The University of Benin (UNIBEN) Post UTME examination is the required test to gain admission to the prestigious University.
UNIBEN is one of the best Federal Universities in Nigeria. Little wonder why thousands apply every year to study their dream course in school.
The University of Benin is the first University I applied for admission to many years ago.
Unfortunately, I did not get the admission that year due to some mistakes in my path.
Over the years, I have liked to share my experience with students on how they can prepare and pass their Post UTME exams.
In this post, I will walk you through practical tips on preparing for and passing the University of Benin (UNIBEN) Post UTME exams.
Also, you will learn in this article the UNIBEN Post UTME format and subject combinations.
Let me know in the comment if you have any questions or need further clarification. I would love to assist you.
I wish you success in your examination. My prayer is for you to gain admission to study your dream course.
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UNIBEN Post UTME Question Format

The University of Benin (UNIBEN) Post UTME question format is sixty (60) questions for one (1) hour on questions on your JAMB subject combination.
For example, a student applying to study Mechanical Engineering will answer questions in the Use of English, Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry.
The UNIBEN Post UTME exam is like sitting for the JAMB examination all over again, only that you would answer fewer questions this time.
Note that the number of questions may vary this year depending on the university admission office’s decision.
But the questions would always range from fifty (50) to seventy (70) questions, and the time duration is sixty (60) minutes.
How to Calculate UNIBEN Post UTME Aggregate Score

The UNIBEN aggregate score calculation is simple using the procedures below.
To calculate the UNIBEN Post UTME aggregate score, divide your JAMB score by eight (8) and your Post UTME score by two (2).
Let’s assume Adesuwa, applying to study Nursing Science at UNIBEN, got a JAMB score of 284 and a Post UTME score of 76.
Her aggregate score would be;
- JAMB: 284/8 = 35.5
- Post UTME: 38
- Aggregate = 73.5
From our calculation, you can see that Adesuwa’s aggregate score is 73.5.
UNIBEN Cut Off Mark

There are two categories of admission cut-off marks at the University of Benin (UNIBEN);
- JAMB Cut-Off Mark
- Departmental Cut-Off Mark
The general JAMB cut-off mark is the score set by the University that qualifies you to sit for the screening examination.
In contrast, the department cut-off mark is the score you must reach to get admission to study at UNIBEN.
You must study hard and pass the Post UTME examination to get a high score above the departmental cut-off mark to gain admission to the University of Benin.
Have you any questions about what we have discussed so far? Let me know in the comment box at the end of this post.
It is time for us to into the main focus of this article.
How to Pass UNIBEN Post UTME Exam
The following are effective and practical tips to prepare for and pass the UNIBEN Post UTME examination;
- Develop a Positive Mindset
- Determine Your Chances for Admission
- Study the JAMB Syllabus
- Study JAMB Past Questions
- Get the UNIBEN Past Questions
- Stay Updated on UNIBEN News
Develop a Positive Mindset

Developing a positive mindset is the first step to passing the UNIBEN Post UTME examination.
The thing is that many students come to write the screening test with a fear of failure. They lack the confidence to succeed in the examination.
For one reason, these students believe they cannot pass the UNIBEN screening exam or gain admission to the University of Benin.
Without a positive mindset for success, you cannot prepare for your Post UTME examination to get a high score in the CBT exam.
You must think of yourself as a UNIBEN material. Never have the ideal you are a failure or not worthy of success.
Do you know why most students applying to study Medicine and Law perform excellently in the Post UTME exam?
These students have the mindset for success because they are applying for a competitive course.
I want you to, at this moment, reassure yourself and believe you can gain admission to the University of Benin (UNIBEN).
Let me know in the comment box at the end of this post if there is any reason why you think you cannot make it to UNIBEN. I will give you the best advice.
Determine Your Chances for Admission

Knowing your chances for admission before the Post UTME exam is necessary.
Many students applying to study at UNIBEN make the mistake of applying to study courses they have little or no chances of admission.
