ABU DAC admission form has been released for the 2026/2027 academic session.
- Forms are for ND, ND II Special and HND programmes
- ND admission is through JAMB
- HND applicants need relevant ND and one-year IT
- Forms are available online through the DAC portal
- DAC has colleges in Zaria, Mando and Kabba
Read on for the courses, requirements, portal and contact details.
Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, has opened applications into the Division of Agricultural Colleges, DAC, for the 2026/2027 academic session.
The admission form is available for National Diploma, ND, ND II Special and Higher National Diploma, HND, programmes across DAC colleges, with courses covering agriculture, animal science, engineering technology, science, computing and related fields.
Which colleges are under ABU DAC?
The Division of Agricultural Colleges runs three colleges across different locations.
- Samaru College of Agriculture, Zaria
- College of Agriculture and Animal Science, Mando, Kaduna State
- College of Agriculture, Kabba, Kogi State
Applicants should note these colleges when choosing a DAC college during the admission process.
What programmes are available for ABU DAC admission?
ABU DAC has listed programmes under ND II Special, National Diploma and Higher National Diploma.
The duration stated for the ND and HND programmes is two years.
Which courses are available under ND II Special?
The National Diploma, ND II Special, courses are listed below.
- Agricultural Technology
- Agricultural and Bio-Environmental Engineering Technology
- Science Laboratory Technology
Which courses are available under National Diploma?
The National Diploma, ND, programmes run for two years.
Available courses are:
- Agricultural Technology
- Animal Health and Production Technology
- Fisheries Technology
- Horticultural Technology
- Science Laboratory Technology
- Statistics
- Computer Science
- Home and Rural Economics
- Agricultural and Bio-Environmental Engineering Technology
- Irrigation Agronomy Technology
- Agribusiness Management
Which courses are available under Higher National Diploma?
The Higher National Diploma, HND, programmes run for two years.
Available courses are:
- Animal Health Technology
- Animal Production Technology
- Pasture and Range Management Technology
- Agribusiness Management
- Agricultural Extension and Management
- Crop Production Technology
- Horticultural Technology
- Agricultural Technology
- Agricultural and Bio-Environmental Engineering Technology, Farm Power and Machinery
- Agricultural and Bio-Environmental Engineering Technology, Soil and Water
- Pest Management Technology
- Home and Rural Economics
What are the admission requirements for ABU DAC ND programmes?
Admission into ABU DAC National Diploma programmes will be through JAMB.
Candidates seeking ND admission should meet the following conditions:
- One DAC college should be chosen as first choice
- Candidates who did not choose DAC should process change of school through JAMB
- O’Level results should be uploaded on the JAMB portal
These steps are part of the ND admission process for the 2026/2027 academic session.
What are the O’Level requirements for ABU DAC ND admission?
Candidates must have at least five credit passes in relevant subjects, obtained in not more than two sittings.
The required subjects include:
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Biology or Agricultural Science
- Chemistry
- Other relevant subjects, based on the chosen programme
Applicants should ensure that the O’Level subjects match the programme they plan to study.
What are the admission requirements for ABU DAC HND programmes?
HND applicants must have a National Diploma in a relevant programme from an accredited school.
Candidates must also meet the following requirements:
- At least Lower Credit in the ND programme
- Evidence of one-year Industrial Training after ND
- Academic transcript, where required for applicants from other schools
Applicants from other schools may be asked to submit their academic transcripts.
How can candidates apply for ABU DAC admission?
Application forms are available online through the ABU DAC portal.
Application portal: Apply through the ABU DAC admission portal
Candidates should use the portal to access the admission form for the 2026/2027 academic session.
Why should applicants consider ABU DAC?
The Division of Agricultural Colleges has listed the following reasons for applicants to consider its programmes:
- Quality and practical education
- Experienced lecturers and mentors
- Modern agricultural training facilities
- Career opportunities and entrepreneurship development
- Pathway to leadership in agriculture and technology
These points show the areas DAC has presented to prospective students.
Who should apply for ABU DAC admission?
The ABU DAC admission form is meant for candidates who want to study agriculture, animal science, engineering technology, science or related courses at ND, ND II Special or HND level.
ND candidates should follow the JAMB process, while HND candidates should check their ND result, IT evidence and transcript status before applying.
How can applicants contact ABU DAC?
Applicants who need further help may contact the Division of Agricultural Colleges through the details
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