GOMBE STATE UNIVERSITY (GOMSU) OPENS ADMISSION OPPORTUNITY INTO THE FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE FOR THE 2026/2027 ACADEMIC SESSION 

The Gombe State University (GOMSU), Tudun-Wada, Gombe, has announced an admission opportunity into the Faculty of Agriculture for the 2026/2027 academic session. The university made this known in a special bulletin issued by the Registrar.

According to the management, prospective candidates who applied for admission into the university for the 2026/2027 session but were not offered admission in the first batch now have the opportunity to change their choice of programme to any of the undergraduate programmes offered by the Faculty of Agriculture.

Interested candidates are advised to change their choice of programme through the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) portal, subject to meeting the university’s admission requirements.

WHO CAN TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE OPPORTUNITY

The opportunity is meant for candidates who fall into the following category:

• Candidates who applied to Gombe State University for the 2026/2027 session but were not offered admission in the first batch.

• Candidates who previously applied for other programmes at the university but have not been offered admission.

AVAILABLE PROGRAMMES

Candidates can change their choice of programme to any of the following courses in the Faculty of Agriculture:

1. B.Sc. Agricultural Economics

2. B.Sc. Agricultural Extension

3. B.Agriculture

4. B.Sc. Fisheries and Aquaculture

5. B.Sc. Forestry, Resources and Wildlife Management

6. B.Sc. Horticulture and Landscape Management

7. B.Sc. Animal Science

8. B.Sc. Crop Science

9. B.Sc. Soil Science

WHY CHOOSE THE FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE

The university stated that agriculture remains a vital driver of economic growth, food security, employment generation and sustainable development. The Faculty offers programmes designed to equip students with relevant knowledge and practical skills for rewarding careers in agribusiness, agricultural research, extension services, animal production, fisheries and aquaculture, crop production, soil management, forestry, wildlife conservation and other related fields.

Candidates who aspire to become agricultural scientists, entrepreneurs, researchers, environmental specialists and professionals in the agricultural sector are encouraged to seize this opportunity to pursue their academic and career ambitions.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Candidates who wish to take advantage of the opportunity are advised to follow these steps:

1. Log in to the JAMB portal with their profile details.

2. Choose the option to change their course or choice of programme.

3. Select Gombe State University and any of the listed programmes in the Faculty of Agriculture.

4. Submit the change and confirm that it has been saved successfully.

5. Keep a copy of the confirmation for their records.

DEADLINE

The deadline for the change of programme is 29th October 2026. Candidates are therefore advised to act quickly, as late applications may not be considered.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

The university stressed that all candidates must satisfy its prescribed admission requirements to be considered for admission. Changing a programme does not guarantee admission, so candidates should make sure they meet the requirements for the course they choose.

FOR FURTHER ENQUIRIES

Candidates who need more information are advised to contact the University’s Admissions Office through the following channels:

• Email: [email protected]

• Website: https://gsu.edu.ng

• Phone: 08025524428

Candidates and parents are also advised to rely only on the official channels of the university and JAMB for information, and to avoid fraudsters who may demand money in exchange for admission.