Current status: applications are open. The Federal University of Health Sciences, Otukpo (FUHSO), Benue State, is accepting applications for its 2026/2027 postgraduate admission exercise. The university’s official homepage lists the application period as 17 August to 2 October 2026 and gives the application fee as ₦25,000.
That leaves about 26 calendar days for candidates checking the opportunity on 6 September 2026. Prospective applicants should begin early because the university says the fee is non-refundable, requires credentials to be uploaded in JPEG format and warns applicants against Remita or third-party payment channels that are not authorised by the university.
At a glance
- University: Federal University of Health Sciences, Otukpo (FUHSO)
- Session: 2026/2027
- Application window: 17 August–2 October 2026
- Application fee: ₦25,000, non-refundable
- Available levels: PGD, M.Sc. and PhD
- Official action: Open the FUHSO website and use the “Register Now” link under School of Postgraduate Studies
What FUHSO has announced
FUHSO’s official School of Postgraduate Studies page presents the 2026/2027 postgraduate session as beginning in October 2026. It lists postgraduate diploma, Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy programmes across health, science, computing, pharmacy, clinical and research-related areas.
The detailed programme page currently lists 16 PGD programmes, 39 M.Sc. programmes and 31 PhD programmes. The university homepage’s shorter promotional panel says 38 M.Sc. programmes, so applicants should use the detailed programme page and the live application form as the final reference for the course they intend to select. This is a count discrepancy on FUHSO’s own pages, not a reason to rely on an unofficial course list.
Programmes currently displayed on the official postgraduate page
| Area | Examples shown by FUHSO |
|---|---|
| Biochemistry and biological sciences | Biochemistry, Medical Biochemistry, Environmental Biology, Genetics and Molecular Biology, Hydrobiology and Fisheries, Parasitology and Entomology, Plant Science and Biotechnology |
| Biostatistics, chemistry and physics | Biostatistics, Analytical Chemistry, Environmental and Pollution Control, Medicinal Chemistry, Radiation and Medical Physics, Environmental Physics, Material Science and Renewable Energy |
| Computing and mathematics | Computer Science, Cyber Security, GenAI for Business and Mathematics |
| Microbiology and pharmacy | Microbiology, Food and Industrial Microbiology, Environmental Microbiology, Pharmaceutical and Medicinal Chemistry, Pharmacognosy and Herbal Medicine, Drug Production and Vaccinology, Pharmacology and Toxicology |
| Medical and research disciplines | Forensic Science, Cell and Molecular Biology, Forensic and Genetic Anthropology, Human and Medical Genetics, Neuroscience, Immunology, Medical Microbiology and Clinical Sciences |
| Global health and information resources | Public Health, Bioinformatics, Health Economics, Forensic Accounting and Fraud Investigation, Healthcare Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Health Information Management, Library and Information Science, and Health Record and Archival Management |
FUHSO also highlights specialised areas such as Drug Production and Vaccinology, Forensic Accounting and Fraud Investigation, Forensic and Genetic Anthropology, Human and Medical Genetics, Neuroscience and Immunology. Applicants should confirm whether a programme is available at their intended level before paying or submitting the form.
FUHSO postgraduate application fee and deadline
The official homepage states that the application fee is ₦25,000 and is payable through Remita under the university’s student-charges instructions. The fee is described as non-refundable. The stated closing date is 2 October 2026.
FUHSO has not published a separate universal deadline time on the pages reviewed. Candidates should therefore avoid waiting until the final day and should save proof of payment and the submitted form. A portal remaining accessible after the stated date should not be interpreted as an extension unless FUHSO publishes one.
How to apply
- Go to the official FUHSO website at fuhso.edu.ng.
- Open the School of Postgraduate Studies section and read the programme information at the official postgraduate page.
- Use the “Register Now” link displayed on the university homepage for the 2026/2027 postgraduate application.
- Select the postgraduate level and programme that match your qualifications and research interest.
- Follow the official payment instruction and pay the ₦25,000 fee through the stated Remita route. Do not send money to a personal account, agent or social-media contact.
- Prepare and upload the required credentials in the format requested by the form. The university specifically says credentials should be uploaded in JPEG format.
- Review your details, programme choice, email address and uploaded files before submitting.
- Save or print the completed application evidence and monitor your email and official FUHSO channels for screening or admission instructions.
What applicants should verify before payment
The accessible official programme page lists the available courses but does not present one universal entry-qualification table for every PGD, M.Sc. and PhD option. Requirements can differ by discipline and level. Before making payment, confirm the following from the live application form or FUHSO postgraduate office:
- the accepted first degree, HND, professional qualification or postgraduate qualification for the selected programme;
- the minimum grade or CGPA and any relevant subject background;
- whether a research proposal, transcript, NYSC discharge/exemption document, referee details or professional registration is required;
- whether the selected course is accepting applications at PGD, M.Sc. or PhD level; and
- the procedure and date for any screening test, interview or document verification.
Do not assume that meeting a general postgraduate requirement guarantees admission. FUHSO will still assess the programme-specific qualifications, available places and any further screening requirements.
FUHSO payment and portal warning
Payment safety is especially important because the university’s current homepage carries an urgent warning against unauthorised Remita and third-party payments. FUHSO says payments made through unauthorised channels may be rejected. Use the link reached from the official university website, check the web address before entering personal or payment details, and keep the Remita receipt.
The university also displays apply.fuhso.edu.ng and eportal.fuhso.edu.ng as authorised FUHSO portals for new and returning users. Applicants should follow the postgraduate registration route shown on the official homepage rather than guessing which portal to use.
Important clarification for candidates
This is a postgraduate admission opportunity for the 2026/2027 academic session. It is separate from FUHSO’s undergraduate Post-UTME/Direct Entry screening, whose registration window was listed separately on the university website. Undergraduate candidates should not pay the postgraduate fee or use the postgraduate registration link for an undergraduate application.
Frequently asked questions
Is FUHSO postgraduate admission for 2026/2027 open?
Yes. FUHSO’s official homepage currently lists the postgraduate application period as 17 August–2 October 2026.
How much is the FUHSO postgraduate form?
The fee shown on the official homepage is ₦25,000 and it is stated to be non-refundable.
What is the FUHSO postgraduate admission deadline?
The stated closing date is 2 October 2026. FUHSO has not given a separate universal closing time on the pages reviewed.
Which programmes are available?
The detailed FUHSO postgraduate page lists PGD, M.Sc. and PhD options in areas including biochemistry, biological sciences, biostatistics, chemistry, computing, mathematics, microbiology, physics, pharmacy, basic medical sciences, clinical sciences, global health and information resources. Confirm the live list before applying.
Where should I apply?
Start from the official FUHSO website and use the postgraduate “Register Now” link shown there. Avoid links sent by unverified agents or social-media accounts.
Official sources
- FUHSO official homepage — application window, fee and payment warning
- FUHSO School of Postgraduate Studies — programme list and October 2026 session information
- FUHSO postgraduate registration link displayed on the official homepage
Last checked by Exams Scholars on 6 September 2026, Africa/Lagos. Dates, fees, programme availability and portal instructions can change; verify them on FUHSO’s official website before payment.
