Sa'adu Zungur University (BASUG) Releases Merit List, Screening Sept 8-22

Sa'adu Zungur University (formerly BASUG) in Bauchi State has released its merit admission list for undergraduate programs in the 2025/2026 academic session. Physical screening runs from September 8-22, 2025.

Screening Details

• Start Date: Monday, September 8, 2025
• End Date: Monday, September 22, 2025
• Duration: Two weeks
• Venue: Respective program campuses (check admission list for your location)

How to Check the Merit List

To verify if you've been shortlisted:

1. Visit Sa'adu Zungur University's official portal
2. Navigate to admissions section
3. Click on "2025/2026 Merit Admission List"
4. Search for your name or JAMB registration number
5. Note your program and assigned campus for screening

The complete merit list is published on the university's website and portal.

Required Documents for Screening

Bring originals and photocopies of these documents:

Mandatory Documents:

• SSCE Result: Computer printout from examination body
• JAMB Result: 2025 UTME result slip
• Online Screening Form: Printed from university portal
• Passport Photographs: Recent colored photos
• O'Level Scratch Card: For result verification

Additional Documents (if applicable):

• Birth certificate or age declaration
• Local government identification letter
• Change of course/institution form (if applicable)
• Direct Entry credentials (for DE candidates)

Critical Pre-Screening Requirement

Upload O'Level Results to JAMB Portal

Before attending physical screening, you MUST:

1. Visit any accredited JAMB CBT center
2. Upload your O'Level results to JAMB Portal
3. Verify successful upload
4. Print confirmation (if available)

Without JAMB portal O'Level upload, your screening may be rejected.

Screening Process

What to expect during the two-week screening period:

1. Document Verification: Staff verify all submitted documents
2. Credential Authentication: O'Level and JAMB results checked
3. Biometric Capture: Photos and fingerprints taken
4. Form Completion: Additional forms filled
5. Clearance: Final approval for admission processing

After Screening

Timeline: 2-3 days after your screening

What to Do:

1. Check JAMB CAPS (Central Admission Processing System)
2. Look for admission status from Sa'adu Zungur University
3. If admitted, accept admission on JAMB CAPS
4. Print admission letter from JAMB portal
5. Return to university portal for registration details

Important: Only candidates who accept admission through JAMB CAPS can access further admission information on the university portal.

Screening Preparation Tips

• Upload to JAMB first: Don't skip this critical step
• Arrive early: Screening venues can be crowded
• Organize documents: Keep them in a folder for easy presentation
• Dress appropriately: Business casual or formal wear
• Bring photocopies: Have extra copies of all documents
• Check location: Know your assigned campus before the day

Common Screening Mistakes to Avoid

• Not uploading O'Level to JAMB portal beforehand
• Bringing only photocopies (originals required for verification)
• Missing required documents
• Arriving at wrong campus location
• Forgetting online screening form printout
• Not checking JAMB CAPS after screening

About Sa'adu Zungur University

Formerly known as BASUG (Bauchi State University, Gadau), Sa'adu Zungur University is located in Bauchi State and offers programs across various faculties:

• Sciences
• Arts and Humanities
• Social Sciences
• Education
• Agriculture
• Management Sciences

Contact Information

For screening inquiries:

• Visit the university's admissions office
• Check the official university website regularly
• Contact your assigned faculty/department

Important Reminders

• Merit list only: This is the first batch - supplementary lists may follow
• Screening is mandatory: Being on the merit list doesn't guarantee admission without screening
• JAMB CAPS crucial: You must accept through JAMB to complete admission
• Two-week window: Don't wait until September 22 - screen early
• Upload first: JAMB portal O'Level upload is non-negotiable

Congratulations if your name appears on the merit list! Follow these instructions carefully to secure your admission at Sa'adu Zungur University.

Source: Sa'adu Zungur University (formerly BASUG) admissions office