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Rivers State College of Health Science Post UTME Form 2026/2027 Is Out — Nursing Fees, Courses

Published By SmartJamb Editorial Team • May 29, 2026, 10:29 a.m.
The Rivers State College of Health Science and Management Technology — RIVCOHSMAT — has officially released its 2026/2027 admission form and registration closes 11th June 2026. The form costs N15,300, the institution is located in Oro-Owo, Rumueme, Port Harcourt, and the entrance examination is conducted on campus after applications are submitted. Whether you are asking about nursing school fees, the RIVCOHSMAT portal, or whether the form is still out — everything is here.
Rivers State College of Health Science Post UTME Form 2026/2027 Is Out — Nursing Fees, Courses

Rivers State College of Health Science Post UTME Form 2026/2027 Is Out

Rivers State College of Health Science and Management Technology admission form for 2026/2027 is out. The registration closes on 11th June 2026. The form costs N15,300.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for admission into the programmes of the Rivers State College of Health Science and Management Technology Oro-Owo, Rumueme, Port Harcourt for the 2026/2027 academic session.

RIVCOHSMAT — the Rivers State College of Health Science and Management Technology — is a public health science institution established by Rivers State law in 2001, located at Kilometer 6, Oro-Owo, Rumueme, in the Garden City of Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The college trains health technicians, health scientists, and health technologists for Rivers State and the broader South-South healthcare sector. It is a respected institution with a clear mandate — producing competent health workers at the diploma and certificate level — and its graduates are active across Rivers State's healthcare system.

Is the Rivers State College of Health Science Form Out for 2026?

Yes. The Rivers State College of Health Science and Management Technology 2026/2027 admission form is officially out and registration closes on 11th June 2026. The closing date is confirmed and candidates who miss this window will not be considered for the current session.

Is the Rivers State School of Nursing Form Out for 2026?

This question comes up frequently alongside RIVCOHSMAT searches. RIVCOHSMAT and the Rivers State School of Nursing are distinct institutions. The Rivers State School of Nursing is a separate entity from RIVCOHSMAT. The current confirmed form release is specifically for RIVCOHSMAT's programmes. Candidates specifically targeting the Rivers State School of Nursing should check that institution's own portal for its 2026/2027 admission status separately from this guide.

How Much Is the RIVCOHSMAT Form?

The application fee is N15,300 only, inclusive of PIN. This covers both the application processing fee and the PIN required to access the online registration portal. Payment is made through the official RIVCOHSMAT portal at portal.rschst.edu.ng.

What Courses Are Offered at Rivers State College of Health Science?

The college offers programmes in health science and management technology. The 2026/2027 entrance admission application is currently open on the official portal.

Programme requirements at RIVCOHSMAT include five O'Level credits in WASC/GCE/SSCE which must include English Language, Chemistry, Biology/Health Science at not more than two sittings.

The specific programmes available for the 2026/2027 session include Community Health, Health Information Management, Environmental Health, Medical Laboratory Technology, and related health technology diploma programmes. The complete list of available courses for this session is published on the official RIVCOHSMAT portal at portal.rschst.edu.ng.

How Much Are Rivers State College of Health School Fees for Nursing?

RIVCOHSMAT is a state institution and its school fees are structured by the Rivers State Government. The school fees for nursing and other programmes at RIVCOHSMAT vary by course and the current fee schedule for the 2026/2027 session is published on the official portal. The portal at portal.rschst.edu.ng carries the confirmed current figures for both tuition and other mandatory charges.

What Are the Requirements for RIVCOHSMAT Admission?

Requirements include five credit passes in GCE/SSCE/NECO/WASC or Teachers Grade II. This must include English Language, Mathematics, Biology/Health Science, and any other two science subjects — Chemistry, Nutrition, Physics, General Sciences, or Integrated Science.

These five credits in the specific science combination are non-negotiable. Candidates with results in other subject combinations that do not include the required science subjects are not eligible for health science programmes at RIVCOHSMAT.

RIVCOHSMAT Portal — How to Access It

Register online via the College portal at portal.rschst.edu.ng. Click on the 2026/2027 Entrance Admission Application and pay the application fee of N15,300 inclusive of PIN. A Candidate Identification Slip containing your examination number will be generated online.

The 2026/2027 Entrance Admission Application is currently open on the RIVCOHSMAT portal at portal.rschst.edu.ng.

When Is the Entrance Examination?

Shortlisted applicants will undergo an entrance examination. The date and venue will be communicated via SMS to the telephone contacts provided during registration.

The entrance examination is a physical exercise conducted at the RIVCOHSMAT campus at Oro-Owo, Rumueme, Port Harcourt. After submitting your online application before the 11th June 2026 deadline, you wait for the SMS notification from the college with your examination date, time, and venue confirmation. Ensure the phone number you provide during registration is active and consistently monitored after submission.

Proceed by paying the registration fee and completing the registration process. The date and venue of the screening will be communicated to applicants through their provided telephone contacts.

The 11th June 2026 deadline is approaching. If you meet the health science O'Level requirements and want to study a health technology programme in Port Harcourt at one of Rivers State's established public health institutions, apply now through the official portal.

For guided support navigating the RIVCOHSMAT portal or understanding the requirements for your specific programme, reach out directly.

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RIVCOHSMAT Admission

Is the Rivers State College of Health Science form out for 2026?

Yes. The RIVCOHSMAT 2026/2027 admission form is officially out. Registration closes 11th June 2026 you can register here

Is the Rivers State School of Nursing form out?

RIVCOHSMAT and the Rivers State School of Nursing are separate institutions. Confirm the School of Nursing's 2026/2027 form status through that institution's own portal.

How much is the RIVCOHSMAT form?

The application fee is N15,300 inclusive of PIN, paid through the official portal at portal.rschst.edu.ng.

What courses are offered at Rivers State College of Health Science?

Programmes include Community Health, Environmental Health, Health Information Management, Medical Laboratory Technology, and other health technology diploma courses.

What are the O'Level requirements for RIVCOHSMAT?

Five credits in English Language, Mathematics, Biology or Health Science, plus two other science subjects — Chemistry, Physics, Nutrition, or General Sciences — in not more than two sittings.

How do I know my RIVCOHSMAT entrance examination date?

After submitting your application, the exam date and venue are communicated via SMS to the phone number provided during registration.

How do I register for RIVCOHSMAT 2026 before the June 11 deadline?

For guided support navigating the portal and completing your application, contact SmartJamb Team

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