KWARA STATE UNIVERSITY (KWASU) ANNOUNCES  POSTGRADUATE QUALIFYING EXAMINATION FOR PGD AND ACADEMIC MASTER’S APPLICANTS FOR 2026/2027 ACADEMIC SESSION

The School of Postgraduate Studies, Kwara State University (KWASU), Malete, has invited applicants seeking admission into its Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) and Academic Master’s Degree programmes for the 2026/2027 academic session to participate in a mandatory qualifying examination.

The examination is part of the university’s postgraduate admission process and is intended for applicants who have applied for the specified programmes for the forthcoming academic session. Candidates are expected to attend at the designated venue on the scheduled date and time, with the required documents for identification and verification.

According to the announcement, the invitation was issued by the Secretary of the School of Postgraduate Studies, Ibrahim Shiya Mohammed.

All affected applicants are advised to take note of the examination arrangements and make adequate preparations to avoid missing the exercise. The university has also provided a contact number for candidates who need further clarification concerning the examination.

KWASU Postgraduate Qualifying Examination 2026/2027: Date, Time and Venue

The Kwara State University postgraduate qualifying examination for the 2026/2027 academic session has been scheduled as follows:

Applicants should plan to arrive at the examination venue early enough to complete any necessary entry or verification arrangements before the examination begins. The stated commencement time is 10:00 a.m. prompt.

Candidates should also confirm their route to the venue ahead of the examination date, particularly those travelling from outside Ilorin.

Who Is Required to Attend the KWASU Postgraduate Qualifying Examination?

The university has stated that the qualifying examination is mandatory for applicants seeking admission into the following postgraduate programme categories for the 2026/2027 academic session:

1. Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) Applicants

Applicants who have applied for admission into the Postgraduate Diploma programmes at Kwara State University are expected to participate in the qualifying examination.

A Postgraduate Diploma is a postgraduate qualification that provides further academic or professional training in a particular field. It may also serve as an additional qualification for candidates seeking to strengthen their academic background before pursuing further postgraduate studies, depending on the admission requirements of the intended programme.

Therefore, candidates who submitted applications for KWASU PGD programmes should take the examination invitation seriously and make arrangements to attend.

2. Academic Master’s Degree Applicants

Applicants seeking admission into the university’s Academic Master’s Degree programmes are also required to attend the qualifying examination.

Academic Master’s programmes are designed to provide advanced knowledge, research exposure and specialised training in relevant disciplines. Applicants should therefore prepare appropriately and comply with the examination instructions issued by the School of Postgraduate Studies.

The announcement specifically covers Academic Master’s Degree applicants. Candidates should not assume that the stated arrangements automatically apply to every other postgraduate category, as the notice does not mention all postgraduate programmes.

Exemption from the KWASU Postgraduate Qualifying Examination

Although the qualifying examination is mandatory for the applicants covered by the announcement, the university has provided a specific exemption.

According to the notice, KWASU graduates who obtained First Class or Second Class Upper Division and are seeking admission into the same department from which they graduated are exempted from the qualifying examination.

This means that the exemption applies only where the applicant meets the stated conditions:

• The applicant must be a graduate of Kwara State University.
• The applicant must have graduated with First Class or Second Class Upper Division.
• The applicant must be seeking admission into the same department from which they graduated.

Applicants must pay attention to all three conditions. For instance, a KWASU graduate with a Second Class Upper Division who is applying to a different department does not automatically qualify for the exemption under the terms stated in the announcement.

Similarly, the notice does not extend this exemption to graduates of other universities, even if they obtained First Class or Second Class Upper Division.

Candidates who believe they qualify for the exemption but are uncertain about their eligibility should contact the School of Postgraduate Studies using the official enquiry number provided in the announcement.

Requirements for the KWASU Postgraduate Qualifying Examination

Applicants invited to participate in the examination are required to come with two important documents.

These include:

1. A Valid Means of Identification

Candidates must bring a valid means of identification to establish their identity at the examination venue.

Applicants should ensure that the identification document they intend to present is valid and that the personal information on it corresponds with their application details.

2. Printed Copy of the Admission Application Form

Applicants are also required to bring a printed copy of the postgraduate admission application form they submitted to the university.

Candidates should locate their application form and print a clear copy before the examination date. It is advisable to keep the document safely alongside the identification card to avoid forgetting either of the required items.

The announcement specifically identifies these two documents. Applicants should follow any additional instructions communicated directly by the university, if applicable.

How to Prepare for the KWASU Postgraduate Qualifying Examination

Since the qualifying examination is a compulsory part of the admission process for the affected applicants, candidates should make adequate preparations before attending.

Although the university’s announcement does not provide a detailed examination syllabus, format, duration or list of subjects to be covered, applicants can take practical steps to prepare for the exercise.

1. Review Your Postgraduate Application Details

Before the examination, go through the information supplied during your application. Confirm that your personal details, selected programme and other application information are correct.

Having a copy of your application form will also help you reference the details submitted to the university.

2. Prepare Your Required Documents

Do not wait until the morning of the examination before searching for your documents. Keep your valid identification and printed application form together in a safe place.

Check that the printed application form is readable and that your identification document is available.

3. Confirm the Examination Venue

The examination will hold at the KWASU International Conference Centre, behind Ayoka Filling Station, Sango Area, Ilorin.

Applicants who are unfamiliar with the location should make enquiries and plan their journey before the examination day. This is particularly important for candidates travelling from other towns or states.

4. Arrive Early

The examination is scheduled to commence at 10:00 a.m. prompt. Candidates should make arrangements to arrive early rather than risk being delayed by traffic, transportation difficulties or challenges locating the venue.

5. Seek Clarification Where Necessary

Candidates who are unsure about their examination status, exemption eligibility or required documents should contact the university through the enquiry number supplied in the announcement.

It is better to clarify important issues before the examination date than to rely on unverified information from unofficial sources.

KWASU Postgraduate Admission 2026/2027: Important Information for Applicants

The qualifying examination announcement is specifically directed at applicants seeking admission into the PGD and Academic Master’s Degree programmes for the 2026/2027 academic session.

Applicants should understand that receiving an invitation to participate in the examination does not, by itself, amount to an admission offer. The qualifying examination forms part of the university’s postgraduate admission process.

Candidates should therefore attend the examination as instructed and continue to monitor official university communication channels for subsequent admission announcements.

It is also important to distinguish between the examination invitation and the final admission decision. The notice does not state when the postgraduate admission list will be released, the date for admission offers, or the deadline for completing registration after admission.

Applicants should avoid relying on unofficial claims about these details until the university provides an official update.

Contact Details for Enquiries

For further information and clarification concerning the KWASU postgraduate qualifying examination, applicants are advised to contact the School of Postgraduate Studies.

Official Enquiry Phone Number: 08136965076

Candidates should use the contact number for enquiries relating to the examination and should ensure that any additional information they receive is consistent with official university instructions.

Conclusion

Kwara State University has scheduled its 2026/2027 postgraduate qualifying examination for applicants seeking admission into its Postgraduate Diploma and Academic Master’s Degree programmes.

The examination will take place on **Wednesday, November 11, 2