BUK Postgraduate Admission Form 2026/2027. Bayero University, Kano (BUK), has opened applications for admission into its postgraduate programmes for the 2026/2027 academic session.
The university is offering 768 postgraduate programmes across 79 departments, covering 22 faculties, schools, centres and an institute. Available options include academic Master’s degrees, Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and Master of Philosophy/Doctor of Philosophy (MPhil/PhD) programmes.
The online application exercise began on Monday, 2 November 2026, and will close on Sunday, 21 March 2027.
The application fee is ₦12,000 per application. Interested candidates must complete the online application and satisfy the admission requirements for their chosen programmes.
BUK Postgraduate Admission Requirements 2026/2027
Applicants must meet the specific entry requirements for their proposed programmes. Candidates are also expected to possess five O’Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics, as applicable to their programmes.
Academic Master’s Degree Requirements
Candidates seeking admission into BUK’s academic Master’s programmes may qualify through any of the following routes, subject to the relevant matriculation requirements:
- A Bachelor’s degree with at least Second Class Lower Division and a minimum CGPA of 2.50 on a 5.00 scale, obtained from Bayero University or another recognised university in a relevant field.
- A Second Class Lower Bachelor’s degree with a CGPA of 2.40 to 2.49, alongside a relevant Postgraduate Diploma with at least 2.75 CGPA (Merit) on a 5.00 scale.
- A Third Class Bachelor’s degree and a Postgraduate Diploma passed at Credit level from BUK, or a minimum 3.00 CGPA on a 5.00 scale from another recognised university, in a relevant area.
- An HND at Credit level from a recognised institution, together with a Postgraduate Diploma carrying a minimum 3.00 CGPA on a 5.00 scale.
- Another qualification considered equivalent by the College of Postgraduate Studies Board and the University Senate.
PhD Admission Requirements
Applicants seeking admission into a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programme must possess a relevant academic Master’s degree from Bayero University or another recognised university.
The Master’s degree must have a minimum 3.00 CGPA on a 5.00 scale, alongside any other applicable programme-specific admission conditions.
MPhil/PhD Admission Requirements
Candidates who satisfy the other PhD admission requirements but have a Master’s degree CGPA of at least 2.75 on a 5.00 scale may be considered for admission into the MPhil/PhD route.
An MPhil/PhD candidate may be upgraded to the PhD programme after achieving:
- A minimum 3.00 CGPA in coursework.
- At least a C+ grade in the research proposal.
BUK Postgraduate Application Procedure 2026/2027
Applications are completed online through the Bayero University postgraduate admission portal.
Follow these steps:
Step 1: Create an application account
Visit the BUK postgraduate account creation page.
Enter your required names, personal email address and GSM number. Generate a password, repeat it in the designated field and select Create.
Keep the automatically generated username and password safe, as you will need them to access your application account.
Step 2: Complete the application forms
Sign in through the BUK postgraduate application login page.
Complete the following sections:
- Programme Selection
- Personal Data
- Qualifications
- Employment Information
- Transcript Request
Review the information entered before proceeding. Applicants can save their progress and return later to complete the application.
Step 3: Generate the payment form
Generate the BUK Personalised Payment Form (BUKPPF) through your application account.
Follow the Remita e-Payments instructions provided on the payment form to pay the application fee.
Step 4: Submit your Remita Retrieval Reference
After making payment, enter the Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR) generated for the transaction into the application portal.
Submitting an RRR does not automatically confirm that payment has been completed or verified. Follow the portal instructions to confirm your payment status.
Step 5: Print your acknowledgement slip
After completing the application process, print and keep your acknowledgement slip. The slip should be retained for admission-letter collection and registration.
BUK Postgraduate Transcript Requirements
Applicants seeking admission into academic Master’s, MPhil and PhD programmes must complete the Transcript Request Form.
The procedure is as follows:
- Complete the Transcript Request Form on the online application portal.
- Print the completed form.
- Arrange for the form to be processed by your previous institution.
- Ensure that your academic transcript is sent to:
The Secretary, School of Postgraduate Studies, Bayero University, Kano.
Applicants should make arrangements with their previous institutions early enough to avoid delays in transcript processing.
Additional Requirement for BUK PhD Applicants
PhD applicants must submit a research proposal through the designated section of the online application form.
The proposal must not exceed 350 words and should contain:
- Research title
- Statement of the problem
- Research objectives
Applicants should ensure that the proposal addresses the proposed area of research.
BUK Postgraduate Application Fee and Closing Date
The application fee for the 2026/2027 postgraduate admission exercise is ₦12,000 per application.
| Admission detail | Information |
|---|---|
| University | Bayero University, Kano |
| Academic session | 2026/2027 |
| Available programmes | 768 |
| Departments | 79 |
| Application fee | ₦12,000 |
| Application opens | 2 November 2026 |
| Application deadline | 21 March 2027 |
BUK Postgraduate Admission Enquiries
Applicants who experience difficulties with the application process or need further information can contact the university through:
Email: application.pg@buk.edu.ng
For the complete list of available programmes, applicants should consult the university’s postgraduate programme guide before selecting their preferred course.