Some factors can hinder your chances for admission even if you get a perfect score in the UNIBEN Post UTME exams.
The two (2) determining factor in getting admission at UNIBEN is;
- O’level Subject Combination
- JAMB Score
O’level Subject Combination
Five (5) credits in relevant subjects in your WAEC or NECO results are essential for admission to study at UNIBEN.
For example, a student that wants to study Pharmacy at UNIBEN must have credit passes in the following O’level subject combination;
Let me know in the comment if you are unsure about your O’level (WAEC or NECO ) result for the course you want to study at UNIBEN.
JAMB Score
JAMB score determines whether or not you would get admission to study at the University of Benin.
In UNIBEN, your JAMB score accounts for 50% of your aggregate score.
It means that if you have a high JAMB score, you have a good chance of gaining admission to the school.
Applying for any competitive courses at UNIBEN would require a high JAMB score.
Tell me your JAMB score and the course you are applying to study at UNIBEN to know your chances of admission.
Study the JAMB Syllabus

The University of Benin uses the JAMB syllabus for the Post UTME examination.
All Universities in Nigeria use a syllabus for setting their exam questions in their screening exam.
The UNIBEN Post UTME syllabus lists topics you must study for the screening examination. It is a guide to knowing what to study for the exam.
You must read all the topics before the Post UTME exam to get a good score.
Over the years, students who perform excellently have always covered the syllabus.
See the UNIBEN Post UTME syllabus by clicking the button below;
Study JAMB Past Questions

The University of Benin (UNIBEN) uses the JAMB past questions for the Post UTME examination.
Contrary to what many students believe, UNIBEN does not set their Post UTME questions.
Instead, the school uses JAMB past questions for their question bank for the screening exam.
As a student preparing for the UNIBEN Post UTME, you must study JAMB past questions from 2000 till date; then, you can study for other lesser years.
I recommend you get a hard copy of the JAMB past questions and answers. You can also practice questions online on Myschool.
Get the UNIBEN Past Questions

To familiarise yourself with the examination format, you must get the UNIBEN past questions.
It would help to enhance your preparations and determine your readiness for the exam.
Do not make the mistake of trying to cram the past questions hoping to see a replica on the day of your exam.
I recommend you buy the hard copy of the UNIBEN past questions booklet than the softcopy.
Do not pay anyone online on Facebook or WhatsApp for the PDF of the UNIBEN past questions. It should be free of charge.
Stay Updated on UNIBEN News

Staying updated on UNIBEN news is the most effective strategy to gain admission to the University of Benin.
It is one thing to study for the UNIBEN exam and another to stay updated on information about the University and Post UTME exam.
As an aspirant, it is crucial to interact with UNIBEN and other aspirants like yourself.
Join UNIBEN Facebook and WhatsApp groups to stay updated on UNIBEN Post UTME news.
Let me know if you have any questions or need further clarification. I would love to assist you.
This is my 0’level combination: maths, eng, civic, marketing, econs, govt, bio, chem and physics(cancelled). Is the combination suitable for accounting?
I wanted to do science before, but I changed my mind.
I got 302 in jamb and i want to attend uniben.
Osas,
The subject combination for accounting is Mathematics, English Language, Economics, and one other subject from Commerce, Geography, or Government.
Good morning.
I want to study accounting in uniben and i got 302 in jamb.
However, I’m unsure about my o’level subjects.
I wrote: maths, eng, marketing, civic, govt, eco, chem, bio, and physics .
My grades are good, tho my physics was cancelled.
Do you think i can gain admission with my o’level combination?
Hello Osas,
Your O’level is not suitable for Accounting at UNIBEN.
Mathematics, English Language, Economics, and one other subject from Commerce, Geography, or Government are the subjects required to study Accounting at UNIBEN.
Let me know if you have further questions.
Sir, I got 206 in my jamb. Is there any chance of getting admitted to study Banking and finance in uniben?
