AndrewThe Osun State College of Nursing Sciences admission form for the 2026/2027 academic session is officially open, and the portal is currently live and accepting applications. The Osun State College of Nursing Sciences, Asubiaro, Osogbo, has invited suitably qualified candidates to apply for its ND Nursing, HND Nursing, Post Basic Nursing, and Post Basic Midwifery programmes. The Osun State College of Nursing Sciences has not announced a specific closing date for this cycle, but the admission portal is active right now at osscns.edu.ng and candidates are advised to apply as early as possible.
If you have been searching for whether the Osun State College of Nursing Sciences form is out for 2026/2027, the answer is yes. Admission is open. This guide covers who qualifies, all available programmes, what the Osun State College of Nursing Sciences requires from applicants, how to apply online, and everything you need to know before spending a naira on this form.
About the Osun State College of Nursing Sciences
The Osun State College of Nursing Sciences is a state government-owned nursing training institution located at Asubiaro, Osogbo, the capital of Osun State. It is one of the longest-serving nursing colleges in Nigeria’s South West, with a training history that spans several decades of producing registered nurses and midwives who have gone on to serve across Nigeria’s healthcare system and beyond.
The institution is accredited by the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN) and by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) to run National Diploma and Higher National Diploma programmes in Nursing. This places the Osun State College of Nursing Sciences in the same accreditation tier as OAUTHC, LASCON, and LUTH CONS as one of the recognised ND/HND nursing training institutions in the South West.
The institution operates its admission process through an official e-portal developed by the MIS Department, Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology, Abere. All applications are submitted digitally. The Osun State College of Nursing Sciences management has issued a formal fraud warning alongside its 2026/2027 admission announcement: no agents have been appointed, all processes run exclusively through the official portal, and any transactions with unauthorised persons are at the candidate’s own risk.
All Available Programmes at the Osun State College of Nursing Sciences for 2026/2027
The 2026/2027 admission exercise covers four distinct programmes. Here is the full breakdown.
Nursing ND (National Diploma in Nursing) This is the entry-level general nursing programme for fresh candidates from secondary school. Successful completion and passing the NMCN qualifying examination leads to registration as a Registered Nurse (RN). JAMB score of 190 required.
Nursing HND (Higher National Diploma in Nursing) The HND is the academic progression route for candidates who have already completed an ND Nursing programme at this institution or another recognised nursing school.
Post Basic Nursing Specialist programmes for qualified Registered Nurses who wish to develop advanced skills in specific nursing areas. Applicants must hold a valid, current NMCN practising licence.
Post Basic Midwifery An advanced programme for Registered Nurses seeking qualification as Registered Midwives. Applicants must already be registered with the NMCN as Registered Nurses.
The first step when logging onto the Osun State College of Nursing Sciences admission portal is selecting your target programme. The institution has specifically noted that once you choose a programme and complete payment, the programme cannot be changed. Choose carefully before you pay.
Eligibility Requirements for the Osun State College of Nursing Sciences
For ND Nursing
JAMB Requirement You must have sat for the 2026 UTME and scored a minimum of 190. This is one of the highest JAMB cut-off marks among state-owned nursing colleges in the South West, placing this institution in the same competitive tier as OAUTHC on JAMB requirements.
You must have chosen the Osun State College of Nursing Sciences as your first choice institution during your 2026 JAMB registration. If you did not select the institution initially, you must change your first choice on the JAMB portal before applying.
O’Level Requirements You must possess five credit passes in the following subjects obtained in not more than two sittings from WAEC or NECO:
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
All five credits are compulsory. GCE results are not accepted as a standalone qualification by this institution. WAEC and NECO are the recognised examining bodies. An active email address is also mandatory for portal registration and all subsequent communication.
Awaiting Results Policy Unlike LASCON Igando and OGCON which explicitly reject awaiting results candidates, the Osun State College of Nursing Sciences portal states that awaiting results are accepted, provided the result is presented before the conclusion of the admission process. This is an important distinction. If your WAEC or NECO result is not yet released but you expect it before the admission is concluded, you can apply now and submit the result when it becomes available.
ND Nursing vs HND Nursing at Osun State College of Nursing Sciences
A lot of candidates arrive at the application portal without being clear on which programme level applies to their situation. Here is a clear comparison.
| Factor | ND Nursing | HND Nursing |
|---|---|---|
| Target Candidate | Fresh secondary school graduates | Existing ND Nursing holders |
| JAMB Required | Yes, minimum 190 | No |
| Minimum Qualification | 5 O’Level credits plus UTME | ND Nursing with minimum Lower Credit |
| Duration | Programme-length leading to RN | Programme-length leading to upgraded HND |
| NMCN Outcome | Registered Nurse (RN) | Enhanced qualification alongside RN |
| Entry Route | JAMB plus portal application | Direct application via portal |
| Programme Change Allowed | No, after payment | No, after payment |
The ND Nursing programme is the starting point for any candidate coming from secondary school. You complete the full programme, sit the NMCN qualifying examination, and register as a Registered Nurse.
