UNIBEN Recruitment 2026: Official Application Guide & Requirements

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UNIBEN Recruitment 2026: Official Application Guide & Requirements

The University of Benin (UNIBEN), Benin City, Edo State, has officially opened applications for teaching and non-teaching positions across various faculties, departments, centres, and administrative units.

The recruitment exercise commenced on August 27, 2026, and will remain open for six (6) weeks, ending on October 8, 2026.

Key Recruitment Details

Employer: University of Benin (UNIBEN), Benin City, Nigeria.
Application Opening Date: August 27, 2026.
Application Closing Date: October 8, 2026.
Application Portal: uniben.edu/emp/
Eligible Qualifications: SSCE, NCE, OND, HND, Bachelor’s Degrees, Master’s Degrees, and PhDs.

General Requirements & Minimum Qualifications

Teaching Positions

Graduate Assistants: Minimum of Second Class Upper Division degree.
Lecturers & Research Fellows: Minimum of Second Class Upper Division (or Second Class Lower Division with a PhD). Academic posts require demonstrated teaching experience, research publications, and relevant professional registrations.

Non-Teaching & Technical Positions

Administrative & Executive Officers: Third Class degree or HND (not below Lower Credit) for Higher Executive Officers (CONTISS 07), or OND/NCE for Executive Officers (CONTISS 06). Computer literacy and NYSC certificates are required where applicable.
Secretarial & Support Staff: SSCE/NECO/NABTEB with required credits for junior roles (Senior Porter, Office Assistant III); ND/HND in Secretarial Studies/OTM with specified typing speed and experience for Secretarial cadres.
Professional & Medical Cadres: Relevant degrees (e.g., Accounting, Mass Communication, Radiography, Optometry, Medical Laboratory Science) with valid registration with appropriate professional regulatory bodies.

Required Application Formats

Candidates must submit soft copies of their application letter, passport photograph, and detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) via the online job portal. CVs must follow the strict formatting order outlined by the university:

Teaching Staff CV Order	Non-Teaching Staff CV Order
1. Full Names (underline Surname)	1. Full Names (underline Surname)
2. Post Applied For	2. Post Applied For
3. Date and Place of Birth	3. Date and Place of Birth
4. Marital Status & Gender	4. Marital Status & Gender
5. Permanent & Contact Addresses	5. Permanent & Contact Addresses
6. Mobile Phone & Email Address	6. Mobile Phone & Email Address
7. Google Scholar ID & ORCID ID	7. Nationality, State & LGA of Origin
8. Nationality, State & LGA of Origin	8. Number and Age(s) of Children
9. Institutions Attended (with dates)	9. Institutions Attended (with dates)
10. Academic & Professional Qualifications	10. Academic & Professional Qualifications
11. Work Experience & Postings	11. Work Experience
12. Teaching/Research Details & PhD Supervised	12. List of Publications (if applicable)
13. Chronological List of Publications	13. Professional Bodies & Community Service
14. Extracurriculars & 3 Referees	14. Extracurriculars & 3 Referees

How to Apply

Visit the UNIBEN job recruitment portal at https://uniben.edu/emp/.
Review the detailed specifications for your intended role.
Upload your application letter, credentials, passport photograph, and CV structured according to the university guidelines.
Ensure your three (3) referees send their confidential reports directly to the Registrar under sealed cover, referencing your full name and post applied for within one week of the closing date. At least one referee must be from your most recent place of employment.

UNIBEN Salary Structure Overview 2026

As a federal institution, the University of Benin compensates its staff based on the approved salary scales of the Nigerian Federal Government. Academic staff are paid under the Consolidated University Academic Salary Structure (CONUASS), while non-teaching and administrative staff fall under the Consolidated Tertiary Institutions Salary Structure (CONTISS).

Academic Staff Salary Structure (CONUASS)

Faculty salaries are highly competitive and are determined by rank, years of experience, and academic qualifications. Below is the estimated annual baseline salary range for teaching staff:

Academic Rank	Salary Scale	Estimated Annual Salary (₦)
Graduate Assistant	CONUASS 1	1,263,377 – 1,447,767
Assistant Lecturer	CONUASS 2	2,500,000 – 3,500,000
Lecturer II	CONUASS 3	1,649,509 – 1,979,640
Lecturer I	CONUASS 4	3,500,000 – 4,500,000
Senior Lecturer	CONUASS 5	3,091,505 – 5,500,000
Reader (Associate Prof.)	CONUASS 6	3,768,221 – 5,004,750
Professor	CONUASS 7	5,000,000 – 7,000,000

Non-Teaching Staff Salary Structure (CONTISS)

Administrative, technical, and secretarial staff are paid based on the CONTISS scale. Their earnings depend heavily on their grade level:

CONTISS Level	Estimated Annual Salary (₦)
CONTISS 6	698,251 – 1,062,683
CONTISS 7	1,073,217 – 1,589,508
CONTISS 8	1,247,854 – 1,855,515
CONTISS 9	1,449,363 – 2,109,627
CONTISS 11	1,823,167 – 2,578,127
CONTISS 13	2,723,069 – 3,632,404

Allowances and Accommodation Policy

Is there accommodation for teaching staff?

Yes, accommodation is factored into the compensation package. The university either provides official housing quarters for staff or pays a Rent Allowance in lieu of accommodation.

Because Rent Allowance is not consolidated into the basic basic salary package, it is paid out separately to any officer who is not provided accommodation at the government’s expense.

Other Standard Allowances:

Most basic allowances are consolidated into the salary packages, meaning they are paid together with the basic salary. These include:

Transport Allowance & Meal Subsidy
Utility & Leave Grants
Journal & Research Allowances (for Academic Staff)
Furniture & Examination Administration Allowances
Hazard Allowance (Specifically for medical and laboratory fields)

If you meet the qualifications and are interested in the recruitment, use the link above to apply online.

Kindly note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for subsequent stages of the selection process.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. When is the deadline for the UNIBEN 2026 recruitment?

The application window runs for six weeks from the date of publication (August 27, 2026). The expected closing date is October 8, 2026.

2. How do I apply for a job at the University of Benin?

Candidates must submit their applications via the university’s online application portal, uploading a detailed Curriculum Vitae and a passport photograph.

3. What is the minimum degree required for teaching positions?

The basic qualification for teaching roles is a first degree not below a Second-Class Upper Division, or a Second-Class Lower Division if the candidate holds a PhD.

4. Is the NYSC discharge certificate compulsory?

Yes, an NYSC certificate is required for most administrative and academic roles, including Administrative Assistants, Executive Officers, and Technologists.

5. How should my professional referees submit their recommendations?

Referees must send their reports directly to the Registrar under a confidential seal no later than one week after the close of the application. The report must bear the applicant’s full name and the post applied for. At least one referee must be from your most recent place of employment.

6. Will all applicants be called for an interview?

No, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by the university. Those contacted will be required to bring along the original copies of their credentials during the next phase.

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Disclaimer: Please note that CAREERPLY is not recruiting. This information is provided strictly for educational and informational purposes. For official updates, please visit the official UNIBEN portal or check notices on campus.