Hello Ambrose,
Your JAMB score is a bit low for UNIBEN. My advise would be you choosing another school where you stand a better chance.
Good day sir
I got 288 in 2024 jamb
What are my chances of gaining admission into dentistry in uniben
Hello David,
You stand a good chance for admission. Ensure you get a high score in your Post UTME.
Let me know if you have further questions.
Please what score should I target for med lab in my post DE exam in uniben
Genny,
You would want to target 80% to stand a good chance for admission.
Good evening pls I want to use DE to gain admission into uniben and they insist we write postude and I want to study Mechatronics
Pls is Mechatronics accredited in uniben
Secondly what score do I need to have in post ude for it and my ijmb result is yet to come out but i resgistered using awaiting DE result
Hello Victoria,
Yes, UNIBEN is accredited for Mechatronics Engineering.
Concerning the Post UTME score, I advise you target above 65% in your screening exam.
Sir,I got 204 in jamb for computer science what are my chances
Favour,
Your chances are slim.
You need a high Post UTME score to stand a chance for admission.
Pls I got 213 for medlab what are my chances
Emmanuel,
Your JAMB score is low for Medical Laboratory Science.
Please urgently. What if I had 250 and my first choice if course was Medicine while my second choice of study is Computer Science what is my chance?
Steprichi,
Your JAMB score is low for Medicine and Surgery at UNIBEN.
You said sitting for post utme is like sitting for jamb exam again but with fewer questions,(that’s same subject)
My question now is; my subject combination for jamb is: English, maths, economics and accounting hoping for accounting(course) but the subject combination of the past questions am seeing is government in place of accounting.please SHOULD I PREPARE FOR ACCOUNTING OR GOVERNMENT, I want to study accounting
Hello Kolawole,
Is the Government consistent for other years on the past question booklet?
Good day ma.
I scored 201 in jamb what’s my chance or studying biochemistry
Hannah,
You stand a chance for Biochemistry if you get a high score in your Post UTME.
Sir pls what o level subjects do i need for business administration in uniben ?
Great,
The O’level subject combination for Business Administration is Five (5) SSC credit passes including English Language, Mathematics, Economics and two (2) other relevant subjects.
I’m applying for medicine and surgery and I had 282 in JAMB. I’m I good to go.
No, Soji
Your JAMB score is low for Medicine at UNIBEN.
You stand an excellent chance at a State University.
What if I do well In the post utme.
I’m I good to go
Yes, Soji
You need a perfect score in your Post UTME.
Hi blessing, in I’m from delta state I scored 235 in jamb can I get admission into the faculty of law if my PUTME is high?
Dora,
Your JAMB score is low for Law at UNIBEN.
Please I had 269 what are my chances for nursing
Benjamin,
Your chances are slim.
But, with a perfect score at the Post UTME, you stand a chance for admission.
Good morning sir, please sir what are the o’level subject combination needed to study banking and finance in uniben
Hello Victor,
The O’level subject combination for Banking and Finance is Five (5)SSC credit passes including English Language, Mathematics, Economics and two (2) other relevant subjects.
JAMB subject combination is Use of English, Mathematics, one Social Science subject and any other subject.
Let me know if you have further questions.
Hello ma I got 244 in jamb can I study radiography in uniben ?
Ruth,
Your JAMB score is low for Radiography at UNIBEN.
Hello sir I got 203 in my first sitting to study production engineering, will I be given admission
Yes, Daniel
You stand a chance if you get a high score in your Post UTME.
Hello good evening sir
I scored 238 in my jamb
Pls what are my chances of studying computer engineering
Joshua,
You stand a chance if you can get a high score in your Post UTME.
Pls I had 213 in jamb and my course is political science do I have a chance?
And i have jamb combination subject of English, literature,CRS and government and I didn’t write maths but Benin added public administration to my course so pls do I still have a chance of admission?
Yes, Miles
You stand a chance if you get a high score in your Post UTME.
