Apply Now: 2026 KNUST Admission Portal (apps.knust.edu.gh) ⋆ GH Results

The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) has officially opened its 2026/2027 Admission Portal, inviting qualified Ghanaian and international applicants to apply for a wide range of undergraduate and top-up programmes.

This comprehensive guide walks you through who can apply, how to apply, deadlines, requirements, fees, and programme options, ensuring you complete your application successfully.

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KNUST Admission 2026/2027 Overview

The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology is one of Africa’s leading science and technology institutions, offering competitive programmes across multiple disciplines.

Applications Open For:

Undergraduate Degree Programmes
Top-Up Programmes
Mature Entry Programmes

Who Is Eligible to Apply?

The portal is open to a wide range of applicants:

✔ WASSCE/SSSCE Applicants

Must have A1–C6 / A–D in:
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Integrated Science
Plus 3 Elective Subjects
Aggregate Score: 24 or better

✔ Awaiting Results Applicants

Candidates writing WASSCE (July/August 2026) can apply

Apply Awaiting Results

✔ GBCE & ABCE Holders

Credits in 6 subjects (GBCE)
Credits in 3 compulsory + 3 optional (ABCE)

✔ GCE Advanced Level Applicants

5 O’ Level credits (including English & Math)
3 A-Level passes

✔ Mature Applicants (25+)

Must be 25 years or older
Provide proof of age
Pass entrance exams/interview

Apply as Mature Student

✔ HND Holders

Must have:
- Relevant qualification
- Minimum 3 years work experience

✔ International Applicants

Must meet equivalent qualifications
French applicants need English proficiency certificate

Official KNUST Admission Portal

All applications must be completed online via:

👉 apps.knust.edu.gh/admissions

Applicants must:

Register with email
Login with voucher
Complete application

Application Fees

🇬🇭 Ghanaian Applicants: GH¢250.00
🌍 International Applicants: $100 USD

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

Option 1: Online Payment (All Applicants)

Visit portal
Register email
Pay via:
- Visa
- Mastercard
- Mobile Money
Complete application

Option 2: USSD Method (Ghana Only)

Dial: *415*55#
Purchase voucher
Login on portal
Complete application

Option 3: Ghana Post

Buy voucher at Ghana Post Company Limited
Login and apply online

KNUST Application Deadlines

Key Dates:

Mature & Top-Up: August 31, 2026
International Applicants: August 31, 2026
Ghanaian (Foreign Results): August 31, 2026
WASSCE Applicants: After results release

Programmes Offered at KNUST

The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology offers diverse programmes across colleges:

College of Agriculture and Natural Resources

BSc. Agriculture
BSc. Natural Resources Management
BSc. Landscape Design and Management
BSc. Agricultural Biotechnology
BSc. Agribusiness Management
BSc. Forest Resources Technology
BSc. Packaging Technology
BSc. Aquaculture & Water Resources Management

College of Humanities and Social Sciences

BA. Akan Language and Culture
BA. Economics
BA. English
BA. French and Francophone Studies
BA. Geography and Rural Development
BA. History
BA. Linguistics
BA. Media and Communication Studies
BA. Political Studies
Bachelor of Public Administration
BA. Religion and Human Development
BA. Sociology
BA. Social Work
BSc. Business Administration (Human Resource Management/Management)
BSc. Business Administration (Marketing/International Business)
BSc. Business Administration (Accounting/Banking and Finance)
BSc. Business Administration (Logistics and Supply Chain Management/Business Information Technology)
BSc. Hospitality and Tourism Management
LLB (4 years for WASSCE/SSSCE/GBCE and Equivalent Holders)
LLB (3 years for Degree Holders only) (Fee Paying only)

College of Engineering

BSc. Agricultural Engineering
BSc. Chemical Engineering
BSc. Civil Engineering
BSc. Geomatic Engineering
BSc. Materials Engineering
BSc. Mechanical Engineering
BSc. Electrical & Electronic Engineering
BSc. Computer Engineering
BSc. Aerospace Engineering
BSc. Petroleum Engineering
BSc. Telecommunication Engineering
BSc. Geological Engineering
BSc. Biomedical Engineering
BSc. Petrochemical Engineering
BSc. Metallurgical Engineering
BSc. Automobile Engineering
BSc. Industrial Engineering
BSc. Marine Engineering

