Greetings to all candidates who have applied for admission into Sokoto State University through the 2023 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and Direct Entry (DE). This announcement is crucial for those who have selected Sokoto State University as their first choice institution and achieved a minimum UTME score of 140. The online screening exercise for the 2023/2024 Academic Session is scheduled to commence on Monday, 7th August, and conclude on Wednesday, 6th September, 2023.
Screening Requirements for DE Candidates:
Candidates applying through Direct Entry (DE) are required to upload a scanned copy of their A’level certificates or notifications of results, such as Diplomas, NCE, IJMB, etc., on the University portal.
Screening Procedure:
Step 1: Visit the University Portal
Access the University Portal at https://portal.ssu.edu.ng
Step 2: Log In
Enter your JAMB Registration Number as both username and password.
Step 3: Update Contact Information
Click on the ‘Update Data’ link to ensure your phone number and email address are up to date.
Step 4: Generate Payment Invoice
Generate and print your screening payment invoice, indicating a sum of Two Thousand Naira (₦2,000) only, excluding transaction charges. The invoice will contain a Unified Payment (UP) Reference Number. Subsequently, proceed to any commercial bank listed on your invoice to make the payment. Alternatively, you can click on the ‘Pay Now’ link to use any instant Unified Payment channel.
Step 5: Update Information After Payment
Upon payment, log in to your account once more and update your biodata, academic records, and any other required information.
Step 6: Print Acknowledgment Slip and Payment Receipt
Print your acknowledgment slip and payment receipt for your records.
Important Note:
It is imperative to note that the screening process is strictly online, and there will be NO Post-UTME examination rewrites.
We wish all candidates the best of luck in the screening exercise, and may this be the first step towards a successful academic journey at Sokoto State University. For any inquiries or assistance, please contact the university through the provided channels on the official website.