The department is Political Science & Public Administration at UNIBEN. So, you have nothing to worry about.
Also, your JAMB subject combination is correct.
Let me know if you have further questions.
Sir I got 211 and want to study nursing will I be admitted?
No, Morgan
Your JAMB score is low for Nursing Science at UNIBEN.
Hi good morning
I scored 225 in jamb,can i study nursing in uniben if i get a Putme score like 90 ?? is it not the aggregate that matters??
No, Abbie
Your JAMB score is low for Nursing Science at UNIBEN.
Sir, I got 210 in jamb, is there any chances of studying medilab in uniben
Favour,
Your JAMB score is low for Medical Laboratory Science at UNIBEN.
Sir pls I got a 258 as my jamb score do I have a chance of studying nursing
Blossom,
Your chances are low for Nursing Science at UNIBEN.
Sir what of 295 for medicine and Surgery
Divinefavour,
You’ve got a chance if you get a perfect score in the Post UTME exam.
Good day sir,
Pls I got 258 in jamb do I stand a chance of studying nursing in uniben
Blossom,
Your chances are low for Nursing Science at UNIBEN.
Sir I scored 260 in jamb what are my chances of studying nursing in uniben?
Rejoice,
Your chances are not excellent, except you get an exceptional high score in your Post UTME exam.
Can I study pharmacy in Uniben with 249?
No, Akpotohwo
Too low for Pharmacy.
Sir,I scored 237 in jamb nd I want to use a combined result for o level to study English and literature.
Please I was told by someone that uniben doesn’t use o level scores to calculate aggregate score,please is it true?
Hello Ruth,
UNIBEN conducts Post UTME exam.
I advise you go through this post to see the format for the UNIBEN Post UTME.
Let me know if you have further questions.
Sir I had 220 in jamb and want to study anatomy. Do i get a chance
Yes, Gracious
You stand a good chance for admission.
Ensure you get a high score in your Post UTME exam.
I hope you see this ?
I want to study physiotherapy and i got 208 please what are my chances
Because I’m really scared
Nellah,
You’ve got a low chance for Physiotherapy.
Please is it a competitive course in uniben
Yes, Nellah
Physiotherapy is competitive course at UNIBEN.
Good morning sir
I scored 200 in jamb and I want to study electrical engineering….
Please can I till scale through
Ben,
Your JAMB score is low for Electrical Engineering.
Hello Sir
I had a jamb score of 246
What are my chances of studying pharmacy in uniben?
And what are my chances of studying pharmacy in a state school with that score?
Oromena,
Your chances are slow for Pharmacy, even at a State University like DELSU or AAU.
Even if I get 80 and above in postutme??
And please sir what other better course do you think I can opt for with my score?
Oromena,
Sadly, it doesn’t work like that.
Pharmacy is a competitive course at UNIBEN.
Also, your JAMB score is low for Nursing, Medical Laboratory Science and Radiography.
Would you be willing to apply to Biological Science courses?
U will get it, your aggregate matters, if you score 80., then it gon be 70.5 as aggregate. U can get it, my friend odiase had an aggregate score of 66, and he got admitted to study pharmacy in uniben.
Just prepare well for ur post utme
Good morning pls I opted for computer science and I got 291 in jamb what should I score in Pume to gain admission
And does UNIBEN has an age limit in giving admission
Hello Mike,
You stand an excellent chance for Computer Science at UNIBEN.
Target above 75% in our Post UTME.
I wish you success.
Does UNIBEN has an age limit in giving admission
I got 291 in jamb what should be my least score in post utme
No, Mike
There is no age limit for admission.
But you must be above 16 years.
Good afternoon please is there Any hope at all to get nursing with 203 in uniben
No, Isioma
Your JAMB score is low for Nursing Science at UNIBEN.
Ma pls i got a jamb score of 225 for jamb 2023 and i want to study Business Admin in Uniben.what are my chances ma
Jenny,
Depending on your performance in the Post UTME, you have a fairly good chance.
