Bayero University Kano Announces Documentation Exercise for Newly Admitted Students for 2025/2026 Session; Bayero University Kano (BUK) has announced a compulsory documentation exercise for all newly admitted Level 100 and Level 200 undergraduate students for the 2025/2026 academic session.
All affected students are required to report for the exercise with both the originals and photocopies of all required admission documents.
The documentation exercise will take place from Monday, 20 July to Friday, 31 July 2026 at the Directorate of Examinations, Admissions and Records, New Campus, Bayero University, Kano.
BUK Documentation Exercise Date and Venue
The university has scheduled the documentation exercise as follows:
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Exercise Period | Monday, 20 July – Friday, 31 July 2026 |
| Venue | Directorate of Examinations, Admissions and Records, New Campus, Bayero University, Kano |
The exercise applies to every newly admitted undergraduate student in Level 100 and Level 200.
Is the Documentation Exercise Compulsory?
Yes.
BUK has made the documentation exercise mandatory for all newly admitted students for the 2025/2026 academic session.
Students who fail to complete the documentation within the approved period may experience delays in the processing of their registration and other academic records.
Who Should Attend the Documentation Exercise?
The exercise is compulsory for:
- Newly admitted Level 100 undergraduate students.
- Newly admitted Level 200 undergraduate students.
- UTME candidates admitted for the 2025/2026 academic session.
- Direct Entry candidates admitted for the 2025/2026 academic session.
Applicants are expected to present documents relevant to their admission category.
Documents Required for BUK Documentation
Students must report to the venue with both the originals and photocopies of the following documents. They should also arrange the documents in the exact order specified by the university.
- JAMB Admission Letter.
- Bayero University Admission Letter.
- JAMB Acknowledgement Slip (Direct Entry candidates only).
- BUK Direct Entry Screening Acknowledgement Slip (Direct Entry candidates only).
- JAMB Result Slip (UTME candidates only).
- A-Level Statement of Result (Direct Entry candidates only).
- Printed O’Level result(s) from WAEC, NECO, NABTEB, NBAIS or any equivalent examination body, with the appropriate result checker card(s) attached.
- Primary School Leaving Certificate or Testimonial (optional).
- Birth Certificate or Declaration of Age.
- Completed Undertaking Form.
- Evidence of Acceptance Fee Payment.
- Certificate of Medical Fitness.
- Two recent passport photographs.
Students should ensure that every applicable document is available in both original and photocopied form.
Documents Required from UTME Candidates
Candidates admitted through UTME are expected to present:
- JAMB Admission Letter.
- Bayero University Admission Letter.
- JAMB Result Slip.
- Printed O’Level result(s) with the required checker card(s).
- Birth Certificate or Declaration of Age.
- Completed Undertaking Form.
- Evidence of Acceptance Fee Payment.
- Certificate of Medical Fitness.
- Two recent passport photographs.
The Primary School Leaving Certificate or Testimonial remains optional.
Documents Required from Direct Entry Candidates
Direct Entry candidates are required to present the general admission documents in addition to the following:
- JAMB Acknowledgement Slip.
- BUK Direct Entry Screening Acknowledgement Slip.
- A-Level Statement of Result.
They must also submit:
- JAMB Admission Letter.
- Bayero University Admission Letter.
- Printed O’Level result(s) with the appropriate checker card(s).
- Birth Certificate or Declaration of Age.
- Completed Undertaking Form.
- Evidence of Acceptance Fee Payment.
- Certificate of Medical Fitness.
- Two recent passport photographs.
Accepted O’Level Results
The university will accept printed O’Level results from the following examination bodies:
- WAEC.
- NECO.
- NABTEB.
- NBAIS.
- Any equivalent examination body.
Applicants must attach the correct result checker card(s) to every printed O’Level result submitted.
Candidates presenting more than one O’Level result should provide the printed copies together with the relevant checker details for each result.
Are Original Documents Required?
Yes.
Every student must present both the original copies and photocopies of all required documents.
The original documents will be verified during the exercise, while the photocopies will form part of the records submitted to the university.
How Should the Documents Be Arranged?
Students are expected to arrange their documents in the exact order stated by the university before arriving at the documentation venue.
The recommended order is:
- JAMB Admission Letter.
- Bayero University Admission Letter.
- Candidate-specific JAMB or BUK acknowledgement slips.
- JAMB Result Slip or A-Level Statement of Result, depending on the admission route.
- Printed O’Level result(s) with the required checker card(s).
- Other personal and registration documents.
- Two recent passport photographs.
Proper arrangement will help ensure a smooth documentation process.
Is the Primary School Leaving Certificate Compulsory?
No.
The Primary School Leaving Certificate or Testimonial is optional.
Students who have the document may include it among their admission documents.
Accepted Proof of Age
Applicants may present either of the following as proof of age:
- Birth Certificate.
- Declaration of Age.
Whichever document is presented should also be accompanied by a photocopy.
Is Evidence of Acceptance Fee Payment Required?
Yes.
Proof of payment of the acceptance fee is one of the compulsory documents required for the documentation exercise.
Students should include it in the arranged set of documents before reporting to the venue.
Is a Medical Fitness Certificate Required?
Yes.
A Certificate of Medical Fitness is among the mandatory documents listed by the university.
Students must present both the original and photocopy during documentation.
Passport Photograph Requirement
Each student is required to provide two recent passport photographs.
These should be included as the final item in the arranged document set.
Venue for Documentation
All newly admitted students are to report to the:
Directorate of Examinations, Admissions and Records
New Campus, Bayero University, Kano
The documentation exercise will be held there from Monday, 20 July to Friday, 31 July 2026.
Checklist Before Reporting
Before attending the documentation exercise, students should confirm that:
- All compulsory documents are available.
- Both original copies and photocopies have been prepared.
- Candidate-specific documents match their admission category (UTME or Direct Entry).
- Result checker card(s) are attached to the printed O’Level result(s).
- The Undertaking Form has been completed.
- Two recent passport photographs are included.
- All documents have been arranged in the order specified by the university.
Having a complete and properly arranged document file will help avoid unnecessary delays during verification.
What Happens If a Student Misses the Documentation Exercise?
Students who fail to complete the documentation within the approved period may experience delays in the processing of their registration and other academic records.
All affected students are therefore advised to complete the exercise between Monday, 20 July and Friday, 31 July 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Attend Without Photocopies?
No.
The university requires students to present both the original documents and their photocopies.
Do Direct Entry Candidates Need a JAMB Result Slip?
No.
The JAMB Result Slip is required only for UTME candidates.
Direct Entry candidates are expected to provide their JAMB Acknowledgement Slip and A-Level Statement of Result instead.
Do UTME Candidates Need an A-Level Result?
No.
The A-Level Statement of Result is only required from Direct Entry candidates.
Must I Attach an O’Level Result Checker Card?
Yes.
The correct result checker card(s) must be attached to every printed O’Level result submitted for documentation.
Can a Declaration of Age Replace a Birth Certificate?
Yes.
BUK accepts either a Birth Certificate or a Declaration of Age as proof of age.
Is the Undertaking Form Compulsory?
Yes.
Every student must complete and submit the Undertaking Form as part of the documentation requirements.
Will the Documentation Exercise Hold at the Old Campus?
No.
The documentation exercise will take place at the Directorate of Examinations, Admissions and Records, New Campus, Bayero University, Kano.
When Is the Final Date for Documentation?
The documentation exercise will end on Friday, 31 July 2026. All newly admitted students are advised to complete the exercise before the deadline.
