ABUBAKAR TAFAWA BALEWA UNIVERSITY (ATBU) REVIEWS POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS' CHARGES FOR 2026/2027 SESSION
Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), Bauchi, has approved a review of postgraduate students' charges, with the revised rates scheduled to take effect from the 2026/2027 academic session.
The decision was reached by the University's Governing Council during its 101st Regular Meeting held on Thursday, May 7, 2026.
According to a memorandum issued by the Registrar and Secretary to Council, the review covers charges for Master of Science (M.Sc.) and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) programmes, with different rates for domestic and foreign students, as well as new and returning students.
ATBU Postgraduate School Fees for 2026/2027
The approved charges are divided into two categories of faculties:
- Category A: FEET, FOS, FOC and CMS.
- Category B: FAAT, FET, FMS and FTE.
The revised rates are outlined below.
1. M.Sc. Programme Charges
| Student Category | FEET, FOS, FOC & CMS | FAAT, FET, FMS & FTE |
| --- | ---: | ---: |
| Domestic New Students | ₦543,840.00 | ₦443,840.00 |
| Domestic Returning Students | ₦302,940.00 | ₦252,940.00 |
| Foreign New Students | ₦721,120 ($515) | ₦621,120 ($444) |
| Foreign Returning Students | ₦429,970 ($307) | ₦279,760 ($200) |
2. Ph.D. Programme Charges
| Student Category | FEET, FOS, FOC & CMS | FAAT, FET, FMS & FTE |
| --- | ---: | ---: |
| Domestic New Students | ₦744,500.00 | ₦644,500.00 |
| Domestic Returning Students | ₦368,750.00 | ₦318,750.00 |
| Foreign New Students | ₦930,170 ($664) | ₦830,110 ($593) |
| Foreign Returning Students | ₦508,750 ($363) | ₦458,750 ($328) |
When Will the New Charges Take Effect?
The revised postgraduate charges will become effective from the 2026/2027 academic session.
Postgraduate students, including newly admitted and returning candidates, are advised to review the applicable rates for their programmes and faculty categories when making financial arrangements for the new session.
Important Notice to Postgraduate Students
The approved rates differ according to programme, student status and faculty category. Students should confirm which category applies to their programme before making payments.
For further clarification, students are advised to consult the relevant university offices and official communication channels for guidance on payment procedures and other applicable charges.