BOUESTI ANNOUNCES 2026/2027 HOSTEL ACCOMMODATION APPLICATION DATES, FEES AND PROCEDURES
The Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science and Technology, Ikere-Ekiti (BOUESTI), has announced the commencement dates, accommodation fees and application procedures for students seeking accommodation in the university’s Halls of Residence for the 2026/2027 academic session.
According to a memo issued by the Office of the University Hall Master, applications for new students will commence on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., through the university portal. Returning students are scheduled to begin their accommodation applications on Friday, October 30, 2026.
BOUESTI Hostel Accommodation Fees for 2026/2027
The university has released the approved accommodation fees for its six Halls of Residence as follows:
| Hall of Residence | Approved Fee |
| --- | ---: |
| Hall A | ₦80,000 |
| Hall B | ₦80,000 |
| Hall C | ₦80,000 |
| Hall D | ₦80,000 |
| Hall E | ₦100,000 |
| Hall F | ₦150,000 |
Allocation of Halls by Gender
The university has also specified the halls designated for male and female students:
- Female students: Halls A, B, E and F.
- Male students: Halls C and D.
Bed spaces will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Interested students are therefore advised to complete their applications promptly.
Requirements for Hostel Accommodation
According to the university, students applying for accommodation must have paid at least 60% of their school fees.
However, students who can provide evidence that they have applied for a NELFUND loan will be permitted to apply for accommodation without meeting the 60% tuition payment requirement.
How to Apply for BOUESTI Hostel Accommodation
Students are required to follow the steps below to apply for accommodation:
- Visit the university portal at http://portal.bouesti.edu.ng.
- Log in to the student dashboard using the appropriate username and password.
- For fresh students: Use your JAMB Registration Number as your username and `password1` as your initial password.
- Fresh students must complete their biodata before proceeding with the application.
- Click on “Hostel/Accommodation” on the left-hand side of the dashboard.
- Select your preferred Hall of Residence from the available options: Hall A, B, C, D, E or F.
- Follow the instructions provided on the portal to complete payment.
How to Select Your Bed Space
After making a successful payment, students must return to the “Hostel/Accommodation” section of the portal to select their preferred bed space.
Students should then print their Hostel/Accommodation Biodata Form, which contains details of the room and accommodation allocated to them.
Registration After Accommodation Allocation
After printing the Accommodation Biodata Form, each student is required to complete the following steps:
- Register with the University Hall Master before proceeding to the hostel.
- Complete the necessary residential registration processes in the allocated Hall of Residence.
- Submit signed or endorsed passport-sized photographs and complete other required forms at the hall.
Students are advised to complete all the required registration procedures to avoid difficulties during their stay in the hostel.
Important Notice on Hostel Payment
The university has strongly advised all students to make accommodation payments only through the official BOUESTI portal and not directly through the Remita website at www.remita.net.
Students who fail to follow the approved application and payment procedures may face penalties.
The memo, signed by Ojege O.N. on behalf of the University Hall Master, also states that the latest notice supersedes the earlier memo with reference number BOUESTI/UHM/Vol.1/002 dated October 22, 2026.
Students seeking university accommodation for the 2026/2027 academic session are advised to follow the approved procedures and monitor the official university portal for further information.