FG Approves NYSC Participation For Full-Time HND Graduates With Part-Time OND
Posted 8 months ago at 4:36 am on Thursday, March 27, 2025 by SchoolOverFlow
The Federal Government has officially approved that graduates who obtained their OND through part-time studies but later completed a full-time HND can now participate in the NYSC programme.
Key Highlights:
- The announcement was made by the Honourable Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa.
- This decision resolves a long-standing issue where many graduates were previously disqualified or delayed from NYSC service.
- Only candidates who did OND part-time but HND full-time are covered. Those who completed both OND and HND as part-time are not included.
- The Federal Ministry of Education emphasized the need for fairness and has directed immediate action.
Next Steps for Affected Graduates:
- The NBTE (National Board for Technical Education) is to coordinate and verify eligible candidates.
- Rectors of polytechnics have been instructed to upload student records to a newly established HND admission portal.
- This portal will serve as the main channel for NYSC eligibility verification.
- Candidates must contact their schools to ensure their details are submitted correctly.
What You Should Do:
- If you fall into this category, act fast.
- Reach out to your school for guidance on uploading your details.
- Only data submitted through the portal will be considered by NYSC.
Stay Updated:
- Visit the NBTE HND admission portal regularly for updates. https://hnd.nbte.gov.ng/
- Follow announcements from your institution and NYSC.
NYSC remains a key platform for national development and youth empowerment. If youโre eligible, get prepared and donโt miss out!
Key Highlights:
- The announcement was made by the Honourable Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa.
- This decision resolves a long-standing issue where many graduates were previously disqualified or delayed from NYSC service.
- Only candidates who did OND part-time but HND full-time are covered. Those who completed both OND and HND as part-time are not included.
- The Federal Ministry of Education emphasized the need for fairness and has directed immediate action.
Next Steps for Affected Graduates:
- The NBTE (National Board for Technical Education) is to coordinate and verify eligible candidates.
- Rectors of polytechnics have been instructed to upload student records to a newly established HND admission portal.
- This portal will serve as the main channel for NYSC eligibility verification.
- Candidates must contact their schools to ensure their details are submitted correctly.
What You Should Do:
- If you fall into this category, act fast.
- Reach out to your school for guidance on uploading your details.
- Only data submitted through the portal will be considered by NYSC.
Stay Updated:
- Visit the NBTE HND admission portal regularly for updates. https://hnd.nbte.gov.ng/
- Follow announcements from your institution and NYSC.
NYSC remains a key platform for national development and youth empowerment. If youโre eligible, get prepared and donโt miss out!
