login
Use the following details:
- Username: JAMB Registration Number
- Password: UTME Aggregate Score
Complete the online screening form after login.
Note: The passport photograph uploaded during JAMB registration will serve as your official identification throughout your stay at BUK.
Step 3: Generate Payment Invoice
Applicants must:
- Generate a Personalized Payment Invoice (PPI)
- Obtain Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR)
- Pay the screening fee of ₦2,000
Payment options include:
- Debit or credit card
- Internet banking
- Commercial banks nationwide
After successful payment, print your acknowledgement slip.
BUK Screening Fee 2026
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Screening Fee | ₦2,000 |
Payment must be made through the Remita platform after generating your invoice.
BUK Admission Requirements
O’Level Result Upload
Candidates must upload their O’Level results (WAEC, NECO, NABTEB, NBAIS, or equivalent) on JAMB CAPS.
Failure to upload results may lead to disqualification.
Maximum O’Level Sittings
Candidates can combine a maximum of two sittings.
False Information
Providing false information during registration will result in automatic disqualification.
Blind and Foreign Candidates
Blind and foreign candidates are exempted from the aptitude test but must complete the online registration process.
Registration Deadline
Candidates who fail to register before 16 August 2026 will not be considered for admission.
