Institutions in Nasarawa State (2026) — Universities, Polytechnics, Hospitals — Current Affairs Nigeria
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Institutions in Nasarawa, Nigeria — Universities, Polytechnics, Hospitals & More (2026)

Complete directory of all 5 accredited institutions in Nasarawa — 0 universities, 2 polytechnic(s), 1 teaching hospital(s) and more.

5Total
2Polytechnics
1Teaching Hospitals
1Specialist Hospitals
1Colleges of Health Technology
Nasarawa has 5 accredited institutions as of 2026. Teaching hospital: Federal Medical Centre Lafia. See the Nasarawa overview, LGAs or history.
CategoryFederalStatePrivateTotal
🏛️ Polytechnics 11 2
🏥 Teaching Hospitals 1 1
🩺 Specialist Hospitals 1 1
🔬 Colleges of Health Technology 1 1
TOTAL 2 3 0 5
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Polytechnics in Nasarawa

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Polytechnics offer OND and HND programmes accredited by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE).

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Teaching Hospitals in Nasarawa

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Federal teaching hospitals provide tertiary healthcare and clinical training for medical students, funded by the Federal Government.

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Specialist Hospitals in Nasarawa

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State specialist hospitals are funded by the Nasarawa State Government, providing specialist healthcare to residents.

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Colleges of Health Technology in Nasarawa

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Colleges of Health Technology train community health officers and allied health workers under the Federal Ministry of Health.

Frequently Asked Questions — Institutions in Nasarawa

How many institutions are in Nasarawa?
There are 5 accredited institutions in Nasarawa as of 2026, across 4 categories — 0 universities, 2 polytechnic(s), 1 teaching hospital(s) and more.
What are the federal universities in Nasarawa?
There is currently no federal university directly based in Nasarawa. View all universities in Nasarawa →
What are the private universities in Nasarawa?
There are currently no NUC-accredited private universities based in Nasarawa.
What is the best university in Nasarawa?
Check the NUC website for university rankings in Nasarawa.
What courses are offered by universities in Nasarawa?
Universities in Nasarawa offer Medicine & Surgery, Engineering, Law, Pharmacy, Sciences, Social Sciences, Arts & Humanities, Agriculture, Education, Business Administration, Architecture, Environmental Sciences and Information Technology — subject to NUC accreditation per institution.
What are the university fees in Nasarawa?
Fees vary by institution type. Federal universities charge lower government-subsidised fees. State universities charge fees set by the Nasarawa State Government. Private universities charge higher fees. Always confirm on each university's official portal.
What is the JAMB cut-off mark for universities in Nasarawa?
Federal universities generally require 160+; state and private universities may accept 140–180 depending on programme. Check the JAMB official website for current cut-off marks.
What are the teaching hospitals in Nasarawa?
Nasarawa has 1 federal teaching hospital(s): Federal Medical Centre Lafia. State specialist hospital(s): Dalhatu Araf Specialist Hospital. View teaching hospitals →
What are the polytechnics in Nasarawa?
Nasarawa has 2 polytechnic(s): Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa (FEDPOLYNASARAWA), Nasarawa State Polytechnic (NASPOLY). They offer OND and HND programmes (NBTE accredited). View all polytechnics →
What is the capital of Nasarawa?
The capital of Nasarawa is Lafia. Most federal institutions in Nasarawa are located in or near Lafia. Learn more about Nasarawa →

About Institutions in Nasarawa

Nasarawa is home to 5 accredited educational and health institutions as of 2026. The state's institutional landscape includes 0 degree-awarding universities, 2 polytechnic(s) offering OND and HND qualifications, and 1 federal teaching hospital(s).

All institutions are regulated by their respective bodies — universities by the NUC, polytechnics by the NBTE, colleges of education by the NCCE, and health institutions by the Federal Ministry of Health. Each card on this page links to a full detail page with courses, fees, cut-off marks, Post-UTME and admission requirements.

Explore more: Nasarawa overview · history · state budget · LGAs.

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