If you applied to Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria as your first choice for the 2025/2026 academic year, you’re probably wondering:
When will ABU Zaria Post UTME 2025 start?
Well, here’s everything you need to know👇
Key Dates for ABU 2025 Post UTME
- Registration opens: Monday, August 4, 2025
- Registration closes: Thursday, August 21, 2025 (MySchool, MySchoolGist)
- Post‑UTME exam dates: August 18 to August 21, 2025, split by faculty (Allschool.ng)
Some contradicting info online mentions August 25, 2025 as an exam start date—but the most authoritative and consistent sources confirm August 18–21 as the official window (Facebook, Allschool.ng).
How to Prepare: A Friendly Guide
1. Check Eligibility
- UTME candidates: Must score at least 180 and have chosen ABU as the first choice.
- Direct Entry (DE) candidates: Must also have ABU as first choice and valid credentials—no exam required. (Allschool.ng, MySchoolGist)
2. Register Online
- Visit the official portal at portal.abu.edu.ng/forms or the ABU website’s Post UTME section.
- Fill in your profile before payment.
- Pay a screening fee of ₦2,000 via ATM card or print a Remita slip to pay in a commercial bank. No need to travel to Zaria for payment. (MySchool, ABUCampusReport)
3. Print Your Screening Schedule Slip
After registering, you’ll be assigned a CBT screening date (August 18–21), depending on your faculty. Have it printed for entry. (MySchoolGist)
Faculties are grouped as follows:
- Aug 18: Agriculture, Arts, Engineering, Environmental Design, Physical Sciences
- Aug 19: Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Veterinary Medicine
- Aug 20: Social Sciences, Management Sciences
- Aug 21: Allied Health, Education, Basic & Clinical Medical Sciences, Dentistry (MySchool)
4. Prepare Wisely
Practice past UTME subjects and review general ABU CBT screening formats. Know that gadgets aren’t allowed—only JAMB‑approved calculators. (Allschool.ng)
Helpful External Links
- ABU Post UTME official portal: portal.abu.edu.ng/forms
- ABU University homepage where the admission section links to the Post UTME page: abu.edu.ng
Why This Timeline Matters to You
- Be early: If you plan to study at ABU, ensure you register between Aug 4 and Aug 21.
- Don’t wait for deadline day. Glitches can happen.
- Your screening window—Aug 18–21—varies by faculty. Confirm your own schedule later.
- Missing registration = no admission. ABU uses a strict cut-off system and won’t consider late registrants. (ABUCampusReport, MySchool)
Summary Table
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration Opens | Monday, August 4, 2025 |
| Registration Closes | Thursday, August 21, 2025 |
| Post‑UTME Screening Dates | August 18 to August 21, 2025 |
Final Tip for Applicants
If you meet eligibility requirements and ABU is your first choice, mark your calendar now. Registration begins August 4, 2025 and exams follow August 18–21. Start preparing early, stay calm, and you’ll be ahead of the crowd.