The Management of Umar Suleiman College of Education, Gashua (USCOEGA) has announced that admission processes are currently open for the 2025/2026 Academic Session across several programmes. The notice covers NCE, undergraduate, diploma (ND/OND), and PGD options; prospective students are expected to check the entry rules before starting.
1) Nigerian Certificate in Education (NCE) programme
Admission status: OPEN
Courses: All NCE courses are available for application.
USCOEGA stated that the application form and registration are free of charge for all new applicants for the 2025/2026 session; candidates should apply while the window remains open.
2) Undergraduate programme
Admission status: OPEN
Key requirements stated:
- minimum JAMB score of 150 and above
- Umar Suleiman College of Education, Gashua, must be the candidate’s first choice on the JAMB portal
- minimum of five (5) O’Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics, in relevant subjects, obtained in not more than two sittings
Candidates who meet these conditions are invited to apply; applicants should confirm their JAMB choice and results before moving forward.
3) Diploma programmes (OND/ND)
Admission status: OPEN
Admissions into various Ordinary National Diploma (OND) and National Diploma (ND) programmes are ongoing; interested applicants are to proceed with their applications.
4) Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) programmes
Admission status: OPEN
Courses: All PGD courses are available for suitably qualified graduates.
General guidance for applicants
USCOEGA advised prospective students to ensure they meet the specific entry requirements for their chosen programme before applying; that simple check can prevent avoidable mistakes.
For details, clarifications, and application steps, candidates should use the official channel via the or contact the Admissions Office directly.
The Management also asked prospective students to refrain from sending repeated direct messages on Facebook for basic enquiries; the notice stated that the information is now public.
Fraud warning
The College warned applicants to beware of individuals or pages requesting payment for forms or admission. The NCE application, as stated, is free; all transactions are to be made only through official College channels.

