University of Ibadan Unveils 2026 Academic Levies and Registration Protocol for Incoming Students
The University of Ibadan (UI), a premier institution in Nigeria, has officially released the payment schedule for mandatory levies and comprehensive course registration guidelines for fresh students admitted for the 2025/2026 academic session. This announcement, published on the university's official website in March 2026, provides crucial information for new undergraduates to ensure a smooth transition into academic life.
Mandatory Levies and Specialized Fees for UI Freshers
According to the university's detailed notice, all fresh students are required to pay several compulsory fees through the Remita payment platform. These include:
- Bundle Fee (for 100-300 level students) or School Fee (for 400 level and above)
- Technology Levy
- Utility Levy
Additionally, specialized professional levies apply to specific faculties:
- Health Professional Levy/Laboratory Professional Fee: Mandatory for all College of Medicine students
- Special Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) Levy: Required for Faculty of Veterinary Medicine students
The university emphasizes that successful payment of all mandatory fees is a prerequisite for proceeding to course registration. This financial clearance system ensures that students have fulfilled their financial obligations before accessing academic registration services.
Step-by-Step Payment Process via UI Student Portal
Fresh students must follow a structured payment procedure through the university's official student portal:
- Portal Access: Log in to https://student-portal.ui.edu.ng using your institutional email or matric number as username, with your last name in lowercase as the initial password
- Password Update: After initial login, change your password to a secure personal password
- Fee Navigation: Access the Fees section from the dashboard menu and select "my fees"
- Fee Selection: Choose the appropriate fee categories for payment
- Payment Processing: Confirm payment details and proceed to the Remita platform for transaction completion using card, bank transfer, or other available options
Payment Confirmation and Verification Procedures
Following successful payment, students must verify their transaction status:
- Return to the registration portal and navigate to Fees > Transactions
- Check payment status and view detailed payment information
- Download PDF receipts for personal records
- Monitor institutional email for Remita payment receipts
- Use the refresh function to update status in case of transaction discrepancies
Comprehensive Course Registration Guidelines
Once financial clearance is confirmed, fresh students can proceed to course registration through the university's Learning Management System (LMS). The registration process includes:
- Accessing detailed enrollment guidance at https://ui.edu.ng/news/100l-guide-enrollment-lms
- Reviewing specific courses available for registration
- Understanding course prerequisites and requirements
- Adhering to minimum and maximum unit registration limits
- Completing all registration steps within designated timelines
The University of Ibadan administration stresses that course registration is strictly contingent upon full payment of all mandatory levies. This policy maintains academic integrity and ensures proper resource allocation for the incoming student cohort.
As one of Africa's leading tertiary institutions, the University of Ibadan continues to implement structured administrative processes to support student success. These newly released guidelines provide clear direction for fresh students navigating their initial academic and financial responsibilities at the prestigious institution.
