ILORIN — The University of Ilorin has extended its registration deadline for the 2026/2027 Post-Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination screening exercise by one week. The university announced that prospective candidates would now have until Sunday, July 12, 2026, to complete their registration. The extension was contained in a public notice issued by the university's Admissions Office. The original deadline had been Sunday, July 5, but the institution decided to provide additional time for applicants to complete the process. The extension is significant for candidates who may have experienced difficulties accessing the registration portal, obtaining the necessary information or completing required procedures before the initial deadline. Post-UTME screening is an important stage in the admission process for prospective undergraduate students seeking places in Nigerian universities. Candidates who meet the relevant requirements are expected to complete registration within the period announced by their chosen institutions. The University of Ilorin urged prospective candidates to take advantage of the additional week rather than wait until the final day of the extension. Applicants are generally expected to provide accurate personal and academic information during registration. Errors in names, examination details or other required information can create difficulties later in the admission process. Candidates are therefore encouraged to carefully review their applications before submission. The extension also provides a short additional window for applicants who may have been unable to complete payment or other registration requirements before the original deadline. Universities across Nigeria conduct admission screening exercises after the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board's Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination. The process allows institutions to assess candidates who have indicated interest in studying at the university and who meet the applicable admission requirements. Competition for admission can be intense, particularly for programmes with limited spaces. Candidates therefore need to complete all stages of the admission process within the required periods. The University of Ilorin is one of Nigeria's major public universities and attracts applicants from different parts of the country. Its undergraduate programmes cover a wide range of disciplines, including medicine, engineering, education, law, agriculture, social sciences, sciences and the humanities. The university has continued to attract large numbers of applicants during successive admission cycles. The extension of the screening registration deadline does not necessarily mean that candidates will automatically receive admission. Applicants must still meet the university's academic and other requirements and participate in the screening process as prescribed. Candidates should also rely on official university communication rather than information circulating through unofficial social media accounts or individuals claiming to be admission agents. Admission scams remain a concern in Nigeria, particularly during periods when universities are processing large numbers of applications. Prospective students should therefore avoid paying money to individuals who promise guaranteed admission. The university's decision to extend the deadline gives candidates additional time, but applicants must still act promptly. The revised deadline is Sunday, July 12, 2026. Candidates who have not completed their applications are expected to do so before the deadline. The development is also a reminder of the importance of clear communication between universities and prospective students. Timely announcements can help candidates avoid missing important admission opportunities. For students hoping to begin university studies in the 2026/2027 academic session, completing the Post-UTME registration is an important step toward securing consideration for admission. The University of Ilorin has therefore advised all eligible applicants to use the additional period and ensure that their applications are properly completed before registration closes.