The University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) has released its 2026/2027 primary Direct Entry admission list. The list was published on the university’s official website on October 28, 2026, and names 196 candidates offered provisional admission into 16 faculties. Admitted candidates must accept the offer on JAMB CAPS and pay a ₦50,000 acceptance fee through a Remita invoice to complete the process.
Key Highlights
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| List status | Confirmed. Published by UNN on October 28, 2026 |
| Candidates listed | 196 across 16 faculties (our count of the official PDF) |
| Acceptance fee | ₦50,000, paid with a Remita invoice |
| Accept admission on | JAMB CAPS, then the UNN portal |
| Admission type | Provisional |
| Official source | UNN notice and PDF list |
How to Check the UNN Direct Entry Admission List 2026/2027
- Open the official UNN notice and click 2026/2027 PRIMARY DIRECT ENTRY ADMISSION LIST to download the PDF.
- Names are grouped by faculty. Each row shows the candidate’s JAMB number, full name, faculty and department.
- Search the PDF for your JAMB registration number. On a computer, press Ctrl+F. On a phone, use “Find in page” in your PDF viewer.
- Log in to JAMB CAPS to confirm your admission status there as well.
Only the 2026/2027 Direct Entry list is covered here. UTME candidates should use the separate UNN primary admission list on the official website.
Faculties and Courses on the List
The table below shows how the 196 names are spread across faculties, based on our count of the official PDF.
| Faculty | Candidates | Courses with admitted candidates |
|---|---|---|
| Agriculture | 5 | Agriculture, Food Science and Technology, Nutrition and Dietetics |
| Arts | 14 | Fine Arts, French with German/Russian, History, Linguistics Igbo and Other African Languages, Mass Communication, Music |
| Biological Sciences | 2 | Microbiology |
| Business Administration | 26 | Accounting, Banking and Finance, Business Management |
| Clinical Sciences | 18 | Medicine and Surgery |
| Dentistry | 5 | Dentistry and Dental Surgery |
| Education | 20 | Early Childhood Education, Education Arts, Health Education, Special Education, and Education combined with Biology, Chemistry, Economics, English Language, Integrated Science, Mathematics, Political Science or Social Studies |
| Engineering | 16 | Biomedical, Civil, Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering |
| Environmental Studies | 13 | Architecture, Surveying and Geoinformatics |
| Health Sciences and Technology | 33 | Medical Laboratory Science, Medical Radiography and Radiological Sciences, Medical Rehabilitation, Nursing Sciences |
| Law | 11 | Law |
| Pharmaceutical Sciences | 11 | Doctor of Pharmacy |
| Physical Sciences | 8 | Computer Science, Statistics |
| Social Sciences | 10 | Economics, Political Science, Psychology, Public Administration and Local Government, Social Work |
| Veterinary Medicine | 1 | Veterinary Medicine |
| Vocational and Technical Education | 3 | Agricultural Science Education, Computer Education |
| Total | 196 | 16 faculties |
Health Sciences and Technology has the most admitted candidates (33), followed by Business Administration (26) and Education (20).
Important Notes From UNN’s Admission Office
The official list carries two notices at the top:
- Your admission can only be processed if you correctly uploaded your O’Level result on JAMB CAPS.
- You are properly admitted only when you have your JAMB admission letter and your UNN registration number.
UNN also states that every offer is provisional. If it is discovered at any point, including final year, that a candidate does not meet the Senate’s university or faculty/departmental entry requirements published in the JAMB Brochure, the offer will be withdrawn.
How to Accept Your UNN Direct Entry Admission
UNN’s Registrar, Dr. (Mrs.) C.N. Nnebedum, listed the steps below for candidates offered admission.
Step 1: Accept Admission on JAMB CAPS
Log in to the JAMB portal and click Accept Admission on CAPS. Candidates who skip this step will not be issued a JAMB admission letter and will be treated as not admitted.
