NIGERIAN POSTGRADUATE COLLEGE OF OPTOMETRISTS ANNOUNCES 2027 PRIMARY EXAMINATION FOR FELLOWSHIP ADMISSION

The Nigerian Postgraduate College of Optometrists (NPCO) has announced the schedule for its 2027 Primary Examinations for qualified Doctors of Optometry seeking admission into its four-year institution-based postgraduate training programme.

The programme leads to the award of the Fellowship of the Nigerian Postgraduate College of Optometrists in various specialties.

According to the announcement, the examination will be conducted on Thursday, February 18, 2027, and will serve as an entry requirement for admission into the college's various faculties.

EXAMINATION DATE, TIME AND VENUE

The examination details are as follows:

DECENTRALISED EXAMINATION CENTRES

In addition to the main examination venue at Imo State University, Owerri, the college has provided the following decentralised examination centres:

1. Abuja: ODORBN Office, Unity Estate, Karu, Abuja.
2. Lagos: ODORBN Office, 8 Harvey Road, Yaba, Lagos.
3. Benin City: Faculty of Optometry, University of Benin, Benin City, Edo State.

Applicants are advised to take note of the examination centre arrangements when preparing for the examination.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Interested applicants must satisfy the following requirements to be eligible for the Primary Examination:

1. Must possess a Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an institution accredited by the Optometrists and Dispensing Opticians Registration Board of Nigeria (ODORBN).
2. Must have completed at least three years post-National Youth Service Corps (NYSC).
3. Must be in good standing with ODORBN.

Only candidates who meet the stated eligibility requirements are encouraged to apply.

AVAILABLE FACULTIES AND SPECIALTIES

The Primary Examinations will be conducted for admission into the following faculties and areas of specialisation:

1. Primary Care Optometry.
2. Public Health Optometry.
3. Cornea and Contact Lenses.
4. Rehabilitative Optometry and Low Vision Care.
5. Paediatric Optometry.
6. Ocular Health.
7. Orthoptics.

Successful candidates will have the opportunity to pursue specialised postgraduate training in their chosen areas.

HOW TO APPLY FOR NPCO 2027 PRIMARY EXAMINATION

Interested and qualified Doctors of Optometry are required to complete the online application process by following the steps below:

1. Pay the non-refundable examination fee of ₦50,000 into the college's designated bank account.
2. Visit the official application portal at https://www.npco.org.ng/admissions.
3. Complete the online application form with the required information.
4. Upload the payment receipt as required.
5. Submit the completed application form.

Applicants are advised to ensure that their information and payment details are accurate before submitting their applications.

APPLICATION FEE AND BANK DETAILS

The college has announced a non-refundable examination fee of ₦50,000 for interested applicants.

The approved payment details are provided below:

Candidates should ensure that payment is made into the designated account before proceeding with the online application.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

The deadline for submission of applications is January 31, 2027.

All interested and eligible applicants are advised to complete their registration and upload the required payment evidence before the closing date.

IMPORTANT NOTICE ABOUT THE EXAMINATIONS

The Nigerian Postgraduate College of Optometrists has stated that the Part I and Part II examinations will hold on the same day at the main examination centre, Department of Optometry, Imo State University, Owerri.

Applicants should take note of this arrangement when making their examination preparations.

CONTACT DETAILS FOR ENQUIRIES

For further information and clarification regarding the examination and application process, applicants can contact the following officials:

1. Dr Udo Ubani
Faculty of Optometry, Abia State University, Uturu.
Phone: 08036770850

2. Dr Mrs Augusta Otukam-Iyama
ODORBN, Harvey Road, Yaba, Lagos.
Phone: 08035809264

3. Prof. G.C. Agu
Department of Optometry, Imo State University, Owerri.
Phone: 08037504761

4. Prof. Anthony Megwas
Department of Optometry, Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Imo State.
Phone: 08037081497

5. Prof. Mrs Faustina Idu
Department of Ocular Health and Contact Lenses, Faculty of Optometry, University of Benin, Benin City, Edo State.
Phone: 08023417918

6. Dr Monday Ejukonemu
Department of Optometry, Bayero University, Kano, Kano State.
Phone: 08033281569

7. The Registrar
ODORBN, Unity Estate, Karu, Abuja.
Phone: 0817284608

8. Dr Anderson Chimeziri
NOA Secretariat, 2 Nana Aisha Close, Nana Court Estate, Sabo East Layout, opposite Dunamis Glory Dome, Umaru Musa Yar'Adua Way, Abuja.

9. Dr Omaka Andrew
Faculty of Optometry, Abia State University, Uturu.
Phone: 08069239060

10. College Public Relations Officer
Dr Jude Thaddeus Nguzoro
Phone: 08065149114

CONCLUSION

Qualified Doctors of Optometry interested in advancing their professional knowledge and specialising in different areas of optometric practice are encouraged to take advantage of the Nigerian Postgraduate College of Optometrists' postgraduate training opportunity.

Applicants should carefully review the eligibility requirements, complete