2026 ACADEMIC SESSION – BAYELSA STATE COLLEGE OF NURSING SCIENCES (BYSCONS)
The Management of Bayelsa State College of Nursing Sciences (BYSCONS) is pleased to announce that the sale of application forms for the 2026 academic session has officially commenced. This admission cycle offers various professional programs designed to equip aspiring healthcare providers with the skills necessary for excellence in nursing and midwifery.
I. ADMISSION TIMELINE
Prospective candidates are urged to take note of the following critical dates:
- Application Window: Forms are available from April 13th, 2026.
- Closing Date: The portal will remain open until July 10th, 2026.
II. AVAILABLE PROGRAMMES
BYSCONS offers the following specialized professional paths:
- Community Nursing
- Midwifery
- Post-Basic Nursing/Midwifery Programme
III. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
To ensure high standards of professional training, applicants must meet the following requirements:
For Community Nursing & Midwifery:
- Age: Applicants must be at least 16 years of age.
- Academic Qualifications: Must possess WAEC/NECO/NABTEB results with at least 5 credits in English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
- Sittings: These credits must be obtained in no more than two sittings.
For Post-Basic Nursing/Midwifery:
- Certification: Applicants must hold valid RN (Registered Nurse) or RM (Registered Midwife) certificates.
IV. APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Interested candidates should follow these systematic steps to complete their registration:
- Portal Access: Visit the official application link at https://byscons.edu.ng/post-basic-and-community-programme/
- Payment: Make a non-refundable application fee payment of N25,000.00.
- Data Entry: Fill out the online application form accurately and submit.
- Documentation: Print the system-generated acknowledgement slip and payment receipt (color printing is highly recommended for clarity).
V. ENTRANCE EXAMINATION DETAILS
Admission is subject to a mandatory Computer Based Test (CBT). Details are as follows:
- Date: July 18th, 2026
- Time: 8:00 AM Prompt
- Venue: College CBT Center
- Requirement: Candidates must present their original acknowledgement slip at the examination venue.
CONCLUSION: SECURING YOUR FUTURE IN HEALTHCARE
To check your admission status after the examination, simply use your unique Application Number and Last Name on the official BYSCONS portal. We look forward to welcoming the next generation of nursing professionals to our institution.
Please be guided accordingly.
Signed:
Management
Bayelsa State College of Nursing Sciences