NYSC Mobilization for HND Graduates: In an important update, the NBTE announced that, beginning in 2026, mobilization for NYSC for HND graduates will go through the NBTE portal. This change is designed to simplify the process and ensure that eligible HND graduates who completed full-time programs are mobilized for NYSC.

What This Means for Students:
Starting from the 2024/2025 academic session, all HND admissions must be processed through the NBTE portal. Even students who completed their ND part-time can qualify for NYSC mobilization if they complete their HND as full-time students. This timeline means that students admitted in 2024 for HND should graduate by 2026 and will be eligible for NYSC.

Also, see: NBTE Introduces New Task Force to Oversee Polytechnic Part-Time Programs

If you’re considering a part-time ND program, be aware that this path may limit your eligibility for NYSC mobilization upon completing an HND. This adjustment is part of broader reforms to help improve transparency and eligibility for all students.