BUK Students: How to Complete Registration with NELFUND Disbursed Loan - Don't Pay from Personal Funds

Bayero University Kano (BUK) has issued important instructions for students whose NELFUND applications show "Disbursed" status. If your student loan has been approved and disbursed, follow these steps carefully to complete your registration without paying from personal funds.

Critical Notice: Don't Pay Personally

If your NELFUND status shows "Disbursed", do NOT pay registration fees from your own money. The loan funds have been allocated for your fees, and you need to follow the proper process to claim them.

Step-by-Step Registration Process

Step 1: Access the BUK Student Portal

1. Visit the BUK Student Registration Portal
2. Log in using your existing student credentials

Step 2: Update Your Profile

1. Navigate to your student profile section
2. Update all required profile information
3. Ensure all details are accurate and current

Step 3: Generate RRR

1. Generate your Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR) for registration fees
2. Save or note down your RRR number

Step 4: Claim Your Scholarship

1. Go to the payment section of the portal
2. Look for the "Claim Your Scholarship" button
3. Click the button to apply your NELFUND loan to your registration fees
4. Wait for payment verification

Step 5: Complete Course Registration

1. After payment verification is complete
2. Proceed to register your courses for the semester
3. Verify all courses are properly registered

What is NELFUND?

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) is a federal government initiative that provides interest-free loans to Nigerian students in public tertiary institutions. The loan covers:

• Tuition fees
• Other institutional charges
• Upkeep allowances (in some cases)

Important Guidelines

• Only follow these instructions if your NELFUND status shows "Disbursed"
• Do not make personal payments if your loan has been disbursed
• Use the "Claim Your Scholarship" button in the payment section
• Contact the university if you encounter any issues during the process
• Keep records of all steps completed

Troubleshooting

If you encounter problems:

• Verify your NELFUND status is truly "Disbursed"
• Ensure you're using the correct login credentials
• Clear browser cache and try again
• Contact BUK ICT Support for portal issues
• Reach out to the Bursary Department for payment-related questions

What If My Status is Not "Disbursed"?

If your NELFUND application is still pending or shows a different status, continue monitoring your NELFUND dashboard. These instructions only apply to students with "Disbursed" status.

Adhere strictly to these guidelines to ensure smooth registration using your NELFUND loan. This process eliminates the need for personal payment when your loan has already been approved and disbursed to the university.

Source: Bayero University Kano official notice