The management of University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) has announced the commencement of applications for its 2026/2027 postgraduate admission.
EducationNGR gathered that the admission exercise covers PhD, MPhil/PhD, MPhil, Master’s, and Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) programmes. Applicants are advised to carefully read all instructions before applying, as errors during application may affect admission chances.
Important Application Notice
Applicants are required to:
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Select only courses listed for the session
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Print and study the admission advert before applying
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Ensure all entries are accurate
The university stated that it will not be responsible for mistakes made during the application process.
The postgraduate academic session runs for 12 calendar months, from 2 October to 30 September of the following year, beginning from the date of first registration.
Available Postgraduate Programmes
PhD Degree Programmes
Eligible candidates must possess:
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M.A, M.Ed, M.Eng, M.Sc, LL.M, or M.P.H
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Minimum of 60% or CGPA of 4.0 (5-point scale)
Duration:
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Full-time: 36–60 months
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Part-time: 48–72 months
A thesis is required at the end of the programme.
MPhil/PhD Programmes
Candidates with:
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55.00% – 59.99% or CGPA of 3.50 – 3.99
Duration:
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12–24 months (full-time only)
Candidates may upgrade to PhD after meeting performance requirements.
MPhil Programmes
Candidates with:
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50.00% – 54.99% or CGPA of 3.00 – 3.49
Duration:
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18–24 months (full-time)
A dissertation is required.
Master’s Degree Programmes
Programmes include:
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M.A, M.Ed, M.Eng, M.Sc, LL.M, M.P.H
Duration:
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Full-time: 18–24 months
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Part-time: 36–48 months
All programmes involve coursework and dissertation.
Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)
Available to candidates with Third Class degrees.
General Admission Requirements
Applicants must:
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Possess all required academic certificates before applying
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Have NYSC discharge or exemption certificate dated on or before 30 September, 2026
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Have five O’Level credit passes, including English and Mathematics (maximum of two sittings)
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Complete application online and upload scanned credentials
Transcript And Document Submission
After completing the online application, candidates must submit:
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Hard copy of application form
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Supporting documents
Submission Period:
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1 June – 5 June, 2026
Address:
The Secretary,
Postgraduate School,
University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria
Academic transcripts must be sent directly to the relevant department.
Additional Requirements
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PhD applicants must attend departmental interviews
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Non-English speaking applicants must submit TOEFL or IELTS
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All applicants must submit a research proposal (max 5 pages) to pgschool@unilorin.edu.ng before 8 May, 2026
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Full-time applicants must present a letter of release from employers
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PGD and Master’s applicants will sit for a qualifying exam (with some exemptions)
Application Fee And Examination Date
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Application Fee: ₦25,000 (Nigerians), $200 (International)
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Qualifying Exam Date: 13 June, 2025
How To Apply
Applications must be completed online via the official portal of University of Ilorin.
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Application Deadline: 22 May, 2026
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Document Submission Deadline: 5 June, 2026
Successful applicants will be notified through the university portal.
Summary Of Key Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Institution | University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) |
| Academic Session | 2026/2027 |
| Programmes | PhD, MPhil/PhD, MPhil, Master’s, PGD |
| Application Fee | ₦25,000 / $200 |
| Application Deadline | 22 May, 2026 |
| Document Deadline | 5 June, 2026 |
| Exam Date | 13 June, 2025 |
| Submission Address | Postgraduate School, UNILORIN |
