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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.