ABU DAC Admission Form 2025/2026 | HND/ND/REM/CERT.

 

ABU DAC Admission Form 2025/2026 | HND/ND/REM/CERT.


Ahmadu Bello University’s Division of Agricultural Colleges is now selling admission forms for ND and HND courses for 2025/2026. Whether you’re applying fresh through JAMB or coming in with an ND certificate, there’s a place for you if you meet the conditions. This article breaks down the courses, cut-off marks, and how to apply.



Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, has begun accepting applications into its Division of Agricultural Colleges (DAC) for the 2025/2026 session. Forms are available for National Diploma (ND), Special ND II, and Higher National Diploma (HND) programmes.

The DAC runs three colleges across different locations in Nigeria. Each college offers unique courses in agriculture, science, and related fields.



List of Colleges and Available Courses
A. Samaru College of Agriculture, Zaria

HND (2 years)Agricultural Extension and Management
Pest Management
Agricultural and Bio-Environmental Engineering (Farm Power & Machinery)
Agricultural and Bio-Environmental Engineering (Soil & Water)
Home and Rural Economics
Pasture and Range Management

ND (2 years)Agricultural Technology (cut-off: 110)
Agricultural & Bio-Environmental Engineering (cut-off: 105)
Home and Rural Economics (cut-off: 100)
Science Lab Technology (cut-off: 120)
Irrigation Agronomy (cut-off: 100)
B. College of Agriculture and Animal Science, Mando – Kaduna

HND (2 years)Animal Health
Animal Production
Pasture and Range Management
Agribusiness

ND (2 years)Fisheries (cut-off: 100)
Animal Health & Production (cut-off: 100)
Science Lab Technology (cut-off: 100)
C. Kabba College of Agriculture, Kogi State

HND (2 years)Agricultural Extension
Crop Production
Horticulture & Landscape
Agribusiness

ND (2 years)Agricultural Technology (cut-off: 100)
Horticultural Technology (cut-off: 100)
Statistics (cut-off: 100)
Computer Science (cut-off: 100)
Animal Health & Production (cut-off: 100)
Science Lab Technology (cut-off: 100)
Entry Requirements
For HND

You need:A National Diploma (ND) in a related course, with at least Lower Credit
One-year industrial training after ND
Five O’Level credits in English, Maths, Chemistry/Physics, and Agric Science or Biology

Some programmes need a specific ND or NCE background. For example:Pest Management accepts ND in Agric Tech, Bio-Env Engineering, or Science Lab Tech
Animal Health needs ND in Animal Health & Production
Home & Rural Economics allows ND or NCE in Home Economics, Food Tech, or similar areas

Applicants with a Pass in ND may be considered if they’ve worked for 2 years (DAC graduates) or 3 years (others).
For NDMust apply through JAMB
Must upload O’Level results to the JAMB portal
Must change institution to any of the DAC colleges if not originally chosen
Need five O’Level credits, including English and Maths

Subject combinations vary by course. For example:Computer Science: English, Maths, Physics, and two from Chemistry, Agric, Economics, or Geography
Agricultural Tech: English, Maths, Biology, Chemistry, and one other science or social science subject
How to Apply

Visit the DAC eForms Portal

For ND candidates:Pay ₦2,000 through any commercial bank or Remita

For HND and ND II Special:Pay ₦2,500

Steps:Select the right form
Create an account
Generate RRR
Pay online or at the bank
Fill the application form
Extra Info and Contacts

Each college has its own page:Mando College Portal
Kabba College Portal
Samaru College Portal

Need help? Text or WhatsApp only (no calls):08064943720
08029338896
Or email: [email protected]

Forms are live now, but they won’t stay open forever. Don’t leave it late.