Step 2: Generate Your Payment Invoice
Open the UNN portal through the Portal link on www.unn.edu.ng and log in with your JAMB registration number. Generate and download your Payment Invoice, which contains a Remita number.
Step 3: Pay the ₦50,000 Acceptance Fee
Take the invoice to any commercial bank, including UNN Microfinance Bank. Make sure the invoice number is keyed in correctly at the bank. Collect the confirmation slip showing your Confirmation Number and Invoice Number.
Step 4: Print Your Admission Slip and Complete the Acceptance Form
Log in to the UNN portal again with your JAMB registration number, Confirmation Number and Invoice Number. Print your admission slip and complete the Acceptance Form online.
Step 5: Pay Other Fees and Register
Follow the instructions on the UNN website for other fee payments and registration. The notice does not publish the 2026/2027 school fees or a payment deadline, so check the portal regularly and complete each step early.
Other UNN Admission Lists Released
UNN’s website lists several 2026/2027 admission notices alongside the Direct Entry list:
- Primary admission list for UTME candidates: official notice
- Foreign candidates’ admission list: official notice
- Admission list of candidates with disability, also posted on the UNN homepage
Will UNN Release a Supplementary Direct Entry List?
UNN has not announced a supplementary Direct Entry list for 2026/2027 at the time of writing. The university published supplementary Direct Entry lists in earlier sessions, including 2024/2025 and 2025/2026, so a later list is possible but not confirmed. Candidates not named on this list should keep checking JAMB CAPS and the UNN website.
Update Log
- October 29, 2026: Article published after confirming the list and the instructions on the official UNN website and in the PDF.
Frequently Asked Questions About the UNN Direct Entry Admission List
Has UNN released the Direct Entry admission list for 2026/2027?
Yes. UNN published its 2026/2027 primary Direct Entry admission list on its official website on October 28, 2026. The list covers provisional offers into first-degree programmes.
How do I check my name on the UNN Direct Entry admission list?
Open the official UNN notice, download the PDF list and search for your JAMB registration number. Names are arranged by faculty and department. You can also log in to JAMB CAPS to confirm your status.
How many candidates are on the UNN Direct Entry list?
Our count of the official PDF shows 196 candidates across 16 faculties. Health Sciences and Technology has the most names with 33.
What is the UNN acceptance fee for Direct Entry candidates?
The acceptance fee is ₦50,000, according to the Registrar’s instructions on the list. Payment is made with a Remita invoice generated on the UNN portal.
Where do I pay the UNN acceptance fee?
Pay at any commercial bank, including UNN Microfinance Bank, using the invoice generated on the UNN portal. Collect the confirmation slip with your Confirmation Number and Invoice Number.
What happens if I do not accept my admission on JAMB CAPS?
UNN says candidates who do not accept admission on JAMB CAPS will not be issued a JAMB admission letter and will be considered as not admitted.
When am I properly admitted to UNN?
UNN states that you are properly admitted only when you have your JAMB admission letter and your UNN registration number. Your O’Level result must also be correctly uploaded on JAMB CAPS for the admission to be processed.
Is my UNN admission final?
No. The offer is provisional. UNN can withdraw it at any stage, including final year, if a candidate does not meet the university and faculty/departmental entry requirements set by the Senate and published in the JAMB Brochure.
What if my name is not on the UNN Direct Entry list?
The list released on October 28 is the primary list, and UNN has not yet announced a supplementary one. Keep checking JAMB CAPS and the UNN website. If you are weighing other schools, see the cut-off marks hub to compare options.
Final Thoughts
The UNN 2026/2027 primary Direct Entry list is out, with 196 candidates offered provisional admission. Accept on JAMB CAPS, pay the ₦50,000 acceptance fee with your Remita invoice, and finish the online acceptance form as soon as you can. For admissions to other schools, check our JAMB cut-off marks for all schools and courses.
Disclaimer: Admission details are subject to change by the institution. Always verify on the official UNN website before making any payment. CampusNinja is not affiliated with the University of Nigeria, Nsukka.
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