If you applied to Nasarawa State College of Health Science and Technology (NASCOHST), Keffi, for the 2026/2027 academic session, you may find yourself checking the admission list often.
This guide explains what is currently known about the NASCOHST 2026 admission list, how the process works this year, and what steps to take if your name appears or does not.
Quick Background on NASCOHST Keffi
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Nasarawa State College of Health Science and Technology, popularly known as COHST Keffi or NASCOHSTK, is one of Nasarawa State’s leading institutions for training middle-level health workers.
The college runs National Diploma (ND), Higher National Diploma (HND), and Professional/Certificate Diploma programmes in fields such as Community Health Science, Medical Laboratory Science, Environmental Health Science, Pharmaceutical Science, Health Information Management, Public Health Science, Dispensing Opticianry, Biomedical Engineering, and Medical Imaging/X-Ray Technology.
Where the 2026/2027 Admission Process Stands
For the 2026/2027 session, the college opened its Post-UTME screening and online registration window from early July through 31 July 2026.
Candidates were required to have sat the 2026 UTME, chosen NASCOHST as their first-choice institution on JAMB, and met the departmental cut-off marks, which the school set between 120 and 150 depending on the programme.
As of late August 2026, the college has not yet made a formal public announcement about releasing the full merit admission list.
This is normal.
Nigerian tertiary institutions usually process admissions in batches- first list, second list, and sometimes a supplementary list- over several weeks after the Post-UTME screening closes.
JAMB uploads names to the Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS) as each batch is cleared.
Based on previous years, candidates should expect the first batch of the 2026/2027 list to appear on JAMB CAPS and the school’s channels within a few weeks of the screening deadline, with more batches following to fill any remaining slots.
How to Check Your NASCOHST Admission Status
There are two reliable ways to confirm whether you have been offered a place.
1. Through the JAMB CAPS Portal
Since NASCOHST admissions run through JAMB, this is the most authoritative source.
- Visit the JAMB e-Facility portal.
- Log in with your JAMB registered email address and password (the same details used during UTME registration).
- Locate the “Check Admission Status” option.
- Select “Access My CAPS.”
- Click “Admission Status” to see your result.
If it shows “Admission Offered,” you have been officially admitted.
If it says something else, like “Not Admitted” or there is no update, it means your file has not been processed for that batch yet.
Keep checking regularly.
2. Through the College’s Own Channels
NASCOHST also publishes its admission lists directly, usually as PDF documents or notices shared through:
- The official college website
- The notice boards at the Expressway Campus and the City Campus (Old Nasarawa Road)
- The school’s verified social media pages and WhatsApp/Facebook update groups.
It is a good idea to check both JAMB CAPS and the school’s announcements, as one may update before the other.
What to Do Once Your Name Is on the List
Being listed is only the first step.
To secure your admission, you generally need to:
- Accept the offer on JAMB CAPS within the stated deadline. If you do not do this in time, you may lose your spot automatically.
- Print your JAMB admission letter from the CAPS portal.
- Pay the acceptance fee as directed by the college’s bursary or admissions office.
- Report in person for registration and bring your original credentials. These include your WAEC/NECO/NABTEB results, JAMB result slip, birth certificate, local government identification, passport photographs, and any other documents the school asks for.
- Complete departmental screening and clearance, since some programmes (particularly Medical Laboratory Science, Pharmaceutical Science, and Community Health Science) carry out an additional round of document verification before final clearance.
Missing the acceptance or registration deadline is a common reason why candidates lose their admission slots, which are then given to others.
Always treat every date the school publishes as final.
What If You Are Not on the First List?
Do not worry. Nigerian colleges of health technology usually release more than one batch of admissions because not every candidate accepts their slot, which opens up space for others.
If your name is not on the first list:
- Confirm that NASCOHST is still listed as your first choice on your JAMB profile.
- If you had chosen a different institution first but meet NASCOHST’s cut-off, apply for a change of institution/choice through JAMB as soon as the window opens.
- Watch out for a supplementary admission list, which the college has released in past sessions for programmes that still had vacancies after the initial batches.
- Keep monitoring JAMB CAPS, since names are sometimes added there before any public announcement.
Cut-Off Marks and Requirements to Keep in Mind
For 2026/2027, NASCOHST set course-specific cut-off marks ranging roughly from 120 to 150, with more competitive programmes like Community Health Science and Environmental Health Science requiring the higher end of that range.
Beyond the UTME score, candidates generally need five O’Level credit passes, including English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, obtained in not more than two sittings from WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Has the NASCOHST 2026/2027 admission list been released?
As of the most recent update, the college has not formally announced the complete merit list, though registration and screening have already closed.
Lists are typically rolled out in batches, so keep checking JAMB CAPS regularly.
2. How many batches of admission does NASCOHST usually release?
Based on past sessions, the college typically releases a first batch, a second batch, and sometimes a supplementary list for programmes with remaining vacancies.
3. Can I check my admission status without a JAMB CAPS login?
Not reliably.
JAMB CAPS remains the most accurate source since it reflects the institution’s official upload.
The college’s own notice boards and social pages are useful supplementary sources but may lag behind CAPS.
4. What happens if I don’t accept my offer on time?
Your slot may be forfeited and reallocated to another qualified candidate, so always act before the stated deadline.
5. I scored below the published cut-off mark. Can I still get in?
It is rare but possible, especially for less competitive programmes during supplementary rounds, because cut-off marks can sometimes be adjusted if space becomes available.
However, you should not rely on this.
6. Does NASCOHST admit candidates who chose another school as first choice?
Only after those candidates formally change their institution of choice to NASCOHST through JAMB, provided they meet the cut-off requirements.
7. What documents should I bring after being admitted?
Original and photocopies of your WAEC/NECO/NABTEB results, JAMB result slip and admission letter, birth certificate, local government identification, passport photographs, and any programme-specific documents the school requests during registration.
8. Where can I get direct updates from the college?
The official NASCOHST website and its verified social media/WhatsApp update channels are the best places for direct announcements from the institution.
Final Thoughts
Since admission list releases can change quickly, always check the latest status on the JAMB CAPS portal and the official NASCOHST website before making any travel or payment decisions.
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