The Most Complete List of NYSC-Qualified Schools in Nigeria (Updated)
If you’re asking “Is my school qualified for NYSC?”, you’re not alone. The answer isn’t always straightforward because there is no single frozen list. NYSC eligibility depends on two key things:
- Your institution must be properly accredited by the relevant Nigerian regulatory body.
- Your institution must submit your graduate details to NYSC for your specific batch.
To give you the clearest and most complete picture, this guide merges official data from the NUC, NBTE, NCCE, and NYSC. These lists are for reference, but your final confirmation must always be done via the NYSC Senate List portal.
1. All Accredited Nigerian Universities (NUC Approved)
The National Universities Commission (NUC) is the official body responsible for accrediting universities in Nigeria. As of the latest updates, Nigeria has 198 accredited universities, made up of:
- 45 Federal Universities
- 54 State Universities
- 99 Private Universities
Examples of Federal Universities
- University of Ibadan
- Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria
- University of Lagos
- Federal University of Technology, Owerri
- Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi
- Bayero University, Kano
- Federal University, Oye-Ekiti
- Federal University, Lokoja
- Michael Okpara University of Agricultural Umudike
Examples of State Universities
- Lagos State University, Ojo
- Rivers State University
- Delta State University, Abraka
- Benue State University, Makurdi
- Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago-Iwoye
- Ekiti State University
Examples of Private Universities
- Covenant University, Ota
- Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo
- Madonna University, Okija
- Bowen University, Iwo
- Redeemer’s University, Ede
- Landmark University, Omu-Aran
- Nile University of Nigeria, Abuja
- Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti
Note: The complete and official list of all 198 universities is maintained by the NUC.
2. All Accredited Polytechnics & Monotechnics (NBTE Approved)
The National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) accredits all polytechnics and monotechnics in Nigeria.
Federal Polytechnics (Examples)
- Yaba College of Technology, Yaba
- Auchi Polytechnic, Auchi
- Federal Polytechnic, Ado-Ekiti
- Federal Polytechnic, Bida
- Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro
- Kaduna Polytechnic, Kaduna
- Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT), Kaduna
- Petroleum Training Institute, Effurun
State Polytechnics (Examples)
- Lagos State Polytechnic, Ikorodu
- Moshood Abiola Polytechnic, Abeokuta
- Abia State Polytechnic, Aba
- Ramat Polytechnic, Maiduguri
Private Polytechnics (Examples)
- Covenant Polytechnic, Aba
- Crown Polytechnic, Ado-Ekiti
- Grace Polytechnic, Surulere
- Bolmor Polytechnic, Ibadan
- Bellarks Polytechnic, Kwale
The NBTE list contains over 100 accredited polytechnics across Nigeria.
3. All Accredited Colleges of Education (NCCE Approved)
The National Commission for Colleges of Education (NCCE) regulates Colleges of Education in Nigeria. There are over 250 accredited colleges.
Examples Include:
- Federal College of Education, Abeokuta
- Federal College of Education (Special), Oyo
- Federal College of Education (Tech), Potiskum
- Akwa Ibom State College of Education, Afahansit
- College of Education, Akwanga
- Zamfara State College of Education, Maru
- A.D. Rufa’i College for Islamic and Legal Studies, Bauchi
4. NYSC-Accredited Foreign Universities (Example: Benin Republic )
NYSC also accredits foreign institutions on a country-by-country and batch-by-batch basis. Below are examples of approved schools in the Benin Republic:
- Universite Dahomey-Calavi
- Houdegbe North American University, Benin
- African University of Benin
- West African Union University
- Universite Polytechnique International du Benin
- WAM Institute (University), Benin Republic
- Pinnacle African University
5. Foreign Universities Delisted by NYSC (2021)
Graduates from the institutions below are not eligible for NYSC:
- Al-Nahda International University (Niger Republic)
- Ecole Superieur Sainte Felicite (Benin Republic)
- Ecole Superieur D’Administration et D’Economics (Benin Republic)
- International University, Bamenda (Cameroon)
The Final & Most Important Step: Check the NYSC Senate List
All lists above are for reference only. The only true confirmation of NYSC eligibility is your name appearing on the official NYSC Senate/Academic Board list.
- Visit the NYSC Senate List portal.
- Select your institution from the dropdown.
- Enter your Matric Number, Surname, and Date of Birth.
If your school does not appear in the dropdown, immediately contact your institution’s Student Affairs or NYSC Desk Officer.
In Summary
- Universities: Must be NUC-approved.
- Polytechnics: Must be NBTE-accredited.
- Colleges of Education: Must be approved by NCCE.
- Foreign Graduates: Must confirm NYSC approval for their country and year.
- Always verify via the NYSC Senate List portal before registration.
