Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, formerly known as Anambra State University (ANSU), is inviting qualified candidates to apply for its 2025/2026 academic session Post UTME and Direct Entry Screening Exercise. The university, located in Uli, Anambra State, was established in 2000 and operates on a 2-Campus structure.
Application Details:
- The online Screening Form/Registration will be available from Tuesday, 1st August 2025.
- The general UTME cut-off mark for the 2025/2026 academic session is 150, but some courses may have higher requirements. The detailed list of COOU Departmental cut-off marks can be found [here](link to the cut-off marks page).
Application Fee:
- The application fee for the Post UTME/DE is N2,000.00 (Two Thousand Naira) only. Payment should be made through the ADMISSION PORTAL, with additional bank charges.
Eligibility Criteria:
To be eligible for the screening exercise, candidates must:
- Choose Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University as their First Choice during the Post-UTME and Direct Entry Registration.
- Have a minimum UTME score of 150.
- Obtain the required O’level credits for their chosen programs as specified in the JAMB Brochure.
- Be at least 16 years of age.
Candidates who did not initially select COOU as their choice but wish to study at the university should effect a change through the JAMB website.
Application Procedure:
- Visit the [COOU Admission Portal](application portal link).
- Click on “Prospective Students” and select “Generate 2025/2026 PUTME Invoice.”
- Enter your JAMB Registration Number and click “Sign in to generate invoice.”
- Make the payment at any bank or pay using your ATM card.
- Return to the portal, re-enter your JAMB Registration Number, and click on ‘Apply Here.’
- Complete the required information and upload your O’level Result(s) to JAMB CAPS.
- Upload the Birth Certificate, JAMB Result Slip, and other necessary documents.
- Review the summary page, check for accuracy, and click “SUBMIT.”
- Print the acknowledgment slip.
Direct Entry Candidates:
Direct Entry candidates for the 2025/2026 session should register for the screening using the drop-down on the prospective student panel (2025/2026 direct entry application).
Application Closing Date:
The University Portal will remain open until one week after the release of the 2025 NECO results. Candidates are advised to provide accurate information as any false details will lead to disqualification.
Screening Exercise:
Candidates will be notified of the screening exercise results online as soon as the admission process is completed.
FAQs:
Is the COOU Post UTME/Direct Entry screening form for 2025/2026 out?
Yes, the COOU Post UTME and Direct Entry screening forms for the 2025/2026 academic session have been released. Interested candidates can now apply online via the university’s official portal. schoolings.orgmicplustech.com
What is the eligibility criteria for applying?
To be eligible for the COOU Post UTME/Direct Entry screening:
Candidates must have chosen COOU as their first choice institution during the UTME or Direct Entry registration.
UTME candidates should have scored a minimum of 150 in the UTME. However, some courses may require higher scores; it’s advisable to check the departmental cut-off marks.
Candidates must possess the required O’Level credits relevant to their chosen programs as specified in the JAMB Brochure.
Applicants must be at least 16 years of age.
Candidates who did not initially choose COOU but wish to apply should effect a change of institution to COOU via the JAMB portal. micplustech.com+1myschoolgist.com+1
How much is the application fee and how do I pay?
The application fee for the COOU Post UTME/Direct Entry screening is ₦2,000 (Two Thousand Naira) only. Payment should be made through the REMITA platform, either online using a debit card or at any commercial bank. micplustech.comlegit.ng+1myschoolgist.com+1
What are the steps to apply for the screening?
To apply for the COOU Post UTME/Direct Entry screening:
Generate Invoice:
Visit the COOU Portal.
Navigate to the “Prospective Students” section.
Select “Generate 2025/2026 PUTME Invoice”.
Enter your JAMB Registration Number and click “Sign in to generate an invoice”.myschoolgist.com+3portal.coou.edu.ng+3portal.coou.edu.ng+3portal.coou.edu.ng+2myschoolgist.com+2legit.ng+2
Make Payment:
Pay the ₦2,000 application fee via REMITA at any commercial bank or online using a debit card.legit.ng+1myschoolgist.com+1
Complete Application:
Return to the portal and click on “Apply Here”.
Fill in your Date of Birth and other required details.
Upload your O’Level results to JAMB CAPS using accredited CBT centers (note: business centers are not accepted).
Ensure all uploaded documents are under 50KB in size.micplustech.com+5myschoolgist.com+5legit.ng+5
Review and Submit:
Review your details on the Summary Page.
Tick the CONFIRMATION BOX.
Click SUBMIT.
Print your Acknowledgement Slip as proof of completion. myschoolgist.com+1schoolings.org+1
What documents are required for the application?
Applicants are required to upload the following documents:
JAMB Result Slip.
O’Level Result(s).
Acknowledgement Slip (after submission).
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