Did you just get your BUK student ID? Awesome. The next step is the BUK Library Registration.

Registering in the library unlocks your access to a world of quiet study spaces, online journals, and past exam papers for your studies.

Registering early is a smart student hack that sets you up for success from the start. Let's walk you through the simple steps to activate your full library access and make the most of this incredible resource.

How to Apply for BUK Library Card 2025/2026

Currently, library registration for this session hasn't started yet, but let me put you through what to expect and how it was done in the 2024/2025 Session.

Tentatively, since the registration for the last session was on the 30th of June 2025, it is expected that the new session registration will be in June 2026.

What Can I Bring for My BUK Library Registration?

Before you head to the library, it is expected of you to come with the following:

  • Printed Student Information Form (SIF).

  • One recent passport sized photograph.

  • Proof of Admission.

Note that if you miss any of the above mentioned documents, you will not be attended to.

BUK Library Registration Timetable

To avoid queues or delays, adhere to the official registration hours:

  • Monday to Thursday: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

  • Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Note: Fridays have shorter work hours, so ensure to go early for your registration if you intend to go on Friday.

Where Can I Register for the BUK Library?

The venue depends on your faculty. The schedule is:

  • Law, Agriculture, Engineering, and Communication Students are to report to their faculty library directly

  • Students in other faculties located at Old Campus are expected to register at the College of Natural and Pharmaceutical Sciences Library (Formerly known as the Science Library)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How Much is Registration in BUK?
A: BUK (Bayero University, Kano) registration fees involve an initial acceptance fee of around N10,000 for new students, plus other potential charges like caution deposits and orientation fees, with total fees varying significantly by faculty (e.g., Education students paid around N111,300 for 2024/2025).

You generate specific payment forms (BUKPPF) via the myBUK portal (mybuk2.buk.edu.ng) for exact amounts.

Q: How Much are Hostel Fees in BUK?
A: BUK (Bayero University, Kano) hostel fees vary, with recent (2024/2025) sources suggesting around ₦10,000 for general students, though costs depend on your specific faculty, level (ND, HND, etc.), and potential utility/messing fees, with applications typically via the myBUK portal.

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: How Much are BUK School Fees for Freshers?
A: For Bayero University, Kano (BUK) freshers, total fees vary by faculty, but expect around N111,300 for Education students (including acceptance fee, etc.) for 2024/2025, with other faculties potentially different, plus a separate N10,000 acceptance fee and hostel fees (e.g., N37k-N57k+ depending on campus/mattress).

Always check the official BUK portal or your specific faculty's fee schedule for exact amounts for your program.

Q: How Do I Create an Account on the BUK Portal?
A: Fresh students need their Admission letter serial number, Jamb Number, and Registration Number for authentication.

After successful authentication, a username and password will be generated for them. Returning students need their Registration Number, Last Session's Username, and JAMB number.

Q: Can I Enter University without JAMB?
A: Yes, you can enter university in Nigeria without JAMB through several legitimate pathways, including Direct Entry (DE) for those with diplomas/A-levels, IJMB/JUPEB programs for direct 200L entry, Open Universities (like NOUN) offering distance learning, and some private universities with alternative screening, focusing on O'Level results, diplomas, or A-Level certificates instead of UTME.