The HND is a progression for nurses who already completed an ND and want to upgrade their academic standing. It does not replace the ND, it builds on it. If you are applying fresh from secondary school, the HND is not applicable to your situation.
Application Fee
The application form fee for the 2026/2027 admission exercise is N7,500. This is one of the most affordable application fees among all actively selling nursing school forms in the South West for this cycle.
For comparison:
- LASCON Igando: N25,000
- OAUTHC School of Nursing: N15,000
- OGCON (Ogun State): N23,200
- UCH Ibadan: N7,500
- Osun State College of Nursing Sciences: N7,500
Payment is made through the official admission portal at admission.osscns.edu.ng. Available payment processors are accessible directly on the portal. Do not pay through any individual, WhatsApp group, or third-party platform. The Osun State College of Nursing Sciences management has explicitly warned that all transactions with unauthorised persons are at the candidate’s own risk and may result in forfeiture of admission and legal action.
How to Apply: Step-by-Step Guide
All applications for the Osun State College of Nursing Sciences 2026/2027 admission exercise are submitted online. Here is the full process.
- Visit the official admission portal at admission.osscns.edu.ng
- Select your target programme: ND Nursing, HND Nursing, Post Basic Nursing, or Post Basic Midwifery
- Note: once you select a programme and pay, the programme cannot be changed. Choose carefully
- Complete the registration form with accurate personal and academic details
- Provide a valid, active email address and an active phone number
- Enable SMS alerts on your phone: text ALLOW (MTN and Airtel), CANCEL (GLO), or START (9Mobile) to 2442 to receive admission SMS updates if DND is activated on your number
- Make payment of N7,500 through the available payment processor on the portal
- Log in to your dashboard after successful payment
- Complete your full application form including JAMB details and O’Level results
- Upload one recent passport photograph with a white background, scanned file size of 15kb maximum
- Submit your application and save your confirmation details
The SMS DND instruction in step 6 is specific to this institution and is often overlooked. The Osun State College of Nursing Sciences sends important admission updates and notifications via SMS to your registered phone number. If DND is active on your line, you will not receive these messages. Deactivate DND before you register.
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Contact Details for the Osun State College of Nursing Sciences
For enquiries, corrections, or further information regarding the 2026/2027 admission exercise, candidates are directed to contact the Department of Nursing Services at the Ministry of Health, State Secretariat, Osogbo. All official contact details are also listed at the bottom of the portal homepage at osscns.edu.ng. Use only official contact channels. Any individual who claims to process admission for a fee outside these channels is not authorised by the institution.
Why the Osun State College of Nursing Sciences Is Worth Applying To
The Osun State College of Nursing Sciences stands out among state-owned nursing schools currently selling forms in the South West for several reasons that are worth stating directly.
The N7,500 application fee is the joint lowest in the zone alongside UCH Ibadan, making it one of the most financially accessible nursing school applications currently active in Nigeria’s South West for 2026/2027.
The awaiting results policy gives the Osun State College of Nursing Sciences an edge over institutions like LASCON Igando and OGCON, which strictly exclude candidates whose O’Level results are not yet available. If your results are expected before the admission process concludes, you can apply now and not miss the window.
The location in Osogbo, Osun State capital, places the Osun State College of Nursing Sciences at the centre of the state’s healthcare infrastructure, giving students access to clinical training at the State Hospital, Asubiaro, and other Osogbo medical facilities throughout the duration of the programme.
Conclusion
The Osun State College of Nursing Sciences admission form for 2026/2027 is open now at admission.osscns.edu.ng. The application fee is N7,500, the minimum JAMB score is 190, and five O’Level credits in English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics are required in not more than two sittings from WAEC or NECO. Awaiting results candidates may apply provided their results are submitted before the conclusion of the admission process.
The Osun State College of Nursing Sciences offers ND Nursing, HND Nursing, Post Basic Nursing, and Post Basic Midwifery programmes, and once your programme choice is made and payment completed, it cannot be changed. Choose your programme carefully, enable SMS alerts on your phone, and apply through the official portal only.
Visit admission.osscns.edu.ng today and begin your application. No closing date has been announced for this cycle, but forms at Nigerian nursing colleges sell out. Do not wait.
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