Are you eager to know if your name made it to the BUK admission list? We all know that after your UTME, meeting the cut-off mark, and completing the Post UTME screening, this list is your final result, as it contains the names of successful candidates offered provisional admission into various degree programs.
Finding your name there is a cause for major celebration, as it means that you've been officially invited to start your journey as a BUK student. Let's get you ready to check your status and understand what to do next.
Is the BUK Admission List 2025/2026 Out?
The BUK admission list is out, as applicants are currently being offered admission in batches. Students who participated in the Post UTME screening exercise for 2025/2026 are advised to keep checking the official portal for their names.
You can check your name on:
JAMP CAPS Portal
BUK Admission Screening Portal (https://mybuk2.buk.edu.ng/bukat2025/bukat_login.php)
BUK Official Portal (https://buk.edu.ng/)
BUK Admission Requirement
There are basic requirements needed for the 2025/2026 Admission List:
UTME Score | 160 and above |
|---|---|
Choice of Institution | BUK must be your first choice |
SSCE Requirements | 5 Credits, including English and Mathematics |
Screening Participation | Mandatory to get admitted |
How to Check BUK Admission List 2025/2026
Below are the steps to follow to check your admission status using two methods:
1. Using JAMB CAPS:
Visit the JAMB CAPS Portal https://efacility.jamb.gov.ng/Login
Log in to your account by entering your registered email address and password to access your JAMB profile.
Click on "Check Admission Status" and select your examination year on the dashboard.
Type in your JAMB registration number in the space provided and click “Access my CAPS” to proceed.
Note:
Your current admission status will be displayed as one of the following:
“Congratulations!”: You’ve been offered admission. You can either accept or reject the offer.
“Admission in Progress”: Your admission is still under consideration; check back regularly.
“Not Admitted”: You haven’t been offered admission yet; keep monitoring the portal for updates.
This process helps you confirm your admission status officially through the JAMB platform before proceeding with any school specific verification.
2. Using the School Portal:
Visit the BUKAT portal using the official link.
Enter your 14 digit UTME number and UTME score in the required fields.
Once logged in successfully, your admission status will be displayed.
Note:
Please note that some applicants may have had their courses changed for specific reasons. Such candidates must complete the necessary follow up steps to secure their admission and avoid losing it.
You can conveniently check your admission status using either a mobile phone or a desktop computer.
BUK Admission List Batches
BUK releases admission in multiple batches (1st batch, 2nd batch, and sometimes 3rd batch). If you can't find your name in the first batch, don't panic; there's still hope in subsequent batches.
How to Pay the BUK Acceptance Fee
After successfully checking your admission status, you will be required to pay an acceptance fee to fully secure the admission. Here are the steps to follow for your payment:
Step 1: Log In to the BUK Portal
Visit the BUK portal (https://mybuk2.buk.edu.ng/bukat2025/bukat_login.php)
After logging in, download all the required documents, then generate your BUK Personalised Payment Form (BUKPPF) for the acceptance fee.
Step 2: Make Payment on Remita
Go to the Remita website to pay your BUK Acceptance Fee.
Enter the Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR) number generated on your BUKPPF and pay using your debit card on the Remita electronic payments platform.
Alternatively, you may take the RRR to any bank branch and make your payment there.
Step 3: Confirm Your Payment on the BUK Portal
After completing your payment, return to the BUK portal and confirm your payment status.
If the payment has been recognised, print all the necessary documents related to your BUK Acceptance Fee.
If it hasn’t been updated yet, wait a while for the system to process your payment.
Step 4: Download
Download your payment slip for safekeeping and reference purposes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Has BUK released the Admission List for 2025-2026?
A: The management of Bayero University Kano (BUK) has released the list of candidates offered admission into various undergraduate programmes for the 2025/2026 session.
Q: How to Check BUK Admission?
A: You can check BUK admission status by logging into the official BUK student portal or by checking the admission list on the JAMB portal.
Admission lists are typically released on the university's official channels, such as their student portal or through announcements on their official social media pages.
Q: How Much is the BUK Acceptance Fee?
A: For Bayero University Kano (BUK) fresh students, the acceptance fee is around N10,000 (Ten Thousand Naira), paid via Remita after generating the BUKPPF on the admission portal, though you should always confirm the exact amount and procedure on the official myBUK portal or admission announcements for the 2025/2026 session, as fees can change.
Q: How Much is the Bayero University School Fee?
A: Bayero University (BUK) school fees vary by faculty and student level, but a 2024/2025 example shows a fee of ₦111,300 for fresh students in the Faculty of Education and ₦100,500 for returning students.
Foreign students may pay a higher fee of ₦300,000, and acceptance fees for new students are listed as ₦10,000.
Q: Is BUK doing Post-UTME or Screening?
A: Yes, BUK conducts a Post-UTME online screening, not a traditional written exam, for admission to undergraduate programs.
Prospective students must register on the university's website, pay the required fee, and submit their documents online for verification.
Q: Has BUK started Giving Admission in 2025?
A: Yes, Bayero University Kano (BUK) has started releasing admissions for the 2025/2026 academic session, with lists appearing on JAMB CAPS and official portals around late October/early November 2025, following their Post-UTME screening, which ran earlier in August.
Candidates are advised to regularly check their JAMB CAPS and the official BUK portals for updates, as admissions are ongoing in batches, and acceptance fees (around N10,000) are being requested.
Q: Does Bayero University accept Second Choice?
A: Please note that only Candidates who applied through JAMB for Direct Entry Admissions and chose Bayero University as their First Choice are eligible for screening and admission.
