The Katsina State Government has officially opened the online registration portal for the Katsina State 2026 Civil Service Promotion Exams, marking a key step in the state’s efforts to ensure a transparent and merit-based promotion process for public servants.
The development follows formal approval by Governor Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, PhD, CON, authorizing Hassan Usman Katsina Polytechnic to organize and conduct the promotional assessment exercise.
Exam Dates and Organising Institution
According to a circular released by the Office of the Head of Service, the promotion examinations are scheduled to hold on:
Saturday, 31 January 2026
Sunday, 1 February 2026
Hassan Usman Katsina Polytechnic has confirmed that all logistical and technical preparations are in place to ensure a smooth, credible, and well-coordinated examination process.
Online Enrolment Period
Eligible civil servants are required to complete their online enrolment between Thursday, 8 January and Monday, 26 January 2026. The enrolment exercise is strictly time-bound, and officers are strongly advised to register early to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Official Registration Portal
Participants are to register through the official portal using the link below:
Katsina State 2026 Civil Service Promotion Exams Portal:
https://url-shortener.me/5LYKEXAMINATION
Examination Timetable
Paper 1
Subject: Application of Public Service Rules and Procedures
Date: Saturday, 31 January 2026
Time: 9:00am – 11:00am
Paper 2
Subject: Office Administrative Procedures and Contemporary Issues
Date: Saturday, 31 January 2026
Time: 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Officers on Grade Levels 15 and above will also sit for an additional computer-based test (CBT) at Hassan Usman Katsina Polytechnic.
Assessment Numbers and Grade Level Categories
Each eligible officer has been assigned a unique assessment number by the Polytechnic. This number is mandatory for registration and must be handled carefully throughout the enrolment process.
Grade Levels 07 – 14:
Sit for two papers
Choose any of the approved centres: Katsina, Daura, or Funtua
Grade Level 15 and above:
Sit for three papers, including CBT
Examination venue is Hassan Usman Katsina Polytechnic only
Enrolment Guidelines
During registration, candidates are required to:
Enter personal details exactly as they appear in official records
Input only the last four digits of their assessment number initially, then confirm the full number
Select grade level, examination centre, and preferred venue
Upload a recent passport photograph
Upload a valid means of identification
Carefully review all entries before final submission
After Successful Registration
Upon submission, a confirmation page will appear containing two important links:
Access to recommended reading materials
A downloadable document containing:
Candidate details
Examination schedule
Clearance card
Candidates must print this document and present it at the examination venue.
Technical Support and Deadline Notice
Officers experiencing difficulty accessing the portal are advised to visit Hassan Usman Katsina Polytechnic physically for assistance before 26 January 2026. No extension will be granted beyond the stated deadline.
Official Directive
All Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) are directed to circulate this information widely to ensure full participation of eligible officers.
Signed:
Jafaru Abdullahi Maimaje
For: Head of Civil Service of the State
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – Katsina State 2026 Civil Service Promotion Exams
1. Who is eligible to participate in the 2026 promotion examination?
All qualified officers serving in the Katsina State Public Service whose names appear on the official list and who have been issued assessment numbers are eligible to participate.
2. When does online enrolment start and end?
Online enrolment opens on Thursday, 8 January 2026 and closes on Monday, 26 January 2026. No registration will be accepted after the deadline.
3. What is the official portal for registration?
Eligible officers must register through the official portal provided by Hassan Usman Katsina Polytechnic:
https://url-shortener.me/5LYKEXAMINATION
4. What documents are required during enrolment?
Participants must upload:
A recent passport photograph
A valid means of identification
Correct personal and service details as contained in official records
5. What is an assessment number and why is it important?
The assessment number is a unique identifier assigned to each eligible officer. It is required for registration, examination clearance, and identification throughout the promotion process.
6. How do I enter my assessment number on the portal?
Candidates are required to:
Input only the last four digits of their assessment number initially
Scroll or select their name where required
Enter the complete assessment number in the confirmation field
7. Which officers will sit for two papers?
Officers on Grade Levels 07 to 14 will sit for two papers and may choose any of the approved centres in Katsina, Daura, or Funtua.
8. Who will sit for three papers including a CBT?
Officers on Grade Level 15 and above will sit for three papers, including a computer-based test (CBT), and must write the exams at Hassan Usman Katsina Polytechnic.
9. What are the examination subjects?
Paper 1: Application of Public Service Rules and Procedures
Paper 2: Office Administrative Procedures and Contemporary Issues
Paper 3 (GL 15+ only): Computer-Based Test (CBT)
10. What should I do after completing registration?
After successful registration, candidates must:
Download the confirmation document
Print the clearance card and exam schedule
Bring the printed document to the examination venue
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