The Edo State College of Nursing Sciences (EDOCNS) has released the schedule for newly admitted students in the National Diploma (ND) Nursing programme for the 2026/2027 academic session.
The schedule covers payment of acceptance and school fees, clearance, hostel allocation and the orientation programme.
Newly admitted students are expected to follow the stated dates and complete the required activities as scheduled.
At a Glance
- Institution: Edo State College of Nursing Sciences (EDOCNS)
- Programme: ND Nursing
- Academic session: 2026/2027
- Acceptance and school fees deadline: 5 October 2026
- Clearance: 16 October 2026
- Hostel allocation: 17 October 2026
- Hostel allocation time: 8:30 am
- Orientation: 19 and 20 October 2026
EDOCNS Acceptance and School Fees Deadline
Newly admitted ND Nursing students are required to pay their acceptance fee and school fees on or before Monday, 5 October 2026.
The two payments have the same deadline under the released schedule.
Students should complete the required payments before the deadline. Failure to meet the stated payment requirement may affect their admission status.
EDOCNS Clearance Date
The official clearance exercise for newly admitted students is scheduled for Friday, 16 October 2026.
Students are expected to report to the college for the clearance exercise.
The clearance comes after the payment deadline and before the scheduled hostel allocation and orientation activities.
EDOCNS Hostel Allocation
Hostel opening and allocation for new students will begin on Saturday, 17 October 2026.
The hostel allocation is scheduled to start at 8:30 am.
Newly admitted students who are covered by the hostel arrangement should take note of both the date and the start time.
EDOCNS Orientation Programme
The orientation programme for newly admitted students will take place over two days.
The scheduled dates are:
- Monday, 19 October 2026
- Tuesday, 20 October 2026
The orientation is part of the activities arranged for students beginning the 2026/2027 academic session.
Students should follow any additional instructions issued by the college concerning the programme.
EDOCNS 2026/2027 Student Schedule
| Activity | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance fee and school fees deadline | 5 October 2026 | — |
| Clearance | 16 October 2026 | — |
| Hostel allocation | 17 October 2026 | 8:30 am |
| Orientation | 19–20 October 2026 | — |
What Newly Admitted Students Should Do
Newly admitted ND Nursing students should keep the schedule handy as they prepare to begin the 2026/2027 academic session.
The first major deadline is 5 October 2026, when acceptance and school fees payments are due.
This will be followed by clearance on 16 October, hostel allocation on 17 October, and orientation on 19 and 20 October 2026.
Students should also check the college’s official platforms regularly in case further instructions or changes are announced.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the EDOCNS acceptance fee deadline?
The deadline for payment of the acceptance fee and school fees is 5 October 2026.
When will EDOCNS clearance begin?
Clearance for newly admitted ND Nursing students will take place on 16 October 2026.
When is EDOCNS hostel allocation?
Hostel allocation will begin on 17 October 2026 at 8:30 am.
When is the EDOCNS orientation programme?
The orientation programme is scheduled for 19 and 20 October 2026.
Who is the schedule for?
The schedule is for newly admitted students in the ND Nursing programme for the 2026/2027 academic session.
Where can I get official EDOCNS updates?
Students should check the official Edo State College of Nursing Sciences website and portal for subsequent announcements and instructions.
Official EDOCNS Platforms
EDOCNS Official Website: https://edocns.edu.ng/
EDOCNS Portal: https://portal.edocns.edu.ng/
The dates and arrangements in this article are based on the supplied source. EDOCNS remains the final authority on admission, payment, clearance, hostel and orientation arrangements.
