FCT COLLEGE OF NURSING SCIENCES, GWAGWALADA RELEASES ND/HND NURSING ADMISSION FORM FOR 2026/2027 ACADEMIC SESSION

The Management of the FCT College of Nursing Sciences, Gwagwalada, Abuja has announced the commencement of applications for admission into its National Diploma (ND) and Higher National Diploma (HND) Nursing Programme for the 2026/2027 Academic Session.

Suitably qualified candidates are invited to apply within the stipulated application period.

Application Period

Applications will be available from Thursday, 3rd September to Thursday, 17th September, 2026.

The Post-UTME screening examination has been scheduled to hold from Monday, 21st September to Friday, 25th September, 2026.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must satisfy all of the following conditions:

• Must have scored a minimum of 180 in the 2026 UTME.
• Must have selected FCT College of Nursing Sciences, Gwagwalada as their First Choice Institution during JAMB registration.
• Must possess at least five (5) O’Level credit passes in:
  • English Language
  • Mathematics
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Physics
• The required O’Level credits must be obtained in not more than two sittings.
• Accepted examination bodies include WAEC, NECO, and NABTEB.
• Applicants must be at least 16 years of age.

Note: Candidates who scored below 180 in the 2026 UTME are not eligible to apply.

Application Fees

Applicants are required to make the following payments:

Application Fee

• Amount: ₦2,200 (Non-refundable)
• Payment should be made via Remita.
• Visit the Remita platform and select:
  • FCT Health and Human Services
  • Post-UTME Screening Fee

Examination/Screening Fee

• Amount: ₦10,000 (Non-refundable)
• Payment should be made at any Stanbic IBTC Bank branch.

Account Details

• Account Name: FCT College of Nursing Sciences
• Account Number: 0085974648
• Bank: Stanbic IBTC Bank

Applicants are advised to keep all payment receipts, as they will be required during the screening exercise.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply through any of the following official portals:

• https://utme.fctcns.edu.ng
• https://fctcns.edu.ng (Click “Apply for 2026/2027”)

Application Steps

1. Click on Apply/Register.
2. Create an account using the required information.
3. Complete the online application form carefully.
4. Submit the application.
5. Print the Screening Slip.

Candidates are advised to note that their screening date and examination batch will be indicated on the printed Screening Slip.

Screening Examination

Dates: Monday, 21st September – Friday, 25th September, 2026

Venue:
FCT College of Nursing Sciences, Gwagwalada
(Within University of Abuja Teaching Hospital Compound), Abuja.

Documents Required for Screening

Candidates must come along with:

• Printed Screening Slip
• 2026 UTME Result Slip
• ₦2,200 Remita Payment Receipt
• ₦10,000 Stanbic IBTC Bank Payment Receipt

Prohibited Items

Candidates will not be allowed into the examination venue with:

• Mobile phones
• Bags
• Electronic gadgets or devices

Important Notice

Applicants are advised to note the following:

• Any false information supplied during the application process will lead to immediate disqualification.
• Impersonation is a serious offence and will result in automatic disqualification.
• There will be no supplementary or make-up examination for candidates who fail to appear on their scheduled examination date.
• The College does not operate through agents. Applicants should beware of fraudsters demanding money for admission.
• Candidates must attend the screening strictly according to the date and batch assigned on their Screening Slip.

Refund Policy

All payments made during the admission process are strictly non-refundable. No refund shall be granted under any circumstance, including absence from the examination, disqualification, ineligibility, incomplete application, or failure to secure admission.

Enquiries

For further information, applicants may contact the College through:

Phone: 09048734103, 09016429069

Telegram: https://t.me/+SWH5opeTcTXs34Ko

Prospective candidates are encouraged to complete their applications early and carefully follow all instructions to avoid errors before the application deadline.