The Management of the Benue State College of Health Sciences and Technology, Agasha, has officially announced the commencement of the admission process for the 2026/2027 academic session. Starting Monday, 2nd February 2026, the college will begin selling application forms for a wide range of specialized health programs. This cycle offers a vital opportunity for students aiming to build careers in essential medical and environmental health sectors, ranging from frontline community health to advanced laboratory and dietetic technologies.
Comprehensive List of Available Programmes
The college offers training across several critical healthcare disciplines at both the National Diploma (ND) and Higher National Diploma (HND) levels. For the 2026/2027 session, candidates can apply for National Diploma programs in Community Health, Environmental Health Technology, Public Health Technology, and Epidemiology and Disease Control. Other ND options include Medical Laboratory Technology, Orthopaedic Cast Technology, Nutrition and Dietetics, and Health Education and Promotion. Additionally, the college offers a program for Certified Pharmacy Technicians.
For advanced practitioners, HND programs are available in Community Health Technology and Environmental Health Technology. Furthermore, a specialized Top-up program is open for holders of ND, HND, and BSc degrees in Community Health who wish to upgrade their qualifications.
Eligibility and UTME Requirements
Prospective students must pay close attention to the specific entry requirements for their chosen path. For all National Diploma programs (listed as serial numbers 1 through 9), candidates must possess five credit passes in O’Level English, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. Crucially, these candidates are required to register for and sit the 2026/2027 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), selecting the Benue State College of Health Sciences and Technology, Agasha, as their institution of choice on the JAMB portal. In contrast, applicants for the HND and Top-up programs (serial numbers 10 through 12) are not required to participate in the UTME.
Application Fees and Payment Method
The cost of application forms varies depending on the level of the program. ND forms are priced at N10,000, HND forms at N15,000, and the Top-up program application fee is N25,000. All payments are to be conducted online through the Novus Microfinance Bank platform. Applicants will be automatically redirected to this payment gateway during the online registration process. It is important to ensure that payments are made only through the official portal to avoid fraudulent websites.
Step-by-Step Application Process
To apply, candidates should first visit the admissions information page at www.bschta.edu.ng/admissions to thoroughly read the application guidelines. Once the requirements are understood, the applicant should proceed to the main school portal at https://portal.bschta.edu.ng to fill out the online application form. It is essential to provide accurate contact information and upload the correct academic credentials to ensure the application is successfully processed.
Support and Technical Assistance
The college has provided dedicated helplines to assist candidates throughout the admission window. For general enquiries and clarifications regarding the courses, applicants can call 07038247422 or 08033421459. For those experiencing technical difficulties with the portal or the online payment system during registration, the technical support team can be reached at 08085360227. Candidates are advised to complete their applications early to avoid the peak traffic on the portal as the deadline approaches.