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ABU Zaria Extends Postgraduate Application Deadline for 2025/2026

Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria has announced an extension of the deadline for the online sale of postgraduate application forms for the 2025/2026 academic session. The original closing date of Friday, 31 October 2025, has now been moved to Sunday, 30 November 2025.

This extension gives prospective applicants more time to complete their forms and prepare supporting documents. Interested candidates can access detailed information about the available programmes and admission requirements on the Postgraduate College website or purchase the forms directly through the university’s online portal .

Application Process and Requirements at ABU

  • The postgraduate application form costs ₦10,000, excluding bank charges.
  • PhD applicants must upload a concise proposal of no more than 300 words.
  • All applicants must provide valid phone numbers and email addresses for correspondence.
  • Candidates are required to have at least five O’Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics, obtained in not more than two sittings.

These requirements uphold the academic standards of ABU’s postgraduate programmes.

Support for Applicants

For inquiries or assistance, candidates can contact the Postgraduate College Call Centre through the following numbers:
📞 09131273978 or 08062961194.

Support staff are available to help with form payments, document uploads, and navigation of the online portal.

Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) encourages all interested graduates to take advantage of this deadline extension and complete their applications before 30 November 2025.

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ABU Important Admission Notice to Candidates 2025/2026

The management of Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) has issued an important update for candidates awaiting the 2025/2026 admission list. Students who have secured admission are advised to accept their offers and print their JAMB admission letters through the JAMB CAPS portal without delay.

Within the first few days of release, many candidates were found to have been recommended by their faculties but had yet to upload their O’ level results on the JAMB portal. Until this step is completed, their admission process remains incomplete. Affected students should visit any JAMB-accredited CBT centre to upload their results immediately to avoid losing their admission.

 

 

Admission Closing Date and Important Deadlines

In line with the 2025 JAMB policy, the ABU admission exercise closes on 31 October 2025. Candidates who are yet to be admitted, especially into oversubscribed programmes like Architecture, MBBS, Nursing Science, Pharmacy, Medical Laboratory Science, Medical Radiography, Dental Surgery, Civil Law, Mass Communication, Computer Engineering, and International Studies, are encouraged to consider other available courses.

Programmes with Limited Slots and Recommended Alternatives

Architecture

Students with Geography, Mathematics, and Physics can switch to:
Building, Geomatics, Quantity Surveying, Geography & Environmental Management, Urban & Regional Planning, Sustainable Environmental Studies, Mathematics, Physics, or Statistics.

MBBS, Nursing, Pharmacy, and Related Courses

Applicants with Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry may change to:
Agricultural and Bio-Resources Engineering, Polymer & Textile Engineering, Water Resources & Environmental Engineering, Mining Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or Statistics.

Those offering Biology, Botany, Chemistry, or related subjects can apply for:
Fisheries & Aquaculture, Forestry & Wildlife Management, Geology, Health Education, Glass & Silicate Technology, Biology Education, Chemistry Education, or Home Economics Education.

Computer and Civil Engineering

Candidates with Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry can move to:
Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering, Agricultural & Bio-Resources Engineering, or related fields.
Those offering Computer Studies can also opt for Mathematics, Physics, or Statistics.

Civil Law and Sharia Law

Law candidates can switch to History, Literature in English, Language Arts, Sociology, Guidance and Counselling, or Islamic Studies, depending on their subject combinations.

International Studies and Mass Communication

Students can transfer to Sociology, Social Studies, Guidance and Counselling, Archaeology, or Local Government and Development Studies.

Checking and Updating Results

After making a change of course, students should confirm their O’ level uploads remain visible on the JAMB portal. Sometimes, the results may drop after a course change, so double-checking prevents issues later.

Contact and Support

For ABU admission enquiries, candidates, parents, or staff can reach out between 9:00 am and 6:00 pm daily via:

  • 07076086821
  • 08114569297
  • 09090170145

Those advised to switch to another programme should do so by Friday, 24 October 2025, or risk having their slots reallocated.

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ABU Releases Its Academic Calendar for 2025/2026

Ahmadu Bello University has released the approved academic calendar for the 2025/2026 session. It covers registration, lectures, breaks, and examination dates for both semesters. Students are urged to check the timetable closely and prepare ahead.

Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, has now rolled out its official academic calendar for the 2025/2026 session. The approval was sealed during the Senate’s 554th meeting held on Thursday, 25 September 2025. For many students, this calendar is the compass guiding their year. Miss a week, and you might feel lost in the shuffle.

