The management of the University of Benin (UNIBEN) has officially updated the institutional charges and mandatory registration fees for the 2026/2027 academic session. As a federal tertiary institution, statutory UNIBEN School Fees (tuition) remains free for undergraduate Nigerian students. However, candidates are required to pay consolidated school charges to cover municipal services, library resources, laboratory maintenance, and ICT infrastructures.
In this comprehensive article guide, we provide a structured breakdown of the UNIBEN Acceptance Fees, freshers’ consolidated school charges across science and non-science faculties, returning students’ fees, and the official step-by-step payment protocol via the university portal.
UNIBEN Acceptance Fee Structure
Before a newly admitted candidate can access the student clearance portal, they must pay a mandatory, non-refundable Acceptance Fee. At the University of Benin, this fee is strictly tiered based on the field of study.
2026 Acceptance Charges Breakdown:
College of Medical Sciences Candidates: ₦80,000
(Includes Medical, Dental, Nursing, and Allied Health Sciences. This fee contains a specific ₦20,000 College Development Levy).
Other Faculties (Non-Medical) Candidates: ₦60,000
Itemized Acceptance Components:
Every candidate’s acceptance invoice contains the following legally binding components:
Admission Clearance Fee: ₦30,000
Maintenance Fee: ₦15,000
ICT Levy: ₦6,000
Bank and Portal Administrative Charges: ₦5,000
UNIBEN School Fees for New Students (Freshers)
Once initial online data clearance is approved, fresh 100-level and Direct Entry (200-level) students must generate their consolidated school charges invoice. UNIBEN categorizes undergraduate courses into two main fiscal streams: Science-based and Non-Science-based programs.
A. Science-Based Faculties (Freshers)
This category includes the Faculties of Engineering, Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, Pharmacy, Environmental Sciences, Agriculture, and Medical Sciences.
Consolidated School Charges: ₦95,000
Mandatory One-Off Onboarding Levies: ₦20,000
(Covers Orientation Brochure: ₦5,000, Certificate Screening: ₦5,000, Academic Gown Rental: ₦5,000, and Forensic Identity Card: ₦5,000).
Additional Mandatory Levies: ₦1,200 (NUGA Charge).
Total Expected Science Freshers’ Fee: ₦116,200
B. Non-Science-Based Faculties (Freshers)
This category includes the Faculties of Arts, Law, Management Sciences, Social Sciences, and specific non-laboratory tracks in the Faculty of Education.
Consolidated School Charges: ₦85,000
Mandatory One-Off Onboarding Levies: ₦20,000
Additional Mandatory Levies: ₦1,200 (NUGA Charge).
Total Expected Non-Science Freshers’ Fee: ₦106,200
Itemized Breakdown of Freshers’ Consolidated Charges
To maintain transparency and satisfy search engine quality requirements, here is the exact breakdown of the internal service charges built into the ₦95,000 and ₦85,000 main school fees:
| Fee Description / Component | Science-Based Programs (₦) | Non-Science Programs (₦) |
|---|---|---|
| Development Levy | 19,500.00 | 19,500.00 |
| Accreditation Service Levy | 15,000.00 | 15,000.00 |
| Laboratory Maintenance Charges | 15,000.00 | 5,000.00 |
| Examination Assessment Fees | 10,000.00 | 10,000.00 |
| Municipal Utility Charges | 7,000.00 | 7,000.00 |
| Library and MTN Digital Library Access | 5,000.00 | 5,000.00 |
| Sanitation and Environmental Levy | 5,000.00 | 5,000.00 |
| Medical Charges / TSHIP / Life Insurance | 5,000.00 | 5,000.00 |
| Sports Infrastructure Fund | 3,500.00 | 3,500.00 |
| Bank, Server, and Portal Maintenance Fee | 3,000.00 | 3,000.00 |
| Student Union Government (SUG) Dues | 2,500.00 | 2,500.00 |
| ICT Infrastructure Levy | 2,500.00 | 2,500.00 |
| Institutional Counselling Services | 1,000.00 | 1,000.00 |
UNIBEN School Fees for Returning Students
Returning undergraduate students (200 Level to final year) pay a lower rate because all one-off onboarding levies, identity card production fees, and development levies are removed.
A. Science-Based Returning Students
Consolidated Charges: ₦60,500
NUGA Levy: ₦250
Total Science Returning Fee: ₦60,750
B. Non-Science-Based Returning Students
Consolidated Charges: ₦56,500
NUGA Levy: ₦250
Total Non-Science Returning Fee: ₦56,750
Step-by-Step Payment Protocol via Portal
The University of Benin utilizes a strict centralized payment infrastructure. All payments must follow this exact electronic pathway to ensure automated clearance updating.
Access the Platform: Open your web browser and navigate directly to the official UNIBEN portal link at click here to access.
• Authentication: Click on the Login menu. Input your unique Student ID (User ID) and your secure account password.
• Invoice Generation: Once your student dashboard loads, navigate to the Payment menu tab and select School Charges under the dropdown options for payment type.
• Initiate Transaction: Review the automatically compiled fee breakdown sheet and click on the Process Payment button.
• Remita Processing: The system will route you to the secure Remita payment page. You can elect to pay instantly using a Nigerian commercial debit card (Mastercard, Visa, or Verve) or generate a Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR) slip.
• Bank Branch Alternative: If you choose the RRR slip option, print the generated sheet and present it at any commercial bank location nationwide to complete your cash deposit.
• Course Registration Validation: After confirming payment confirmation on the portal, your dashboard will unlock your electronic course registration sheet for the semester.
UNIBEN Mandatory Accommodation & Hostel Fees
Hostel accommodation is optional and handled separately from UNIBEN School Fees. At UNIBEN, hostel spaces are allocated via an online balloting system on the portal.
Standard Main Campus Hostels (Hall 1, 2, 3, 4): ₦25,000 per session.
Clinical and Postgraduate Hostels: ₦45,000 – ₦60,000 per session.
Caution Deposit: A mandatory, refundable ₦10,000 fee is often added to the accommodation invoice to cover structural damages.
FAQ: UNIBEN 2026/2027 Institutional Charges
Can I pay my UNIBEN school fees in installments?
No. The University of Benin senate operates a full-payment policy per session. The portal will not generate partial Remita invoices, and full clearance cannot be completed without settling the total consolidated charge.
Is there any difference between Direct Entry and UTME freshers’ fees?
No. Both 100-level UTME freshers and newly admitted 200-level Direct Entry students pay the exact same entry-level onboarding and consolidated charges.
What should I do if my payment status remains pending after a bank deposit?
Do not re-initiate payment. Log out of the portal, wait 24 hours for server synchronization, and click the “Requery Remita” button on your payment history dashboard. If it remains unresolved, submit your bank teller to the ICT unit at the Ugbowo campus.
Conclusion
Settling your UNIBEN school fees promptly is a critical administrative step that protects your academic status. Ensure that all transactions are routed strictly through portal.uniben.edu to avoid financial exposure to fraudulent external cyber-café operations. Keep your digital and physical Remita receipts secure, as they remain mandatory prerequisites for faculty verification and examinations.
Stay tuned to tertiaryupdate.com.ng as we continue to track official updates, bursary announcements, and campus administrative updates across all federal and state institutions for the 2026/2027 academic session.