Benue State University, located in Makurdi, Nigeria, has officially released its Post-Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and Direct Entry (DE) screening application form for the 2023/2024 academic session. This blog post provides comprehensive information on the application process, eligibility criteria, and important deadlines for prospective candidates.
1. Sale of Screening Form:
The sale of the online Screening Form/Registration commenced on Friday, 3rd November 2022. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply promptly to meet the stipulated deadlines.
2. Cut-off Mark:
The general UTME cut-off mark for BSU for the 2023/2024 academic session is set at 150. However, certain courses may have higher cut-off marks. Aspirants can check the full list of BSU Departmental cut-off marks on the official website.
3. Application Fee:
The application fee for the BSU Post UTME/DE screening is N2,000.00 (Two Thousand Naira) only. Payment can be made through the ADMISSION PORTAL, with appropriate bank charges applied.
4. Eligibility Criteria:
Candidates eligible for the screening must meet the following criteria:
- Choose Benue State University, Makurdi during the Post-UTME and Direct Entry Registration.
- UTME candidates must have scored 150 points and above (except for specific programs like Medicine & Surgery, Law, Nursing, Radiography & Radiation Science, and BMLS, which have higher cut-off marks).
- Candidates must have a minimum of five O’ level credit passes in relevant subjects, including English Language and Mathematics.
- Candidates must be at least 16 years old.
5. Application Procedure: A. Payment:
- Visit www.bsum.edu.ng
- Go to Admissions menu and click on the Post UTME/DE link under the Applications section.
- Enter your JAMB number to verify your application.
- Proceed to the payments platform and choose one of the three payment options (Cash at Bank, Online payments, ATM terminals).
- Complete the payment process and print the Payment Reference Number slip.
B. Registration:
- Revisit the University website and select the Post UTME/DE link under the Applications section.
- Enter your UTME Registration number for verification.
- Proceed to login and complete your registration, including uploading relevant documents.
- Print the Acknowledgement Slip.
6. Application Closing Date:
The deadline for the online submission of the application form is Saturday, 2nd December 2023. Candidates are advised to complete all necessary steps before this date.
7. Important Note:
Candidates must upload their O’level results on the JAMB portal, as only candidates with results on the JAMB portal will be considered for admission. Any false information provided will render the application invalid.
Conclusion:
Prospective students are urged to take advantage of this opportunity and carefully follow the outlined steps to secure admission into Benue State University for the 2023/2024 academic session. Beware of fraudulent individuals claiming to be BSU agents, as admission is strictly based on merit.
