UNICAL Releases A Complete Registration Guidelines for 2026/2027 Session.

By SNOW TV NEWS DESK

The University of Calabar (UNICAL) Student Union Government (SUG) has issued an update on the challenges students are facing with the newly upgraded student portal, including OTP delivery problems for returning students and difficulties accessing acceptance fee receipts among freshers.

In a notice released by the Office of the Director of Information, SUG, the union explained that the portal activation process for returning students has not yet commenced, urging students to remain patient while the relevant authorities work to resolve the issue.

Returning Students Await Portal Activation

According to the notice, returning students have experienced difficulties receiving the One-Time Password (OTP) required to activate their student portals through their email addresses.

The SUG disclosed that it had visited the Directorate of Information and Innovation to present the challenges affecting students.

It added that a meeting was ongoing among the relevant authorities to address the situation. Students will be notified when the portal is activated and they can proceed with the activation process.

The union advised returning students to remain calm and wait for further official announcements.

Freshers Asked to Submit Acceptance Fee Receipts

Meanwhile, newly admitted students who paid their acceptance fees before the recent portal upgrade but can no longer access their receipts or payment records have been given a directive.

The affected students are required to submit hard copies of their acceptance fee payment receipts to the Directorate of Information, Student Union Government.

According to the notice, the receipts will be forwarded to the appropriate authorities at the Directorate of Information and Innovation to facilitate the updating of the affected students’ records on the new portal.

Freshers experiencing the issue have been advised to submit their receipts promptly to avoid unnecessary delays in updating their records.

SUG Urges Students to Follow Official Updates

The Office of the Director of Information reaffirmed its commitment to providing students with timely and accurate information regarding registration, portal updates and other campus developments.

Students were also advised to rely on the SUG’s official communication channels for verified information and avoid spreading unconfirmed reports.

The union expressed appreciation for the patience and cooperation of students as the relevant authorities work towards resolving the portal-related challenges.

New Registration Guidelines for 2026/2027 Session

Registration Procedures for Fresh Students

Newly admitted undergraduate students are expected to complete the following steps:

1. Check their admission status using the purchased PIN and JAMB registration number.
2. Print their admission notification after confirming admission.
3. Pay the required acceptance fee through approved payment channels.
4. Upload the necessary documents, including birth certificate, local government certificate, National Identification Number (NIN), O’level results, examination number and other required credentials. Medical reports are optional.
5. Complete departmental screening.
6. Pay school fees, register their courses and print their payment receipts and course registration forms.

Guidelines for Returning Students

Returning undergraduate students are also required to complete specific registration procedures for the new academic session.

These include:

1. Verifying their academic records through the university’s results service.
2. Uploading their previous session’s school fees receipt where required.
3. Paying the current session’s school fees and printing the payment receipt.
4. Registering their courses, including outstanding carry-over courses and electives where applicable.

Important Information for All Students

The university has encouraged students to consult the Help section of the portal for answers to frequently asked questions and assistance with registration challenges.

According to the notice, payments should be made using a bank debit card or local bank transfer through the approved payment process on the portal.

Students have also been advised to use the official university portal for the stated registration procedures rather than relying on other portals.

The SUG Directorate of Information urged students to take the guidelines seriously and ensure that all registration requirements are completed accordingly.

Students experiencing difficulties are encouraged to contact the appropriate university authorities for assistance.

The union also called on students to share the information with their friends, coursemates and departmental groups to ensure that everyone is adequately informed about the registration process.