Bauchi State
Postal Codes 2026
All NIPOST 6-digit postal codes for Bauchi State — 19 LGAs • 23 districts • Zone code 740xxx
23Total Codes
19LGAs
BauchiCapital
North EastZone
Capital Postal Code
740001
Bauchi, Bauchi State
Postal Codes in Bauchi State (2026)
Bauchi State uses the 740xxx NIPOST postal code zone — capital city Bauchi has the code 740001. The state has 19 Local Government Areas with a total of 23 postal districts listed below.
North East Nigeria's postal codes fall in the 6xxxxx range. Bauchi, Gombe, Adamawa, Borno, Taraba, and Yobe share this zone.
How to Write a Bauchi State Address
[Recipient Name]
[House No.], [Street Name]
[Area / District]
Bauchi, Bauchi State 740001
Nigeria
[House No.], [Street Name]
[Area / District]
Bauchi, Bauchi State 740001
Nigeria
Example uses Bauchi (state capital) code. Select your specific LGA code from the list below.
When to Use a Bauchi Postal Code
BVN & Bank Registration
Enter your LGA's postal code when registering bank accounts or BVN at any commercial bank.
NIN Enrollment
NIMC registration forms require your area's 6-digit postal code. Use the code for your specific LGA.
JAMB & School Applications
Use your Bauchi postal code on JAMB UTME and university admission forms.
Online Shopping & Delivery
Enter your postal code when ordering items for delivery anywhere in Bauchi State.
Sending Mail or Parcels
Write the 6-digit code on the last line of the recipient's address before 'Nigeria'.
Voter Registration (PVC)
INEC voter registration forms require your LGA postal code for address verification.
All LGA Postal Codes in Bauchi — Quick Links
Click any LGA below to see its full list of districts and postal codes on a dedicated page.
Alkaleri LGA
2 codes
741001
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Alkaleri
741001
Lame
741002
Showing all 2 districts in Alkaleri
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Bauchi LGA
4 codes
740001
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Bauchi
740001
Wunti
740002
Yelwa
740003
Dan-Iya / GRA
740004
Showing all 4 districts in Bauchi
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Bogoro LGA
1 code
741101
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Bogoro
741101
Showing all 1 district in Bogoro
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Darazo LGA
1 code
741201
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Darazo
741201
Showing all 1 district in Darazo
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Dass LGA
1 code
741301
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Dass
741301
Showing all 1 district in Dass
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Gamawa LGA
1 code
741401
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Gamawa
741401
Showing all 1 district in Gamawa
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Ganjuwa LGA
1 code
741501
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Ganjuwa
741501
Showing all 1 district in Ganjuwa
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Giade LGA
1 code
741601
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Giade
741601
Showing all 1 district in Giade
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Itas/Gadau LGA
1 code
741701
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Itas
741701
Showing all 1 district in Itas/Gadau
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Jama'are LGA
1 code
741801
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Jama'are
741801
Showing all 1 district in Jama'are
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Katagum LGA
1 code
742001
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Azare
742001
Showing all 1 district in Katagum
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Kirfi LGA
1 code
742101
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Kirfi
742101
Showing all 1 district in Kirfi
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Misau LGA
1 code
742201
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Misau
742201
Showing all 1 district in Misau
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Ningi LGA
1 code
742301
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Ningi
742301
Showing all 1 district in Ningi
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Shira LGA
1 code
742401
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Shira
742401
Showing all 1 district in Shira
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Tafawa-Balewa LGA
1 code
742501
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Tafawa Balewa
742501
Showing all 1 district in Tafawa-Balewa
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Toro LGA
1 code
742601
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Toro
742601
Showing all 1 district in Toro
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Warji LGA
1 code
742701
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Warji
742701
Showing all 1 district in Warji
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Zaki LGA
1 code
742801
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Zaki
742801
Showing all 1 district in Zaki
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Frequently Asked Questions — Bauchi Postal Codes
What is the postal code for Bauchi State?
Bauchi State uses the 740xxx postal zone.
The main postal code for Bauchi (the state capital) is 740001.
Other LGAs have their own unique 6-digit NIPOST codes — see the full list above.
What is the postal code for Bauchi, Bauchi?
The postal code for Bauchi, Bauchi State is 740001.
This is the NIPOST code for the capital city. For other LGAs and districts, expand the relevant section above or click the LGA's "Full page" link.
What is the zip code for Bauchi State, Nigeria?
Nigeria uses postal codes rather than zip codes, but they serve the same purpose.
The postal code (zip code) for Bauchi State is 740001 for Bauchi.
All Bauchi postal codes begin with 740.
How many LGAs does Bauchi State have?
Bauchi State has 19 Local Government Areas,
each with its own set of NIPOST postal codes.
This page lists all 19 LGAs with a total of 23 postal districts.
How do I use a Bauchi postal code on a form?
Find your specific LGA from the list above, then copy the 6-digit code for your district.
Enter this code in any field asking for postal code, ZIP code, or NIPOST code.
If your form only allows one code for the entire state, use 740001 (Bauchi).
Who issues postal codes in Nigeria?
Postal codes in Nigeria are issued by NIPOST — the Nigerian Postal Service.
Nigerian postal codes are 6-digit numbers. The first digit identifies the postal region.
Bauchi State falls in the North East zone, using the 740xxx code series.
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