Nnamdi Azikiwe University, UNIZIK, Awka, has opened online applications for intra-university transfer for the 2026/2027 academic session, giving undergraduate students the opportunity to seek a transfer from their current Faculty, Department or Programme to another within the University.
Applications are online only. The deadline is Wednesday, 30 September 2026.
Eligible Students May Apply for an Internal Transfer
The application is open to undergraduate students who wish to move from their present Faculty, Department or Programme to another within Nnamdi Azikiwe University.
Interested students will be expected to complete the required online process and provide accurate academic information before submission.
Applications Are Online Through the UNIZIK Portal
Students should apply through the UNIZIK change of course portal using their registration number or email address and their student portal password.
Applicants should carefully verify the academic records displayed during the application process before selecting their preferred Department. They should also state the reason for seeking the transfer.
The prescribed online payment should be completed before the application is submitted.
Students Should Complete the Application Carefully
Applicants should ensure that all information entered during the process is accurate, as the application will proceed through several university approval stages after submission.
The required online process covers:
- Login with a registration number or email and student portal password
- Verification of academic records
- Selection of the preferred Department
- Entry of the reason for the transfer
- Completion of the prescribed online payment
- Submission of the application
Students should apply early rather than leaving the process close to the closing date.
Transfer Applications Will Pass Through Approval Stages
Submitted applications will pass through the stipulated university approval process.
The relevant Heads of Department and Deans will be part of the process, followed by the Registrar, Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Academics and Vice-Chancellor.
An application therefore remains subject to the required approvals after online submission.
UNIZIK Transfer Application Deadline Is 30 September 2026
The closing date for the 2026/2027 intra-university transfer application is Wednesday, 30 September 2026.
Students who intend to apply should complete the online process before the deadline and confirm that the information entered is correct before submission.
Applicants Should Monitor Their Status Online
Students should continue to monitor their applications online after submission, as the transfer request will pass through the required approval process.
Applicants should also refer to the university memo for the full application procedures and other necessary details connected with the transfer exercise.
Troubleshooter for UNIZIK Transfer Applications
| Issue | Likely Position | Recommended Action | Key Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🔐 Login problem | The student cannot access the application page | Confirm the registration number or email and student portal password before trying again | Applications are online only |
| 📚 Academic record appears incorrect | The displayed record may affect the application details | Check the academic information carefully before submission | Records should be verified during the application |
| 🏫 Preferred Department not yet selected | The transfer destination is incomplete | Select the preferred Department before completing the application | Transfers may involve a Faculty, Department or Programme |
| 💳 Online payment is incomplete | The application is not ready for submission | Complete the prescribed online payment before submitting | Payment comes before final submission |
| 📝 Application has been submitted | The request is awaiting the stipulated approval process | Monitor the application online for its status | Several university officers are involved in approval |
| ⏰ Application has not been completed | The student risks missing the application period | Apply before Wednesday, 30 September | Early application is advised |
