BUK Postgraduate Admission Form 2025/2026 Academic Session – How To Apply


Bayero University school of postgraduate studies through the management of the university has announced the sale of BUK postgraduate admission form for 2025/2026 academic session. BUK PG form is made available online for candidates interested in running a postgraduate programme at BUK and must have met the PG admission requirement for the proposed programme.


This post will serve as a guide in applying for BUK postgraduate application form both for first time applicants and returning applicants as it would cover every grey area about BUK PG admission form which includes the commencement date for sale of BUK PG admission form, the application procedure, duration of all PG programmes, cost of the PG form and the closing date of BUK PG admission form.

Before we proceed, as usual, based on the challenges faced by past BUK PG applicants in their application process, I thought it necessary to address them all in order for you to avoid encountering such in your registration.

I will be listing all the frequently asked questions as it relates to BUK postgraduate admission form. These questions as stated above is from past and current applicants. It is advised you note them down as it would assist in your application process.

The BUK format below indicates the FAQs and their appropriate answers with regards to BUK PG form after which I will make available, BUK postgraduate general admission requirements, how to apply for BUK postgraduate admission form.

FAQs on BUK PG Admission Form

Q – Is BUK postgraduate admission form 2025/2026out?

A – BUK PG admission form is out and the online application has begun..

Q – How can I apply for BUK PG admission form?

A – BUK PG part time registration procedure has been provided below as approved by the management of the university.

Q – How much is BUK PG admission form?

A – Cost of BUK PG admission form is 12,000 naira only.

Q – I am still running my NYSC, can I apply for BUK PG form?

A – The answer is NO. Only candidates with NYSC discharge certificate are eligible to apply for BUK postgraduate form.

Q – I have NYSC exemption letter, can I apply for BUK PG application form?

A – Yes you are eligible, all you need to do is present your exemption letter

Q – What is the closing date of BUK PG admission form?

A – BUK PG form closing date is Monday, 04 March 2024.

The above are the FAQs on Bayero University postgraduate admission form for both current and prospective applicants. However, please feel free to ask questions via the comment section should you have any.

BUK PG admission form application procedure will be a seamless one because I will simplify the application steps required to apply for the admission form so that new and prospective applicants can apply with ease. Applicants who have previously registered and participated in the prior registration exercise but were unsuccessful can also benefit from the information provided here.

Bayero University postgraduate admission form application process this academic session is the same step used by applicants during the previous session, the only major difference is the closing date of the application form. Going by the above information, it is important to point that the schools that are affiliated to BUKPG school are to follow the application steps outlined below but first let’s go through the requirements for applying for the form online.

Requirements for Applying for BUK Postgraduate Admission Form

NB: All candidates for admission into Ph.D, M.Phil, M.A, M.Ed, M.Sc, M.Eng and LLM Programmes must provide records of their Academic Transcripts

  • Candidates for admission into Ph.D/M.Phil programmes shall have M.A, M.Ed., M.Sc, M.Eng. or LLM Degrees in the relevant areas with CGPA of at least 3.50 on a scale of 0.00 to 5.00 from Bayero University, Kano or any other recognised University.
  • Candidates for admission into M.A, M.Ed, M.Sc (Ed), MLS, M.Sc., M.Eng. and LLM programmes shall have:
    • A minimum of a Good Second Class Lower Degree in the relevant areas from Bayero University, Kano or any other recognised University.
    • A Degree plus University Postgraduate Diploma at Credit level in the relevant areas from Bayero University, Kano or any other recognised University.
    • For all Engineering programmes, candidates must have Credit in English, Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry.
  • Candidates for admission into MBCL shall possess:
    • A minimum of a Good Second Class Degree in Law or the Social Sciences from Bayero University, Kano or any other recognized University
    • A Degree in Law or the Social Sciences plus University Postgraduate Diploma with minimum classification of Merit from Bayero University, Kano or any other recognized University.
  • Candidates for admission into PGDBF, PGDHE, PGDPPA, PGDSPA, PGDCMPC, PGDMC, PGDDS, PGDE, PGDGC, PGDRTM, PGDHE, PGDDA and PGDIM shall possess a Degree in any discipline from BUK or any other recognized University or HND with a minimum classification of Lower Credit obtained from recognized Institutions.
  • Candidates for admission into PGDEM, PGDLA and PGDSE, shall possess a Degree in Geography, Environmental Sciences, Agriculture and related disciplines or HND with a minimum of Lower Credit in the related disciplines.
  • Candidates for admission into PGDAF shall hold a Degree in Accounting or related disciplines obtained from a recognized University or HND with a minimum classification of Lower Credit in Accounting or related disciplines obtained from recognized Institutions.
  • Candidates for admission into PGDTESL must have at least a 3rd class Degree in English or combined honours.
  • Candidates for admission into PGDHS should have at least a 3rd class Degree in Hausa or combined honours or HND with a minimum of Lower Credit in the relevant areas obtained from recognized Institutions.
  • Candidates for admission into PGDBS, PGDC and PGDIP shall have a Degree in the relevant Science subjects or HND with a minimum of Lower Credit in the relevant areas obtained from recognized Institutions.
  • Candidates for admission into PGDEE, PGDCE and PGDME shall have a Degree in the relevant Engineering areas or HND with a minimum of Lower Credit in the relevant engineering areas obtained from recognized Institutions.
  • Candidates for admission into Masters in Public Health must:
    • Have MBBS or BDS degree of Bayero University, Kano or an equivalent Medical Degree from a recognised University.
    • Be registered with the Nigerian Medical and Dental Council and posses a current practising license.
    • Have at least three years post qualification cognate experience in Medicine or health-related area at Federal, State or Local Government Area levels. Those employed in non-governmental organisations, engaged in occupational health services, as well as those in the private sector, are also eligible.
    • There shall be an entry written examination, shortlisted candidates will then be interviewed to determine the eligibility of the candidates.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Photocopies of NYSC Discharge/Exemption Certificates, photocopies of all qualifying credentials, including O’level must be attached to the completed application forms. Candidates should arrange for their transcripts to be sent directly to the Secretary, School of Postgraduate Studies. Non-receipt of transcripts in time is at the detriment of the applicant.

