Jigawa State College of Nursing Sciences has officially opened its admission portal for suitably qualified candidates seeking admission into its National Diploma (ND) and Higher National Diploma (HND) Nursing programmes for the 2026/2027 academic session.
The admission exercise covers the institution’s three campuses:
- Birnin Kudu Campus
- Hadejia Campus
- Babura Campus
The college remains one of the recognized nursing training institutions in Northern Nigeria committed to producing professionally trained nurses equipped with practical clinical knowledge, healthcare ethics, patient management skills, and community healthcare competencies.
As demand for qualified nurses continues to increase both within Nigeria and internationally, nursing education has become one of the most competitive healthcare programmes among UTME candidates.
Application Portal Opening and Closing Dates
The management of the college confirmed that the online application portal officially opens on:
- Opening Date: 25th May, 2026
- Closing Date: 29th June, 2026
Candidates are advised to complete their applications early to avoid portal congestion and late registration issues before the deadline.
Available Nursing Programmes
Applications are currently being accepted into:
- National Diploma (ND) Nursing
- Higher National Diploma (HND) Nursing
The programmes are designed to provide students with:
- Clinical nursing training
- Hospital-based practical experience
- Community healthcare exposure
- Patient-care management skills
- Public health knowledge
- Professional nursing ethics
- Modern healthcare delivery competencies
Graduates from the institution can pursue careers in:
- Government hospitals
- Private healthcare institutions
- Community health centres
- NGOs and humanitarian health agencies
- International healthcare organizations
- Public health programmes and medical outreach services
Eligibility Requirements for Admission
To qualify for admission into the ND/HND Nursing programmes, applicants must satisfy the following requirements:
Minimum UTME Score
Candidates must score at least:
- 150 and above in the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).
Required UTME Subject Combination
Applicants must write the following subjects during UTME:
- English Language
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
Candidates with incorrect UTME subject combinations may not be considered for admission.
First Choice Institution Requirement
Applicants are required to select any of the following campuses as their first-choice institution during JAMB registration:
- Birnin Kudu
- Hadejia
- Babura
Candidates who did not initially choose the institution are expected to process a Change of Institution through JAMB before applying.
O’Level Requirements
Candidates must possess at least five (5) credit passes in:
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
The required credits must be obtained in not more than two sittings in:
- WAEC
- NECO
- NABTEB
Accepted Result Combinations
The college accepts only the following result combinations:
- WAEC & WAEC
- NECO & NECO
- WAEC & NECO
- NABTEB & NABTEB
Candidates are advised that combinations involving NABTEB with WAEC or NECO may not be accepted.
Awaiting Result Candidates
Applicants awaiting O’Level results are permitted to apply by indicating “AR” during registration. However, all required credits must be available before final admission processing.
Age Requirement
Candidates must be at least:
- 16 years old before applying for admission.
How to Apply for Jigawa Nursing Admission 2026/2027
Applications are to be completed online through the official portals of the preferred campus.
Official Campus Portals
Birnin Kudu Campus
Hadejia Campus
Babura Campus
Applicants are advised to:
- Use active phone numbers and valid email addresses
- Carefully crosscheck all registration details
- Upload accurate credentials
- Print registration acknowledgment slips after submission
Important Admission Warning
The college management clearly stated that:
- The institution has not assigned admission agents
- Applicants should avoid dealing with unauthorized individuals
- Only official school portals and contact channels should be used for admission processing
Candidates dealing with unofficial agents do so entirely at their own risk.
Why Study Nursing at Jigawa State College of Nursing Sciences?
The institution continues attracting candidates across Nigeria because of its:
- Accredited nursing programmes
- Practical hospital and clinical training
- Experienced healthcare instructors
- Affordable educational structure
- Strong healthcare-focused curriculum
- Multi-campus accessibility
- Emphasis on community healthcare and patient management
The college remains committed to producing competent nursing professionals capable of contributing effectively to healthcare delivery within Nigeria and beyond.
Career Opportunities for Nursing Graduates
Graduates of the ND/HND Nursing programmes can pursue careers in:
- General nursing practice
- Clinical healthcare services
- Public health institutions
- Maternal and child healthcare
- International nursing opportunities
- Emergency and specialist healthcare support
The nursing profession continues to remain one of the most employable healthcare careers globally due to increasing demand for qualified healthcare professionals.
Final Note
Interested candidates are encouraged to complete their applications before the registration deadline and ensure all admission requirements are properly satisfied.
Prospective students should also regularly monitor official school portals and communication channels for updates regarding screening exercises and admission lists.
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