Quick Summary for Students
The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has extended the application deadline for hostel accommodation for the 2025/2026 academic session. EducationNGR confirmed that students now have until 11:59 p.m., Thursday, 27 November 2025 to submit their applications.
The hostel balloting process will hold on Friday, 28 November 2025, while movement into the halls of residence begins on Wednesday, 3 December 2025.
Key points:
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Application extended by one week
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Application closes: 11:59 p.m., Thursday, 27 November 2025
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Balloting date: Friday, 28 November 2025
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Movement into halls: Wednesday, 3 December 2025
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Only eligible 200–500 level students can apply
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Some hostels are excluded from the ballot
Who Can Apply for UNILAG Hostel Spaces
Only students who meet all the conditions below are eligible to apply:
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Must be in 200 to 500 level
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Must have completed 1st semester 2025/2026 course registration
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Must still fall within the regular duration of their academic programme
Students who do not meet these conditions cannot join the hostel balloting exercise.
How to Apply for Hostel Accommodation
Eligible students should follow these steps:
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Log in to the student portal with valid credentials
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Ensure first-semester course registration for 2025/2026 is completed
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Navigate to the Hostel Accommodation section
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Submit an application for a bed space within the official window
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Confirm that the submission was successful before the deadline
Students should keep evidence of their application for future reference.
How Hostel Balloting and Allocation Will Work
Once the application window closes at 11:59 p.m., Thursday, 27 November 2025, UNILAG will process all valid applications through a random ballot.
Important notes:
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Allocation is done strictly by random balloting
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Every eligible applicant has a fair chance
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There will be no manual selection or preferential treatment
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Balloting holds on Friday, 28 November 2025
Key Dates for the 2025/2026 Session
Students must take note of the following dates:
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Application closes: 11:59 p.m., Thursday, 27 November 2025
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Balloting date: Friday, 28 November 2025
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Movement into hostels: Wednesday, 3 December 2025
These dates guide the entire accommodation process.
Important Restrictions on Eligibility
Some categories of students are not allowed to join the hostel ballot for this session. These include:
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Students staying in El-Kannemi Hall 2
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Students staying in Gbajabiamila
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Students staying in UNILAG Women Society (ULWS)
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Students occupying similar restricted hostels around campus
The Student Affairs Division already has the full list of affected students.
Any restricted student who attempts to participate in the ballot will be reported to the Students’ Disciplinary Board for social misconduct.
Students are strongly advised to follow the rules carefully to avoid penalties.