First Semester Schedule

The semester is packed, yet balanced with breaks here and there:

  • Registration: Monday 5 January – Saturday 17 January 2026 (2 weeks)
  • Lectures Begin: Monday 12 January – Saturday 21 March 2026 (10 weeks)
  • Mid-Semester Break: Monday 23 March – Saturday 28 March 2026 (1 week)
  • Lectures Resume: Monday 30 March – Saturday 25 April 2026 (4 weeks)
  • Final Examinations: Monday 27 April – Saturday 16 May 2026 (3 weeks)
  • End of Semester Break: Monday 18 May – Saturday 30 May 2026 (2 weeks)

Add or drop courses? That window opens from Monday 2 February – Saturday 14 February 2026.

Second Semester Timetable

Students will need to gather their strength, as the second half moves quickly:

  • Lectures: Monday 1 June – Saturday 25 July 2026 (8 weeks)
  • Mid-Semester Break: Monday 27 July – Saturday 1 August 2026 (1 week)
  • Lectures Resume: Monday 3 August – Saturday 12 September 2026 (6 weeks)
  • Final Examinations: Monday 14 September – Saturday 3 October 2026 (3 weeks)

The add/drop period comes early, from Monday 22 June – Saturday 4 July 2026.

And yes, all national and state public holidays will be observed.

Processing of Results: First Semester

The calendar also carves out dates for results processing and approvals:

  • Departmental uploads: 5 – 10 January 2026
  • Course evaluation & exam card printing: 13 – 18 April 2026
  • Marking of exams: 18 May – 13 June 2026
  • Departmental Board meetings: 15 – 27 June 2026
  • Faculty Board meetings: 29 June – 4 July 2026
  • Senate Standing Committee: 6 – 18 July 2026
  • Graduating results to Senate: 30 July 2026

Processing of Results: Second Semester

A similar flow is set for the second half of the year:

  • Departmental uploads: 25 – 30 May 2026
  • Course evaluation & exam card printing: 31 August – 5 September 2026
  • Marking period: 5 – 31 October 2026
  • Departmental Board meetings: 2 – 14 November 2026
  • Faculty Board meetings: 16 – 21 November 2026
  • Senate Standing Committee: 23 November – 5 December 2026
  • Graduating results to Senate: 24 December 2026
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ABU 1st Batch Merit Admission List 2025/2026 is Out

Ahmadu Bello University has published the admission list for the 2025–2026 academic year. Applicants are to check their status through JAMB CAPS and follow the next steps. Read below for guidance and meanings of the possible responses.

Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) has finally rolled out its admission list for the 2025/2026 academic session. The news has spread quickly, stirring excitement and some nervous tension among candidates who took part in the screening. For many, this marks the start of a fresh chapter, a door creaking open into the long-awaited university life.

How to Check the ABU Admission List

At the moment, all checking must be done through the JAMB CAPS portal. The process is not hard, though a bit tricky for first-timers. Follow these steps carefully:

  • Visit the JAMB EFacility portal.
  • Enter your JAMB username and password to log in.
  • Scroll down until you see Check Admission Status and click it.
  • Select Access my CAPS.
  • Click on Admission Status to view your offer.

Phone users may need to tweak their browser. If you only see the welcome page, switch to desktop mode. On Chrome, this is done by selecting request desktop site, and the full page will load.

What the Different Responses Mean on JAMB CAPS

You might not always see the word “congratulations.” Here is what each message stands for:

  • Admission Offered: JAMB has given the green light. You can accept or reject the admission right there.
  • Admission in Progress (AIP): The school has pushed your name forward, but JAMB is still reviewing.
  • Recommended: Your name is on the school’s desk, waiting for JAMB to stamp approval.
  • Not Admitted: Your name is not on the list yet. Either the school has not uploaded all names, or your case is still hanging.
  • Pending: No decision yet. Your application is still being weighed.

After Admission, What Next?

If you see that golden “Admission Offered,” do not sit on it. Quickly send ACCEPT or REJECT to 55019 or 66019 using the phone number tied to your JAMB profile. Once you accept, go on to print your JAMB admission letter. This letter will be needed later for clearance and record keeping.

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ABU 1st Bacth Merit Admission List 2025/2026 is Out

Ahmadu Bello University has published the admission list for the 2025–2026 academic year. Applicants are to check their status through JAMB CAPS and follow the next steps. Read below for guidance and meanings of the possible responses.

Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) has finally rolled out its admission list for the 2025–2026 academic session. The news has spread quickly, stirring excitement and some nervous tension among candidates who took part in the screening. For many, this marks the start of a fresh chapter, a door creaking open into the long-awaited university life.

