Yusuf Maitama Sule Federal University of Education Post UTME and DE Registration for 2026/2027 Admission; Yusuf Maitama Sule Federal University of Education (YMSFUEK), Kano, has commenced registration for qualified candidates seeking admission into its four-year undergraduate degree programmes for the 2026/2027 academic session.
The admission exercise is open to Post UTME candidates, Direct Entry applicants, and candidates who wish to change their first-choice institution to Yusuf Maitama Sule Federal University of Education, Kano.
Eligibility for YMSFUEK 2026/2027 Admission
Qualified candidates are invited to apply for admission into the university’s four-year degree programmes.
To be eligible, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Score a minimum of 150 in the 2026/2027 UTME (for Post UTME applicants).
- Possess a National Certificate in Education (NCE) for Direct Entry admission into the 200 level.
- Have at least five O’Level credit passes, including English Language and Mathematics.
- Obtain the required O’Level credits in not more than two sittings.
General Admission Requirements
Before applying, candidates must ensure they satisfy all admission requirements set by the university.
Applicants are required to have:
- Five O’Level credit passes, including English Language and Mathematics.
- O’Level results obtained in a maximum of two sittings.
- A minimum UTME score of 150 in the 2026/2027 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination.
- An NCE qualification for Direct Entry admission into the 200 level.
Candidates Who Did Not Choose YMSFUEK as First Choice
Candidates who meet the admission requirements but did not initially select Yusuf Maitama Sule Federal University of Education, Kano, as their first-choice institution can still apply.
Such candidates are required to visit any accredited JAMB CBT centre or any JAMB office to obtain a Green Card and process a change of institution, making Yusuf Maitama Sule Federal University of Education, Kano, their first-choice university before proceeding with the application.
Available Degree Programmes
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences offers the following programmes:
- B.A. (Ed.) Creative Arts Education
- B.A. (Ed.) Political Science
- B.A. (Ed.) Economics Education
- B.A. (Ed.) Islamic Studies
- B.A. (Ed.) Christian Religious Studies
- B.Ed. Social Studies and Civic Education
- B.A. (Ed.) History
- B.A. (Ed.) Geography
Faculty of Sciences
Qualified candidates can apply for the following science education programmes:
- B.Sc. (Ed.) Chemistry
- B.Sc. (Ed.) Mathematics
- B.Sc. (Ed.) Integrated Science
- B.Sc. (Ed.) Biology
- B.Sc. (Ed.) Computer Science
- B.Sc. (Ed.) Human Kinetics
- B.Sc. (Ed.) Physics
Faculty of Early Childhood Care (ECC) and Primary Education
The faculty offers:
- B.Ed. Early Childhood Education
- B.Ed. Primary Education
Faculty of Adult and Non-Formal Education
The faculty offers one programme:
- B.Ed. Adult and Continuing Education
Faculty of Languages
The following language education programmes are available:
- B.A. (Ed.) Arabic
- B.A. (Ed.) English
- B.A. (Ed.) Hausa
- B.A. (Ed.) Igbo
- B.A. (Ed.) Yoruba
- B.A. (Ed.) French
- B.A. (Ed.) Fulfulde
Faculty of Vocational Education
The Faculty of Vocational Education offers:
- B.Ed. Business Education
- B.Sc. (Ed.) Agricultural Education
- B.Sc. (Ed.) Home Economics
How to Apply for YMSFUEK Admission
Candidates are required to visit the official Yusuf Maitama Sule Federal University of Education website to complete their admission registration.
Before submitting an application, applicants should:
- Review the available degree programmes.
- Confirm that they meet the O’Level and UTME admission requirements for their chosen course.
- Ensure Yusuf Maitama Sule Federal University of Education, Kano, is selected as their first-choice institution if a JAMB change of institution is required.
Important Information for Direct Entry Candidates
Direct Entry applicants seeking admission into the 200 level must possess a valid National Certificate in Education (NCE).
They are also expected to follow the registration guidelines issued by the Registrar and complete their application through the university’s official admission portal.
Notice to Prospective Applicants
The Registrar of Yusuf Maitama Sule Federal University of Education, Kano, has announced the commencement of registration for the 2026/2027 admission exercise.
Prospective candidates are advised to carefully review the available programmes, ensure they meet all admission requirements, complete any necessary JAMB change of institution, and visit the university’s official website to complete their application.
