ATBU Postgraduate Form 2026/2027 is Out [UPDATED]

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for admission into various Postgraduate programmes of the University.

The Postgraduate Programmes are available in Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Master of Science (M.Sc.), Master of Tech. Education (M.Tech. Ed), Master of Engineering (M.Eng.), M.Sc. Embedded Artificial Intelligence, Master of Technology (M.Tech.), Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Health Management (MHM), Master of Accounting and Finance (MAFS), Master of Information Technology Management (MITM), Master of Development Studies (MDS), Master of Facility Management (MFM), Ph.D., M.Sc., Professional Master, and PGD in Procurement Management, Sustainable Environmental Studies, and Sustainable Social Development, and other courses in Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) levels.

Before you proceed, we recommend you check: ATBU Postgraduate COURSES.

ATBU Postgraduate Programmes Admission Requirements.

Who can apply for a ATBU Postgraduate programmes? 

1. Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)
   1. All candidates must meet the matriculation requirements including a credit pass in English Language and Mathematics at the O’ level.i.e, WAEC, NECO, NABTEB.
   2. Graduates of Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University or other recognized Universities with at least Third Class Honours Degree.
   3. HND holders with a minimum of Lower credit from recognised institutions.
   4. Holders of any other qualifications together with relevant field experience as deemed acceptable to the University.
2. Masters Degree
   1. All candidates must meet the matriculation requirements including a credit in English Language and Mathematics at the O’ level.i.e, WAEC, NECO, NABTEB.
   2. Graduates of Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University who have obtained the approved first degree with at least Second Class Honours (Lower Division).
   3. Candidates with approved University Honours Degree (CGPA of 3.00 and above on a scale of 5.00 point) or CGPA of 2.40 – 2.99 inclusive plus three years post graduation.
   4. Candidates with Third Class honours degree plus five years post graduation.
   5. Appropriate Postgraduate Diploma of the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University or other recognized Universities with at least a pass at credit level.
   6. Candidates whose degrees are unclassified with an average of C or above
   7. Candidates who possess Higher National Diploma with at least a credit pass from recognised institutions and at least a pass at credit level of Postgraduate Diploma of Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University in the relevant areas.
   8. Candidates may be required to sit for a qualifying examination either before approval of registration or at an appropriate stage of their course work or research.
3. Master of Philosophy (M. Phil) and Masters by Research Degrees
   1. Graduates of Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University or other recognized Institutions who have obtained the approved first degree with at least Second Class Honours (Upper Division)
   2. A good Second Class Honours Degree plus a considerable relevant industrial experience.
4. Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Degree
   1. All candidates must meet the matriculation requirements including a credit pass in English Language and Mathematics at the O’ level.i.e, WAEC, NECO, NABTEB.
   2. Graduates of Abubakar TafawaBalewa University who hold Masters Degree appropriate for the proposed areas of study
   3. Graduates of other recognised Universities who hold Masters Degrees with a CGPA of at least 3.50 on a scale of 5.00
   4. Candidates for the PhD programmes may be required to pass a qualifying examination and/or undergo a probationary period not exceeding 12 calendar months.

ATBU Postgraduate Programmes Duration.

*Note that the duration for Engineering Postgraduate Diploma courses is minimum of 24 months and maximum of 48 months.

How to Apply for ATBU Postgraduate Admission.

Application forms are to be completed online and obtained at the rate of N11,000 through www.pgatbu.com.ng or from the direct admission portal link: pgatbu.admissions.cloud from 13th July 2026 to 13th September 2026 for PGD, Masters and Ph.D. Applicants are expected to submit their application forms online together with scanned copies of their credentials.

PhD forms are available all year round.

Applicants are expected to submit their application forms online together with scanned copies of their credentials.

• Ensure that only valid email address and phone number are used as further correspondences will be through these channels.
• Ensure that the online form is carefully and correctly completed.
• It is mandatory for applicants to make arrangement with their previous institution(s) to forward hard copies of their academic transcripts to their prospective Head of Department, of their proposed programme. No candidate will be considered for admission without a valid transcript.
• PhD Applicants must upload a Pre-proposal or Synopsis and ensure a hard copy is sent by post to the Head of Department of their proposed programme.
• Applicants without NYSC discharge or exemption certificate need NOT apply.

CLOSING DATE : The closing date for Applications is on 13th September, 2026. Successful applicants will be notified by email.

ALH. KABIRU GARBA AMINU.

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