ATBU Postgraduate Admission Form 2025/2026

The Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), Bauchi, has opened applications for its 2025/2026 postgraduate programmes. If you’re thinking of furthering your studies at one of Nigeria’s federal universities, this might be your chance.

Applications are welcome from qualified candidates for full-time postgraduate diplomas, master’s degrees and PhDs. The online form costs ₦11,000, and you’ve got until  7 November 2025 to apply.

What You Can Study

Programmes available include:

• PhD, M.Sc., M.Eng., M.Tech., MBA, MHM, MAFS, MITM, MDS, MFM
• M.Tech. Education and M.Sc. in Embedded Artificial Intelligence
• PGD and Professional Masters in areas like Procurement Management, Environmental Studies and Social Development

It’s a wide spread. Chances are, you’ll find something that fits your interest.

Basic Requirements

For PGD (Postgraduate Diploma)

You need:

• Five O’level credits, including English and Maths
• A third-class degree or HND with at least lower credit
• Relevant work experience helps if your degree doesn’t directly match

For Master’s

You must have:

• Five O’level credits (English and Maths included)
• A first degree with at least second-class lower from ATBU or another recognised university
• If your CGPA is 2.40 to 2.99, you’ll need three years post-grad experience
• Third-class grads must have five years work experience
• HND holders must also have a credit-level PGD
• Some may need to sit a test

For PhD

You’ll need:

• A master’s degree in a related field
• A CGPA of at least 3.50
• Five O’level credits (including English and Maths)
• A written research proposal (upload it and post a hard copy to your intended department)
• You may have to write a qualifying exam or go through a short probation

Course Duration

Engineering PGD courses take longer: 24 to 36 months.

Note: There’s no part-time option for PGD or Master’s. PhD students on part-time can take 46 to 84 months.

How To Apply

Apply online at the ATBU Postgraduate Portal from 23 June to 7 November 2025.

What You’ll Need:

• A valid email and phone number
• Scanned copies of all certificates
• NYSC discharge or exemption certificate (no exceptions)
• Transcript from your former school sent directly to the Head of Department of your proposed course
• PhD applicants must also upload a research synopsis

Key Notes:

• Fill the form carefully. Errors might cost you the chance.
• Only those who complete their applications and send all required documents will be considered.
• All updates will come through email, so check regularly.