AL-HIKAMAH UNIVERSITY, ILORIN RELEASES POSTGRADUATE MOP-UP SCREENING EXERCISE FOR 2025/2026 ACADEMIC SESSION

The Management of the Postgraduate School, Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin, has formally ratified the schedule for the Mop-up Examination and Interactive Session for the 2025/2026 Academic Session. This final administrative window is designed specifically for prospective postgraduate candidates who may have missed previous screening exercises or are looking to finalize their admission entries for advanced degrees.

Scheduled for Saturday, 28th March 2026, this exercise serves as the statutory “Entrance Gate” for postgraduate studies at the university. It is a dual-purpose assessment involving a written proficiency test to evaluate academic merit and a departmental interaction to verify the candidate’s research capability and readiness for the rigors of higher learning.

THE LOGISTICAL FRAMEWORK: TIME, VENUE, AND PROTOCOLS

Candidates are strictly advised to adhere to the institutional timeline to ensure a seamless screening process. The university emphasizes punctuality as a core component of its academic discipline, and latecomers may be excluded from the session.

• Date: Saturday, 28th March 2026.

• Time: 11:00 AM Prompt.

• Location: Adeta Campus, Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin.

The Adeta Campus serves as the historical and administrative hub for several specialized postgraduate programmes. Candidates traveling from outside Kwara State are encouraged to arrive in Ilorin at least a day prior or locate the campus at least an hour before the commencement of the exercise to avoid logistical delays.

MANDATORY DOCUMENTATION FOR THE INTERACTIVE SESSION

The “Interaction” phase is a critical peer-review process where departmental boards evaluate the candidate’s academic history and research interests. To facilitate this, candidates must bring a comprehensive “Verification Portfolio” containing the following:

1. Academic Credentials: Original and photocopies of O’Level results, Degree Certificates (B.Sc., B.A., or B.Tech), and NYSC Discharge or Exemption Certificates.

2. Transcript Status: While official academic transcripts are often sent directly to the Postgraduate School, candidates should bring any available student copies to expedite the internal review.

3. Application Proof: A printed copy of the completed Al-Hikmah University Postgraduate Application Form and the official payment receipt for the application.

4. Research Proposal/Concept Note: For Ph.D. and Master’s by Research candidates, a brief outline of the proposed area of study is typically required during the departmental interaction.

THE POST-EXAMINATION ADMISSION PIPELINE

This mop-up exercise represents the final phase of the 2025/2026 admission cycle. Following the successful completion of the examination and interaction, the Postgraduate Board will sit to ratify the list of successful candidates based on a weighted score of their written performance and interview results.

Successful candidates will receive their Official Admission Letters shortly after the exercise, allowing them to proceed with registration and the commencement of lectures for the new session.

CONCLUSION: SECURING YOUR ADVANCED DEGREE PATHWAY

Al-Hikmah University remains committed to its foundational motto of “Learning and Character.” By participating in this March 28th mop-up exercise, you are taking the final step toward joining a community of scholars dedicated to high academic standards and moral excellence. Ensure all your documents are organized in a clear office file and ready for presentation to the panel.