The University management of Benue State University, Makurdi (BSUM) has officially opened the hostel portal for application for students for the 2025/2026 academic session. The allocation covers all interested students on campus from the first year, down to final year students.
BSUM Hostel Allocation 2025/2026 Academic Session
BSUM hostel allocation for new students will officially begin on Monday, 8th September 2025. The allocation for returning students will begin on Tuesday, 16th September 2025.
All interested students who wish to live in the university hostel are expected to visit the portal, apply for a bed space, and pay the hostel fee. Students should also be aware that the allocation will be on a first come, first served basis. It is important to apply early, so you can join the first batch of students to receive their allocation.
How to Apply/Pay for BSUM Hostel Allocation 2025/2026 Session
To be eligible for the allocation, school fees payment and course registration give access.
Visit portal.bsum.edu.ng
Log in using your Matric Number or JAMB Registration Number.
Navigate to the student operation menu,
click on "Hostel Application".
Select Hostel: On the Hostel Reservation page, you will see a list of available hostels. Choose your preferred one and click "Apply Now".
Confirm your reservation details and click "Submit".
Generate a payment reference number
Make payment by visiting any commercial bank with the printed invoice, or you can pay online using an ATM card.
After successful payment, return to the portal to confirm your payment
Print two (2) copies of your Hostel Allocation Slip.
BSUM List of Hostels and their prices 2025/2026 Session
HOSTEL | GENDER | FRESH STUDENTS | RETURNING STUDENTS |
|---|---|---|---|
Aper Aku Hostel | Male | 18,000 | 12,000 |
Tony Momoh Hostel | Female | 18,000 | 12,000 |
Big Mummy Hostel | Female | 18,000 | 12,000 |
General Gabriel Kpamber Hostel | Male | 18,000 | 12,000 |
Prof. Shamsudeen Amali Hostel | Female | 18,000 | 12,000 |
College of Health Sciences (CHS) Hostel | Mixed | 35,000 | |
Postgraduate Hostel | Mixed | 60,000 |
BSUM Hostel Rules and Regulations
Cooking is strictly banned inside rooms
You cannot sell, transfer, or swap your bed space with another student
Allowing an unregistered student to live in your room is a serious offence. If caught, both the original owner and the squatter will face disciplinary action.
Male students are strictly prohibited from entering female hostel rooms, and female students are not allowed in male hostel rooms. Visitors must be received in the common areas or the porter’s lodge.
No unauthorised guests are allowed to stay overnight. If you have a guest, you must get written permission from the Hall Warden or the Dean of Student Affairs.
Noise must be kept to a minimum, especially after 10:00 PM
Any form of cultism or physical assault is a ground for immediate expulsion from the hostel and the university.
You are expected to be decently dressed even when roaming within the hostel premises or common rooms.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Who is eligible to apply for BSUM hostels?
A. Only students who have fully paid their school fees, completed their semester course registration, and paid the non refundable hostel application fee are eligible.
Q. Why does the portal say "No available space" just minutes after opening?
A. With over 17,000 students and only about 2,300 bed spaces, the demand is massive. Spaces usually sell out within the first hour of the portal opening.
Q. How long does a reservation last before payment?
A. Once you click "Apply Now" and reserve a space, you have a strict 24 hour window to complete the payment. If you miss this, the system automatically releases the space.
Q. Is the hostel fee paid every semester or every session?
A. The fee covers one full academic session (two semesters). You must reapply and pay again at the start of every new session.
Q. What happens to my belongings during the holidays?
A. Students are generally required to vacate the hostels with all their belongings during long breaks. The school is not liable for items left behind.
Q. If I change my mind, can I get a refund?
A. Hostel fees are generally non refundable once the allocation has been processed. It is important to be sure you want to stay on campus before making the payment.
Q. Can freshers apply for hostels immediately after seeing their name on the university admission list?
A. No, you must first complete your physical screening, pay your acceptance and school fees, and get your matriculation number before the portal will allow you to apply for a hostel.
Q. Can I choose a specific room or bed?
A. The portal allows you to select a hostel block, but specific room and bed assignments are usually handled physically at the Student Affairs Division after you present your allocation slip.
