ABU Opens 2026/2027 Admission Forms for HND, ND and ND II Special Programmes
Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, through its Division of Agricultural Colleges (DAC), has commenced the sale of admission screening forms for Higher National Diploma (HND), National Diploma (ND) and ND II Special programmes for the 2026/2027 academic session.
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Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, through its Division of Agricultural Colleges (DAC), has commenced the sale of admission screening forms for Higher National Diploma (HND), National Diploma (ND) and ND II Special programmes for the 2026/2027 academic session.
According to the University’s Special Bulletin dated Monday, October 19, 2026, the forms are available for admission into three agricultural colleges: Samaru College of Agriculture, Zaria; College of Agriculture and Animal Science, Mando-Kaduna; and Kabba College of Agriculture, Kogi State.
Available Programmes
- Samaru College of Agriculture, Zaria
Higher National Diploma (HND) – Two Years
- Agricultural Extension and Management
- Pest Management Technology
- Agricultural and Bio-Environmental Engineering Technology (Farm Power and Machinery option)
- Agricultural and Bio-Environmental Engineering Technology (Soil and Water option)
- Home and Rural Economics
- Pasture and Range Management Technology
- Agribusiness Management
National Diploma (ND) – Two Years
- Agricultural Technology
- Agricultural and Bio-Environmental Engineering Technology
- Home and Rural Economics
- Science Laboratory Technology
- Irrigation Agronomy Technology
- College of Agriculture and Animal Science, Mando-Kaduna
Higher National Diploma (HND) – Two Years
- Animal Health Technology
- Animal Production Technology
- Pasture and Range Management Technology
- Agribusiness Management
National Diploma (ND) – Two Years
- Fisheries Technology
- Animal Health and Production Technology
- Science Laboratory Technology
- Kabba College of Agriculture, Kogi State
Higher National Diploma (HND) – Two Years
- Agricultural Extension and Management
- Crop Production Technology
- Horticulture Technology
- Agribusiness Management
National Diploma (ND) – Two Years
- Agricultural Technology
- Horticultural Technology
- Statistics
- Computer Science
- Animal Health and Production Technology
- Science Laboratory Technology
Admission Requirements
Higher National Diploma (HND)
Candidates seeking admission into HND programmes must possess a National Diploma with at least a lower credit in a relevant, accredited agricultural programme.
Applicants must also provide evidence of completing the mandatory one-year industrial training after their ND programme and meet the basic HND admission requirements, including five O’level credit passes.
Candidates applying from other institutions are required to provide transcripts of their previous academic records.
National Diploma (ND)
Candidates seeking admission into ND programmes must meet the stipulated entry requirements and select their preferred programmes through the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB).
Applicants who wish to change their first-choice institution or programme must complete the change through the JAMB portal.
Candidates must possess five credit passes in relevant subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, at not more than two sittings. Specific subject requirements vary by programme.
The JAMB cut-off mark for all the listed ND programmes is 100.
Candidates with a pass at the National Diploma level may be considered for HND admission after completing two years of relevant work experience following their ND graduation.
Application Fees
The University has announced the following application fees:
- National Diploma (ND): ₦2,000
- HND and ND II Special: ₦2,500
The ND application form is available online after payment of the approved ₦2,000 fee, while HND and ND II Special application forms can be obtained after payment of ₦2,500.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should follow these steps:
- Visit the Division of Agricultural Colleges website at http://dac.abu.edu.ng and click on the advertisement for the 2026/2027 application forms.
- Click on the relevant college application link.
- Select the preferred college and programme.
- Click on the application form link provided on the college’s portal.
- Select the appropriate form and click on the application link.
- Click on the “Create Account” option and provide the required information.
- Click on “Generate RRR” to obtain a Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR) transaction ID.
- Make payment using the available online payment option or print the transaction slip and pay through a bank.
- Return to the portal after completing payment.
- Log in with the username and password created during registration to complete and submit the application form.
Application Deadline
The University stated that sales of screening forms for the 2026/2027 academic session will close on Thursday, December 31, 2026.
Interested candidates are advised to complete their applications before the deadline and ensure they meet the admission requirements for their chosen programmes.
For further information and applications, visit http://dac.abu.edu.ng.