Can a jamb score of 219 get one admission to study English and literary studies in uniben? Thanks
Yes, with a high Post UTME score.
Good evening sir, does uniben accepts two sitting for Business Administration
Yes, Victor
UNIBEN accepts two sittings.
Good evening sir,
Please sir do uniben accepts two sitting for Business Administration
Yes, Victor
UNIBEN accepts two sittings.
My jamb score is 207 and I want to study production engineering….what chance do I have
Jeff,
You stand a good chance.
Ensure you get a high score in your Post UTME exams.
Can 288 jambscore get pharm D in uniben??
Wisdom,
288 is low for UNIBEN.
Except you get a perfect score at the Post UTME to beat the cut off mark.
Sir please I scored 297 in jamb what are my chances of studying medicine and surgery. I am also an indigene of Edo state
Blossom,
You stand a chance for Medicine.
It is your performance at the Post UTME that will determine if you get admission to Medicine.
Your score would comfortable get you admission for Medicine and Surgery at a State University.
I scored 286 in jamb and I want to go for med and surgery. Do I stand a chance or should I do a change of course to pharmacy pls advice. I have had 265 in jamb previously but was given biochemistry. Pls advice ?
Maye,
Your JAMB score is low for Pharmacy and Medicine.
You should change to a State University to stand a chance for admission.
Good morning,
I got 286 in jamb and I want to study medicine and surgery. I want to know what my chances are because I got 256 in jamb last year for the same course and was given biochemistry.
I want to know your advice if I should buy change of course form to pharmacy
Maye,
Your chances are low.
Apply to a State university to stand a higher chance for admission.
Good morning, I scored 286 for jamb and I want to study med and surgery in Uniben. Pls what are my chances. Will you advise I buy change of course form to Pharmacy? Because last jamb I scored 265 for same course but I was given Biochemistry I declined and rewrote jamb again. Pls advice. Thanks.
Maye,
Your chances are low.
Apply to a State university to stand a higher chance for admission.
Does Direct Entry applicant need to write post UTME of Uniben?
Is Uniben post UTME form out for sale?
How can I get Uniben post UTME past questions?
Hello Babatunde,
1. The Post UTME form is not yet out.
2. You can get the UNIBEN past question booklet at the bookshop.
3. Direct entry applicants sit for the screening exam.
Hi blessing,
I scored 287 in jamb do i stand a chance of studying pharmacy in uniben.
Hello Nnamdi,
You stand a chance for Pharmacy.
But you would need to get an excellent score in the Post UTME exam to meet the cut off mark.
Good luck.
Please sir I scored 207 in jamb and am going for nursing science
Do I stand a chance in uniben
Or ubth
Grace,
You can apply to UBTH.
Sir, i got 270 in jamb. What are my chances in uniben
What course?
Pls i scored 280 in jamb , can I study med and Sur in uniben
You stand a higher chance at a less competitive school.
Is there a watsapp group I can join to get information on uniben admission process?
Good day sir I got 220 in jamb to study slt in uniben. What are my chances for admission?
Lawrence,
You have an excellent chance for admission.
Good morning sir I got 229 in jamb for business administration.
What do you see about this.
Victor,
You stand a chance for admission if you get a high score in your Post UTME.
Good evening ma
I got 217 in jamb and I want to study mass com.
Do I stand a chance of gaining admission
Princess,
You stand a chance for admission if you get a high score in your Post UTME.
But your chances would be higher at a State uni.
I scored 239 in jamb can I study medicine and surgery in uniben
Your JAMB score is low for UNIBEN.
Sir I got 260 in JAMB is there any chance of me being admitted into the Law department of UNIBEN
Your JAMB score is low for UNIBEN.
You can consider AAU if you are from Edo State.
How do I get the update from UNIBEN on WhatsApp and if am writing my post utme must I go to UNIBEN to write it
You can join my Facebook group
Good afternoon sir, I got 230 in Jamb and don’t know if it would be enough to study computer science in UNIBEN???
