The management of the College of Nursing Sciences, University of Calabar Teaching Hospital (UCTH), Calabar, has released an official notice announcing the opening of its admission portal for the 2026/2027 academic session.
The institution is well known for training competent nurses through a blend of classroom instruction and hands-on clinical experience in a teaching hospital environment. This makes it one of the reputable nursing schools in Nigeria.
Admission Overview
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates into the ND and HND Nursing programmes for the 2026/2027 academic session.
To be eligible, candidates are expected to have a valid JAMB record and meet the required academic standards set by the institution. The admission process also involves screening and verification of credentials before final selection.
Eligibility Requirements
Prospective candidates must satisfy the following criteria to be eligible for consideration:
- Professional Certification: Must possess an RN Certificate from the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (for HND Applicants)
- Experience: At least one year of post-qualification clinical experience.
- Academic Qualifications: A Bachelor of Nursing Science (BNSc) degree, NYSC discharge or exemption certificate, and a valid practising licence.
- O’Level Credits: A minimum of five (5) credits in WASC, GCE, NECO, or NABTEB obtained in not more than two sittings. Required subjects include English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, and Physics.
These requirements are designed to ensure that only professionally and academically qualified candidates are considered for admission.
Application Procedure
Applicants have two main options for submitting their applications:
1. Online Application
Candidates can apply through the official admission link or by scanning the QR code provided on the official admission flyer. This method allows for convenient online submission of all required details.
2. Offline Application
Applicants may also submit a handwritten application stating their academic and professional qualifications. The application must be accompanied by:
- Photocopies of relevant academic and professional credentials
- Two (2) recent passport photographs with a white background
- Valid email address
- Active WhatsApp phone number
Application Fee
A non-refundable application fee of ₦20,000.00 (Twenty Thousand Naira only) is required.
Payment can be made through the approved channels below:
- Revenue Unit: Federal Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital, Benin City
- Treasury Single Account (TSA) – CBN: Account Name: Federal Neuro Psychiatric Hospital, Benin City
- Account Number: 0040201161012
Applicants are strongly advised to ensure payments are made strictly through official channels only.
Submission Details
Completed applications should be forwarded to:
The Ag. Provost
College of Nursing Sciences
University of Calabar Teaching Hospital (UCTH), Calabar
Contact Information
Email: sopn@fnphbenin.gov.ng
Website: www.fnphbenin.gov.ng
Important Notice
- Admission is strictly based on merit and screening performance
- Only verified and authentic documents should be submitted
- Late applications may not be considered
- Candidates are advised to follow official updates for screening dates and further instructions
Conclusion
The commencement of the 2026/2027 admission exercise at the College of Nursing Sciences, UCTH Calabar offers a valuable opportunity for aspiring nurses in Nigeria. Applicants are encouraged to carefully follow all instructions, meet the stated requirements, and submit their applications early to improve their chances of admission.