College of Art and Built Environment

BSc. Architecture
BSc. Construction Technology & Management
BSc. Quantity Surveying & Construction Economics
BSc. Development Planning
BSc. Human Settlement Planning
BSc. Land Economy
BSc. Real Estate
BFA. Fine Art and Curatorial Practice
BA. Communication Design (Graphic Design)
BSc. Fashion Design
BSc. Textile Design and Technology
BFA. Ceramics
BSc. Ceramic Technology
BSc. Metal Product Design and Technology
BA. Integrated Rural Art and Industry
BA. Publishing Studies
B.Ed. Junior High School Education (Mathematics, Science, ICT, Agriculture Science, Visual Art, History, and Geography)
B.Ed Chemistry
B.Ed. Biology
B.Ed. Mathematics
B.Ed. Physics
B.Ed. STEM (Aviation and Aerospace)
B.Ed. STEM (Manufacturing)
B.Ed. STEM (Robotics)
B.Ed. STEM (Biomedical Science)
B.Ed. Art and Design Technology
B.Ed. ICT

College of Science

BSc. Biochemistry
BSc. Food Science and Technology
BSc. Human Nutrition
BSc. Dietetics
BSc. Biological Sciences
BSc. Environmental Science
BSc. Chemistry
BSc. Science Laboratory Technology
BSc. Computer Science
BSc. Information Technology
BSc. Mathematics
BSc. Statistics
BSc. Physics
BSc. Actuarial Science
Doctor of Optometry (OD), Six (6) years
BSc. Meteorology and Climate Science

College of Health Sciences

Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D), Six (6) Years
BSc. Herbal Medicine
BSc. Human Biology (Medicine- to be followed by a 3-year clinical programme leading to MBChB Degree)
BSc. Medical Laboratory Science
BSc. Physiotherapy and Sports Science
BSc. Medical Imaging
BSc. Nursing
BSc. Midwifery
Bachelor of Dental Surgery (Three (3) years of BSc Human Biology to be followed by a 3-year clinical studies leading to the award of BDS Degree) (Fee Paying only)
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)
BSc. Disability & Rehabilitation Studies

Programmes at KNUST Obuasi Campus

BSc. Business Administration (Human Resource Management/Management)
BSc. Business Administration (Marketing/International Business)
BSc. Business Administration (Accounting/Banking and Finance)
BSc. Business Administration (Logistics and Supply Chain Management/Business Information Technology)
BSc. Civil Engineering
BSc. Geomatic Engineering
BSc. Materials Engineering
BSc. Mechanical Engineering
BSc. Electrical & Electronic Engineering
BSc. Geological Engineering
BSc. Metallurgical Engineering
BSc. Medical Laboratory Technology
BSc. Nursing
BSc. Midwifery
BSc. Environmental Science

Required Documents

Applicants must upload:

Birth Certificate / ECOWAS ID
WASSCE/SSSCE Results
Academic Certificates
Passport photo

Important Application Rules

No multiple applications allowed
No hard copy submission required
Use correct exam details
Name must match certificates exactly

Admission Warning

The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology warns:

Admission is strictly merit-based
No agents or middlemen
Do not pay anyone for admission

Correction Window

After WASSCE results are released:

Portal opens for 1 week only
Applicants can correct:
- Names
- Index numbers
- Programme choices

Tips for Successful Admission

✔ Apply Early

Avoid deadline pressure

✔ Double-Check Entries

Mistakes can disqualify you

✔ Choose Courses Wisely

Match your grades

✔ Upload Correct Documents

Incomplete applications are rejected

Final Checklist

Before submitting:

Voucher purchased
Form completed
Documents uploaded
Details verified

Final Advice

The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology admission process is competitive and transparent.

To secure admission:

Follow instructions carefully
Apply within deadline
Avoid shortcuts
Stay updated

Quick links to KNUST

KNUST Online Application Forms
KNUST Undergraduate Admission Ongoing

KNUST Students Portal Login |Access Your Account Online

KNUST Admission Requirements

KNUST Tuition And Fees Structure

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