The management of Katsina State College of Health Sciences and Technology (COHESKAT) is pleased to inform the general public that online application forms for admission into various professional and academic programs for the 2026/2027 Academic Session are now available.
Important Dates for 2026 Applicants
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Form Sales Begin: Monday, February 2, 2026.
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Application Deadline: Friday, March 20, 2026.
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Entrance Examination/Interview: To be communicated via the application portal (typically scheduled for April 2026).
Admission Requirements
| Programme | Admission Requirements |
| Community Health Extension Worker (CHEW) | 5 Credits in WAEC/NECO/GCE (English, Maths, Biology, Physics, Chemistry). |
| Pharmacy Technician (PT) | 5 Credits (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, English) at not more than two sittings. |
| Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) | 5 Credits (English, Maths, Biology, Chemistry, Physics) within the last 5 years. |
| ND/HND Environmental Health | 5 Credits in SSCE/NECO/GCE. Subjects: English, Maths, Biology, Chemistry, and one from Geography/Economics/Physics. |
| Health Information Management (HIM) | 5 Credits (English, Maths, Biology, Chemistry/Physics, and one other). |
| Dental Health Technician (DHT) | 4 Credits (including compulsory English, Biology, Chemistry, and Maths). |
| Junior Community Health (JCHEW) | 3 Credits in English, Mathematics, Biology and two passes in other subjects. |
Note for 2026: All National Diploma (ND) candidates must have sat for the 2026 JAMB UTME and obtained the minimum institutional cut-off mark (usually 120+) before applying for the Post-UTME screening.
How to Apply (2026 Process)
The application process is now fully digital. Follow these steps to ensure a successful registration:
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Visit the Portal: Go to the official COHESKAT Application Portal.
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Create Profile: Click on “Apply Now” to create your profile using a valid email and phone number.
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Make Payment: Pay the non-refundable application fee (typically ₦2,500 – ₦5,000 depending on the program) online via Remita using your ATM card or at any commercial bank branch.
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Fill Form: Complete the bio-data and academic qualification sections.
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Upload Documents: Scan and upload your O’Level result(s), Indigene letter, and Birth certificate.
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Submit & Print: Review your details, submit the form, and print your Acknowledgement/Examination Slip.
Contact & Support
For technical issues or further inquiries, you can visit the College headquarters at:
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Location: Adjacent KEDCO office, Katsina, Katsina State.
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Email: coheskats@gmail.com
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Official Website: www.coheskat.edu.ng
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