UDUSOK Certificate Verification at a Glance
UDUSOK certificate verification has been announced for finalists and graduates across the 2022 to 2026 sessions.
- 2025/2026 finalists are scheduled for 24 August to 7 September 2026.
- Original JAMB and qualifying academic documents are required.
- Direct Entry students need their diploma, NCE certificate or transcript.
- Verification officers have been assigned across faculties and departments.
Read on for the required documents, dates and checks before verification.
Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto has announced a Certificate and Testimonial Verification Exercise covering students from the 2022 to 2026 academic sessions, with graduating students expected to present their original academic and admission records to the verification officers assigned to their courses.
For 2025/2026 graduating students, verification will be held from Monday, 24 August to Monday, 7 September 2026. The exercise for students from the 2022 to 2025 sessions is already underway.
The stated arrangements differ according to the session:
- 2025/2026 graduating students: 24 August to 7 September 2026
- Students from the 2022 to 2025 sessions: verification is already underway
Finalists are expected to complete the process within the stated period to prevent delays in graduation clearance.
Finalists Must Report To Their Assigned Verification Officers
Each finalist is required to present himself or herself to the verification officer assigned to the relevant course.
Fourteen committee members have been assigned across faculties and departments to handle the exercise, with their contact numbers included in the relevant memo for students who need guidance.
Candidates should therefore use the officer assigned to their course when presenting their documents.
Original Documents Are Required For Verification
Finalists are required to present original copies of the documents that apply to their academic record.
The required documents include:
- UTME result
- JAMB admission letter
- WAEC certificate, NECO certificate or NABTEB certificate
- A duly signed examination broadsheet, where applicable
- Diploma or NCE certificate or transcript for Direct Entry students
- Confirmation letter
- Certificate of Local Government Indigeneship
Students should present the original documents relevant to their admission route and academic record.
UTME Result And JAMB Admission Letter Are Part Of The Checks
The verification process includes the student’s original UTME result and JAMB admission letter.
The UTME result forms part of the admission record to be presented, while the JAMB admission letter is also among the listed original documents.
Students should have both records ready when reporting to the assigned verification officer.
O’Level Certificates Will Be Checked
An original O’Level certificate or the stated alternative is required as part of the verification exercise.
The accept+ed result categories listed for the exercise are:
A duly signed examination broadsheet may also be presented under the stated requirement.
Students should report with the document that applies to their academic record.
Direct Entry Students Need Their Entry Qualification Records
Direct Entry students are required to provide the academic record connected with their admission route.
The listed Direct Entry documents are a diploma, NCE certificate or transcript, depending on the qualification used.
These records form part of the original documents to be presented during verification.
Confirmation Letter And Indigeneship Certificate Are Required
The verification document list also includes a confirmation letter and a Certificate of Local Government Indigeneship.
Students should include these documents with the other records required for their verification, rather than reporting with academic certificates alone.
The verification officer will handle the process according to the student’s assigned course.
Fourteen Committee Members Have Been Assigned
Fourteen committee members have been assigned across faculties and departments for the Certificate and Testimonial Verification Exercise.
Their contact numbers are included in the memo for students’ guidance.
Finalists should report to the officer assigned to their course rather than choosing another verification point without reference to the stated assignment.
The Exercise Covers Academic Record Authentication
The verification exercise is being carried out to authenticate academic records ahead of graduation and certificate issuance.
The circular on the exercise was copied to senior university officers, including the Vice Chancellor, Deputy Vice Chancellors, Registrar and Dean of Student Affairs.
For affected students, completion of the verification process forms part of the steps connected with graduation clearance.
Finalists Should Complete Verification Within The Stated Period
Students covered by the 2025/2026 graduating class have a verification period running from 24 August to 7 September 2026.
Finalists have been urged to complete the exercise within the stated time so that their graduation clearance is not delayed.
Preparing the original documents before reporting to the assigned officer may help the student complete the required checks within the available period.
UDUSOK Certificate Verification Troubleshooter
| Issue | What To Check | Requirement | Suitable Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| 📅 Verification date concern | Check the student’s academic session | 2025/2026 finalists are scheduled for 24 August to 7 September 2026 | Attend within the stated period |
| 👤 Verification officer unclear | Check the officer assigned to the student’s course | Finalists are to report to their assigned verification officer | Use the faculty or department assignment stated in the memo |
| 📄 JAMB document missing | Check the original UTME result and admission letter | Both records are listed for verification | Prepare the original documents before reporting |
| 📝 O’Level record concern | Check whether the student has WAEC, NECO, NABTEB or the stated broadsheet | The applicable O’Level record is required | Present the original document that applies |
| 🎓 Direct Entry record missing | Check the qualification used for Direct Entry | Diploma, NCE certificate or transcript is required where applicable | Take the relevant original entry record |
| 🏠 Indigeneship document missing | Check for the Certificate of Local Government Indigeneship | The certificate is part of the listed records | Include it with the verification documents |
| ✉️ Confirmation letter missing | Check whether the confirmation letter is available | A confirmation letter is among the required records | Prepare it before attending verification |
| ⏳ Clearance delay concern | Check whether verification has been completed within the stated period | Finalists are urged to complete verification on time | Report within the scheduled period to avoid graduation clearance delays |