How to Check the ABU Admission List

At the moment, all checking must be done through the JAMB CAPS portal. The process is not hard, though a bit tricky for first-timers. Follow these steps carefully:

  • Visit the JAMB EFacility portal.
  • Enter your JAMB username and password to log in.
  • Scroll down until you see Check Admission Status and click it.
  • Select Access my CAPS.
  • Click on Admission Status to view your offer.

Phone users may need to tweak their browser. If you only see the welcome page, switch to desktop mode. On Chrome, this is done by selecting request desktop site, and the full page will load.

What the Different Responses Mean on JAMB CAPS

You might not always see the word “congratulations.” Here is what each message stands for:

  • Admission Offered: JAMB has given the green light. You can accept or reject the admission right there.
  • Admission in Progress (AIP): The school has pushed your name forward, but JAMB is still reviewing.
  • Recommended: Your name is on the school’s desk, waiting for JAMB to stamp approval.
  • Not Admitted: Your name is not on the list yet. Either the school has not uploaded all names, or your case is still hanging.
  • Pending: No decision yet. Your application is still being weighed.

After Admission, What Next?

If you see that golden “Admission Offered,” do not sit on it. Quickly send ACCEPT or REJECT to 55019 or 66019 using the phone number tied to your JAMB profile. Once you accept, go on to print your JAMB admission letter. This letter will be needed later for clearance and record keeping.

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ABU Mop-Up Post UTME Screening Exercise 2025/2026

Ahmadu Bello University has fixed a mop-up Post-UTME screening for 2025/2026 applicants who missed their first test or changed from other schools. The exercise holds on Wednesday, 28th August 2025, at the Iya Abubakar Institute, 8:00 AM. All concerned candidates are advised to attend, as this will be the final chance.

There are second chances, and then there’s this. Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, has set a mop-up Post-UTME screening for those who couldn’t attend their earlier test or who shifted from another university into ABU. For many, it is the last bridge before admission slips start flying.

The date is Wednesday, 28th August 2025. The venue, Iya Abubakar Institute of Information and Communication Technology. Time? Bright and early, 8:00 AM sharp.

Why the Mop-Up Matters

ABU already sent out bulletins in July and August, but not everyone caught the wave. Some missed their slot, others switched schools midway. This mop-up, as the name suggests, sweeps all of them together.

The university has made it clear: this is the final window. No whispers of another round. So if you are on that list, better pack your documents, set your alarm, and show up.

Quick Notes for Candidates

  • Date: Wednesday, 28th August 2025
  • Venue: Iya Abubakar Institute of ICT, Zaria
  • Time: 8:00 AM
  • Category: Candidates who missed earlier tests or changed to ABU.
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Important Update on ABU Post UTME/DE Application 2025/2026

ABU Zaria has opened its 2025 Post UTME and Direct Entry screening for first-choice candidates. If you scored 180 or above, or hold valid DE credentials, this is your window. Registration runs from 4 to 21 August.

Latest Update:

Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria has acknowledged technical difficulties affecting some candidates in the ongoing Post-UTME/Direct Entry (DE) registration exercise.

According to a Special Bulletin released on Monday, several categories of candidates have reported problems with the University’s registration portal. Those affected include applicants from Abuja/FCT and Nasarawa State, students who recently switched to ABU from other institutions, and candidates applying for programmes such as Sustainable Social Development and Sustainable Environmental Standard.

The University also noted cases where candidates who changed their programmes still find their old choices reflected on the portal. Other sundry technical hitches have also been recorded.

In a statement, ABU advised candidates to continue attempting registration while efforts are being made to fix the issues. However, students who remain unable to complete the process online have been directed to report to the Iya Abubakar Institute of Information and Communication Technology (IAIICT) Centre on the date of their scheduled Post-UTME test, where their challenges will be resolved.

The University further assured that the registration portal will remain open until the final date of the screening exercise, giving all applicants ample opportunity to complete their registration.

