NYSC Graduation List: How to Easily Verify Your Name

October 16, 2023 NYSC NYSC News 97

The NYSC Graduation List, also called the NYSC Graduands List, is a list containing the names of graduates from Nigerian universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education who are qualified to proceed to the next stage of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) mobilization process.

Many prospective corps members often confuse the NYSC Graduation List with the NYSC Senate List. However, both lists serve different purposes during the NYSC mobilization process.

Before you can successfully check your name on the NYSC Senate List or complete your NYSC online registration, your name must first appear on the NYSC Graduation List portal.

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This guide explains everything you need to know about the NYSC Graduands List, including how to check your name, the difference between the graduation list and the senate list, and what to do if your name is missing.

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What is the NYSC Graduation List?

The NYSC Graduation List is a digital database that contains the details of graduates submitted by their institutions to the NYSC management.

This list is compiled by Corps Producing Institutions (CPIs), which include:

  • Universities
  • Polytechnics
  • Colleges of Education

These institutions submit the records of eligible graduates to the NYSC for mobilization. Once your name appears on this list, it means your institution has officially confirmed you as a graduate eligible for NYSC processing.

After appearing on the graduation list, the next step is to check the NYSC Senate List, which determines whether you can proceed with NYSC registration.

Why the NYSC Graduation List is Important

The NYSC graduation list is one of the most important requirements for graduates planning to participate in the NYSC program.

Here are the major reasons why it is important:

  • It confirms that your institution has uploaded your details to NYSC.
  • It allows you to verify your eligibility for NYSC mobilization.
  • It is a prerequisite for appearing on the NYSC Senate List.
  • It enables you to proceed with NYSC online registration.

If your name does not appear on the graduation list, you may not be able to complete your NYSC registration successfully.

Differences Between NYSC Graduation List and Senate List

Although both lists are part of the NYSC mobilization process, they serve different purposes.

NYSC Graduation List NYSC Senate List
Contains names of all graduates submitted by institutions. Contains only candidates approved for NYSC mobilization.
Shows whether a graduate has registered or not. Determines whether you are eligible for NYSC registration.
Serves as a prerequisite for NYSC mobilization. Acts as the final approval for NYSC registration.

In simple terms, the graduation list comes first, while the senate list determines final eligibility.

How to Check Your Name on NYSC Graduation List

Follow the steps below to check your name on the NYSC graduation list portal.

  1. Visit the NYSC graduation list portal:
    https://portal.nysc.org.ng
  2. Scroll down and locate the “View Graduation List” link.
  3. Click the link to open the graduation list request form.
  4. Fill in the required details.
  5. Click the “Extract PCM” button.

After clicking the button, the system will display the list of graduates from your institution.

How to Fill the Graduation List Form

When the form appears, fill the following information:

  • Batch – Example: Batch A, 2023
  • Programme – Example: 1st Degree (University)
  • Institution – Example: Nnamdi Azikiwe University
  • Accredited Course – Example: Statistics

After entering the details, click “Extract PCM” to display the graduation list.

Understanding Your Graduation List Status

Once the graduation list appears on your screen, you will see a column labeled “Status”.

The status helps you understand your NYSC registration progress.

There are two possible status indicators:

  • Registered – This means you have already completed NYSC online registration.
  • Yet To Register – This means you have not started your NYSC registration.

You can also use the page numbers at the bottom of the list (1, 2, 3, 4…) to navigate through the list.

What to Do If Your Name Is Not on the NYSC Graduation List

If you cannot find your name on the graduation list, do not panic. This usually happens due to administrative delays.

Here are the steps you should take:

  • Contact your institution’s Student Affairs Division.
  • Confirm that your institution has uploaded your details to NYSC.
  • Ensure your name appears on the JAMB Matriculation List.
  • Wait for your institution to update the NYSC database.

You may also find these helpful:

Check your name on the JAMB Matriculation List

How to check the NYSC Senate List

Ensuring your name appears on all required lists will help you avoid delays during NYSC mobilization.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the NYSC graduation list?

The NYSC graduation list is a database containing the names of graduates submitted by their institutions to the National Youth Service Corps for mobilization processing.

Is the NYSC graduation list the same as the senate list?

No. The graduation list contains the names of graduates, while the senate list contains candidates approved for NYSC registration.

Can I register for NYSC without my name on the graduation list?

No. Your name must appear on the graduation list before you can verify your name on the senate list and complete NYSC registration.

Who uploads names to the NYSC graduation list?

The graduation list is uploaded by Corps Producing Institutions such as universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education.

What does “Yet To Register” mean on the graduation list?

This means your name is on the list but you have not completed NYSC online registration yet.

Conclusion

The NYSC Graduation List plays a crucial role in the NYSC mobilization process. It confirms that your institution has submitted your details to the National Youth Service Corps and that you are eligible to proceed with mobilization.

Graduates who intend to participate in the NYSC program must ensure their names appear on both the Graduation List and the Senate List. Once your name appears on these lists, you can then proceed with the NYSC online registration and prepare for your service year.

38 Comments

  1. I saw my name on the graduation list but senate list keep saying no record found. What may be the problem sir?

  2. My name is on my school’s hard copy but not on senate uploaded list, can I go ahead with registration

  4. My name is on the nysc graduation list bt wen i check on d senate list it keeps showing me no record found contact ur institution.. should i stil go ahead nd register for nysc.

  5. I went to check my name on the graduation list but my name is not there please tell me what to do…
    Or help me sir….

  7. Good morning please I am not a present graduate of my school had delay due to jamb regularization I did nysc premoblization capturing in my school around December and I was told I will go with 2020A.present graduate have been seeing their name on the graduation list this morning but not yet on senate list.my name is not included on the graduation list please does this mean I won’t see my name of the senate list

  8. I just discovered I’ve been uploaded on the Graduation list but the Senate list is still showing me no record found yet. Is there a chance I can still make batch A?

    • Yes there is. Just check again on the senate list, but this time around do not include the first two figures of your reg number. Eg if your reg number is 2014/12345 u should supply only 14/12345 and see, if it persists just go to your school students affair.

  9. Please I will like to know in my school I have seen my name in senate list, but when ever I check in Nysc portal it shows no record found what might be the problem?

  10. I can’t found my name in Senate list no record found or unimaid has not uploaded their Senate list yet?pls I need an urgent answers pls

  11. Hello I have don my regulirizition I submit all necessary document to my school for mobilization but I can find my name in d Senate list

  14. I have done my jamb regularization and have sumit to student affairs for mobilization,but each time I check my name on jamb list d keep telling me,ur name is not n d jamb list,wat could be d cause

  15. Can someone register for NYSC before his result is out? I.e when they graduated but results are not ready.

  17. My school made mistake my year I graduated. I graduated 2017 my result was carry 2018. What should I do now

  20. Pls names of some people I graduated with appeared registered on the graduation list but mine appeared not registered on the graduation list;what could be the cause.i have akso tried to create account for my registration but its showing no details found.pls what do i do

    • I have did regularization since 2021 it has been approved up to now I don’t see my name on the Senate list why it was telling me no record found contact you school

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