Applications are open for Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU) ‘s 2026/2027 intake, with candidates paying N5,000.00 to process their form through the official channel.
Getting the details right on this form matters, since a missed step or an incorrect entry at this stage can delay or disqualify an otherwise qualified application.
Below is a breakdown of who qualifies and the process candidates should follow to submit a valid application.
ATBU IJMB Programme
i. Candidates applying for this programme must have at least five (5) credits including English and Mathematics (in not more than two sittings) with any of the following combinations:
Social Science Subjects Combination
- 004: Accounting, Business Management, Mathematics
- 005: Accounting, Business Management, Economics
- 006: Accounting, Business Management, Geography
- 013: Accounting, Geography, Mathematics
- 031: Business Management, Economics, Mathematics
- 032: Business Management, Economics, Geography
- 049: Economics, Geography, Mathematics
Science Subjects Combination
- 027: Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics
- 028: Biology, Chemistry, Geography
- 030: Biology, Chemistry, Physics
- 039: Chemistry, Geography, Mathematics
- 040: Chemistry, Geography, Physics
- 043: Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics
- 063: Geography, Physics, Mathematics
ii. Candidates admitted for the Basic (IJMB) Programme are also expected to register for 2026 JAMB Direct Entry (DE) for Admission.
iii. The duration of the programme is twelve (12) months only.
Note that: Provision is available for candidates with deficiencies in English and Mathematics to register for Basic English and Mathematics O’level equivalent run by IJMB, ABU Zaria.
ATBU Remedial Programme
i. Applicants for the remedial science programme must have a minimum of (2) credits in the basic science subjects: Biology, Chemistry and Physics. And a minimum of (2) credits in the following: Biology, Economics and Geography for the social science programme.
Successful Candidates are to offer the following subjects:
Remedial Science
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
Remedial Social Science
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Biology
- Geography
- Economics
ii. Candidates admitted for the Remedial studies programme MUST register and pass at credit level, SSCE or NECO in the subjects they are deficient before admission into the degree programme.
iii. Candidates are advised to register for 2023 JAMB (UTME ) for entry into the degree programme of ATBU and other universities.
iv. The duration of the programme is Twelve (12) months only.
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How to Apply for ATBU IJMB / Remedial Admission Form
i. Interested applicants should visit https://www.rih.atbu.edu.ng/ijmb/ (for IJMB) or https://www.rih.atbu.edu.ng/rems/ (for Remedial) to download RRR for the application forms. Only RRR generated from this website will be accepted for login into the Registration portal.
ii. Applicants are to pay N5,000.00 for the forms using the generated RRR from (i) above at the ATBU Microfinance Bank or any commercial bank all over the country.
iii. Applicants should then proceed for online registration via https://www.rih.atbu.edu.ng/ijmb/ for IJMB platform or https://www.rih.atbu.edu.ng/rems/ for the Remedial platform.
Note: candidates are advised to strictly follow the registration guidelines as clearly stated on the School website.
iv. While completing the form, the applicant’s picture (120px X 120px and 40kb) and O’level details will be required.
v. After completing the application form, prospective candidates are advised to take a printout of the completed form and submit it to the Directorate liaison office at Yelwa Campus, Student Affairs Unit, ATBU, Bauchi.
For more information, kindly visit the School website: www.atbu.edu.ng or call any of the following helplines: 08031921982, 07050319053, 08034334944, 08080666999.
Tracking Your ATBU IJMB & Remedial Application After You Apply
Submitting the form with the correct details and clearing the N5,000.00 fee through the link above keeps your ATBU IJMB & Remedial application for 2026/2027 on record. Details such as cut-off scores or deadlines can be revised by the school, so always confirm the current requirements on the official page before you submit.
Acting before the deadline and confirming each detail helps you avoid the delays that affect candidates who submit late or with errors.