Kenny,
Your chances are slim, except you get an excellent performance in the Post UTME to beat the cut off mark.
You stand a higher chance in a less competitive school.
I got 239 in jamb and I want to studies mechanical engineering on uniben will is it possible
A good score, but your chances are slim in UNIBEN.
I score 233 can I read law with this
No, Denny
Hello I scored 220 I’m my jamb and I want to study nursing
What are my chances
Confidence,
You do not stand a chance for admission to Nursing at UNIBEN.
You must apply to a State school, preferably a less competitive course.
I got 245in jamb ,can I use this to study pharmacy in Uniben
No, Antimony
Your JAMB score is low for Pharmacy.
Hello I got E in literature and. I want to study mass com in uniben although I got 234 in Jamb will I get addmission
See the correct subject combination for Mass communication here.
Your chances for admission depends on meeting the cut off mark.
Hello, I scored 239 in my jamb and i want to study theatre art. Are my chances of gaining admission sure?
Not sure, Precious
But with a high Post UTME score, you will get admission to study Theatre Arts.
Sir i got 218 in my jamb can i still get admission into uniben for petroleum engineering
Favour,
It depends on whether your aggregate score would reach the cut-off mark for Petroleum Engineering.
I was supposed to study mass com but I switched to post science Bec I had an E in literature what chance do I have cause am not totally good in maths and economic (CALCULATION) And am afraid am going for uniben what will I do to get admission
Vincent,
The tips in this post should help you conquer your fears.
is it advisable to use 219 to apply for slt
Osaze,
It is possible if you get a high Post UTME score.
I scored 256 in jamb and want to study law, pls what are my chances
Monday,
You stand a low chance of admission to study Law at UNIBEN.
I scored 204 in my jamb and I want to study SLT at Uniben is it possible
Yes,
It is possible.
Sir, I got 201 in jamb and I want to study English and literature, is there any hope of me getting admission?
Favour,
Your JAMB score is quite low for English and Literature.
You would get the admission if you can get a high aggregate score.
Sir I scored 209 to study radiography is it possible to gain admission to uniben
Hello,
Your JAMB score is low for Radiography at UNIBEN.
Sir ,I got 219 as my jamb score…is there any hope of getting admission into law department?
Hello Gloria,
Your JAMB score is low to study Law at UNIBEN.
It is advisable to change to a less competitive course.
Let me know if you have any further questions.
Sir I got 220 in jamb and I wanted to study Mass communication but I did change of course to estate management can I still be given admission
Hello Gifted,
You have a chance of admission though it’s a low chance.
I score 204 in Jamb and i want to study Business Administration in University of Benin. i don’t know if i will gain admission because of my Jamb score
Gift,
Your JAMB score is low for UNIBEN.
Sir pls how about direct entry
Hello Precious,
Are you inquiring about DE students that apply via JAMB?
Hello sir,pls i scored 247 in jamb,any hope for nursing science?
Hello Blossom,
It’s a slim hope.
Hello I scored 215 in my jamb,is there a chance for me to study chemical engineering in uniben?
Hello Blessing,
There’s almost no chance of that happening with your score. I suggest you do a chance of a course.
SIR I GOT 217 FOR MECHANICAL ENGINEERING AMAN INDIGENE WILL I BE ADMITTED
Hello John,
Your chance of admission is low.
I got 225 in my jamb and i want to study physiotherapy. Can i be given admission
Hello Rasheedat,
Aim at getting a high POST UTME score. It will make the admission possible.
Sir, I got 222 in my JAMB first sitting to study Accounting, will I be given admission?
Hello Blessing,
Your score is low and may not get you admission into the department you want.
Sir I got 250 in jamb and I want to study medicine and surgery I don’t know if I can be given admission ??
Hello Joseph,
Your JAMB score for Medicine and Surgery is a bit low. But, if you get a high Post UTME score, you may stand a chance for admission.
Let me know if you have further questions.