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ABU Zaria Resit Exam Schedule Dates for 2023/2024

News reaching EduxcationNG now is that In line with the provisions of Part 1 (1) (xiii) of the Examination Management/Examination Regulations, the Senate of Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) has approved the schedule for 2023/2024 Special Resit Examinations at its 539th (Regular) meeting held on Thursday, 29th August, 2024 as follows

  1. Mon. 21st Oct., 2024 to Sat. 26th Oct., 2024 – Registration

  2. Mon. 21 Oct., 2024 to Sat. 2nd Nov., 2024 – Revision

  3. Mon. 4th Nov., 2024 to Sat. 9th Nov., 2024 – Examination

  • Registration:N10,000.00
  • Charges per course by a student: N5,000.00

Note:

  1. The Special Resit Examination is granted to the following categories of students who are unable to graduate:
  2. Final year students with not more than four (4) outstanding courses to graduate. However, the resit is optional for final year students whose residency has not expired.
  3. The 300 level, 500 level and 600 level students of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine.
  4. The 300 level students of pre-clinical programmes in the College of Medical Sciences.

In a Special Resit Examination, the maximum score that can be obtained is the minimum pass score i.e. 40% for classified degrees and 50% for unclassified degrees.

Source: Rabiu Samaila, ABU

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ABU Zaria IDRT Diploma Admission Form 2024/2025 Out

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for admission into ABU Zaria Institute for Development Research & Training (IDRT)  Diploma , 2024/2025 . The under mentioned Diploma Programmes of the Institute for Development Research and Training. Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria for the 2024/2025 academic session.

The forms are available on-line at A.B.U. portal, http://forms.abu.edu.ng/otherforms the cost is N2,500 (excluding bank charges) to be paid at all the participating banks as indicated on-line

METHOD OF APPLICATION for ABU Zaria IDRT Diploma Admission Form 2024/2025

Applications should be made on-line on payment of the prescribed application fee of(N2,500).

Candidates are to visit A.B.U. Portal,http://forms.abu.edu.ng/otherforms and generate Transaction ID, with which they will proceed to the bank to pay before coming back to the portal to fill the form.

CLOSING DATE:

Candidates are to apply not later than

Tuesday, 31 December, 2024.

Signed: Institute Secretary

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ABU Division of Agricultural Colleges (DAC) Admission 2024/2025

ABU Division of Agricultural Colleges (DAC) Admission for 2024/2025. This is to inform the general public that screening forms for admissions into Higher National Diploma (HND)of the Ahmadu Bello University ABU, National Diploma (ND II Special), National Diploma (ND), offered by the three Colleges under Division of Agricultural Colleges (DAC), Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, are now on sale for admission into any of the Colleges

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS for ABU Division of Agricultural Colleges (DAC) Admission

  1. HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA:

All candidates wishing to apply for admission in the Higher National Diploma programmes should have National Diploma with at least Lower Credit in any relevant accredited Agricultural programmes, plus evidence of completion of one- year mandatory industrial training after the National Diploma (ND) programme. Candidates must also have credit passes in the relevant five subjects including: Mathematics, English Language, Chemistry/Physics and Agricultural Science/Biology at WAEC (GCE), NECO, NABTEB and NBAIS. The five credit passes are pre-requisites

2. NATIONAL DIPLOMA:

Entry requirements into the National Diploma Programmes must be through JAMB, candidates that choosed other institutions as first choice must fill green card to change his/her choice to any of the desired colleges under DAC and must upload his/her O’level result in the JAMB portal. Candidates must have Credit Passes in English Language and Mathematics as stipulated by the National Policy on Education. Other relevant O’Level credits passes should be obtained at not more than two sittings

METHOD OF APPLICATION

NATIONAL DIPLOMA

  • Candidates for National Diploma (ND) can obtain form online after payment of two thousand Naira (N2,000.00) only in any of the approved commercial banks:

ii. HND, ND II SPECIAL

  • Application forms for HND, ND II Special are obtainable after payment of two thousand five hundred Naira(N2,500.00) only.

APPLICATION PROCESS FOR ADMISSION INTO DAC COLLEGES

1. Click on Division website http://dac.abu.edu.ng click on link 2024/2025 application forms are currently on sale. Click to purchase”. OR Click on portal, select application form

ii. Click on the portal http://portal.dac.abu.edu.ng/eforms

iii. Click on the College URL “caas.dac.abu.edu.ng and click on portal, select application form’

iv. Click on the College URL “kca.dac.abu.edu.ng/ and click on portal, select application form

v. Click on the College URL “sca.dac.abu.edu.ng and click on portal, select application form.

vi. Select “click here to apply”

vii. Enter the relevant information and click “Create Account”

viii. Click at “Generate RRR” to obtain your RRR Transaction ID

ix. Then, you have the option to either click on “Pay via Remita” using your ATM card or print “Transaction Slip” and make your payment at any commercial bank that is online.

NOTE: Sales of Screening Forms start from 30th August, 2024 and close on 31″ December, 2024.

Signed:

Management