NELFUND Releases Important Updates for BUK Students on Refund, Upkeep and Portal Issues

Bayero University, Kano has released important updates for students regarding the Nigerian Education Loan Fund on school fees refunds, bank account upgrades, application issues and upkeep payments.

According to the notice, the refund application has commenced for students who paid their school fees personally but were also paid for by NELFUND.

For the current 2025/2026 session, undergraduate students are required to present their Student Payment Receipt, while postgraduate students are to present their Statement of Results at the Senate Building for submission to the security personnel at the entrance.

For the previous 2024/2025 session, students who applied but are yet to receive their refund are to meet directly with the NELFUND Desk Officer with their SPR, and postgraduate students with both SPR and Statement of Results.

Students are also advised to upgrade their bank accounts from restricted student accounts to fully functional accounts to avoid delays, as refunds will be processed through the same accounts used for upkeep payments.

Students experiencing missing information on the NELFUND portal are advised to visit the Centre for Information Technology, New Campus, with their registration number and full name for assistance.

On the Pay to Institution button visible to students who have completed their 2026/2027 application, students are advised not to click it unless officially instructed. Those who have already done so are advised to seek clarification from the appropriate office.

The update further notes that payment of outstanding upkeep allowances and arrears remains uncertain, and students are advised to apply early for the 2026/2027 session.