DURATION OF STUDIES

Postgraduate Diploma Programmes

  1. Full-Time Diploma: Minimum of one academic sessionand a maximum of two.

Masters Degree Programmes

  1. Full-Time: A minimum of two academic sessionsand a maximum of three.

Ph.D Programme

  1. Full-Time: A minimum of three academic sessionsand a maximum of five.

How To Apply for BUK Postgraduate Admission Form

  1. The cost of each application form is Twelve Thousand Naira (N12,000) only, including administrative charges.
  2. The duration of the sale and submission of Application Forms is from Monday 22nd March to Monday 2nd January 2022.
  3. An Applicant should ensure that he/she has the entry requirements for the programme applied for, plus five O Level Credits including English Language and Mathematics as appropriate.
  4. Applicants for Ph.D/M.Phil and Academic Masters’ programmes should ensure that transcripts of their academic records are sent to the Secretary, School of Postgraduate Studies, Bayero University, Kano. Note that Applicants for PhD programmes are to provide a short research proposal of not more than 350 words in the space provided on the online application form. The proposal should include the title, statement of the problem and objectives.

Follow the steps outlined below to apply for BUK postgraduate form:

STEP 1: Visit www.buk.edu.ng and under the PROSPECTIVE STUDENT TAB click Applications at the home page. Login using FULL NAME OF THE APPLICANT and select “Applying for a Postgraduate Programme”. A username and password will be generated for you. Please take careful note of them, as you need them for subsequent steps of the application process.

STEP 2: Login to your account and generate/print your BUK Personalised Payment Form (BUKPPF). A non-refundable application fee of N12,000 (Twelve Thousand Naira Only) is reflected on applicant’s BUKPPF, to be paid using Remita e-Payments and eCollection platform (www.remita.net). Applicants must make sure that they entered ALL the information of the BUKPPF EXACTLY. Applicants must also ensure that all of the following are captured exactly as they are written on the BUKPPF:

  • Name of MDA
  • Name of Service/Purpose
  • Description Amount to Pay (₦)
  • Registration No.
  • BUKPPF ID P
  • Payer’s Full Name
  • Payer’s Email
  • Payer’s Phone

STEP 3: Return to buk.edu.ng and login with your username and password to fill in the

  • Application Form
  • Programme Selection Form
  • Personal Data Form
  • Application Form

STEP 4: Transcript request form shall also be filled by candidates for PhD, H.Phil and Academic Master’s Programme in addition to the form listed in step 3 above. The applicant prints and processes this at the relevant institution

STEP 5: Further your forms to ensure accuracy of all information provided. Click ‘SUBMIT’ to complete the application process

STEP 6: An acknowledgement slip will be generated for you immediately, print the slip and keep it safe. The slip will be needed during the collection of admission letter, screening and registration

If you have any enquiry or are encountering any difficulty, write an email to application.pg@buk.edu.ng clearly stating the difficulties or enquires.

Click ⇒ HERE to start your application

BUK PG FORM CLOSING DATE

This is to inform the general public that online sale of the Bayero University, Kano, Postgraduate application forms for the 2024/2025 Academic Session commences on Wednesday, 13 December 2023 and close on the Monday, 04 March 2024.

I Hope you understand the steps provided above? Do you have any questions as regards the BUK PG admission form for 2025/2026 session? Please reach out to us via the comment section or our contact us page and we shall respond accordingly.

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