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Mak Public Fair on Academic Transcripts Opens

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Left to Right: The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, Academic Registrar Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi and Deputy Registrar Mr. Otim Lynd Tom address the Press Conference ahead of the two-weeek Public Fair on Academic Transcripts and Certificates on 8th November 2022 at the Freedom Square, Makerere University.
Left to Right: The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, Academic Registrar Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi and Deputy Registrar Mr. Otim Lynd Tom address the Press Conference ahead of the two-weeek Public Fair on Academic Transcripts and Certificates on 8th November 2022 at the Freedom Square, Makerere University.

Makerere University on Tuesday 8th November, 2022 officially commenced a two-week Public Fair on Academic Transcripts and Certificates at the Freedom Square. Spearheaded by the Department of the Academic Registrar, the Public Fair is technically supported by the Directorate for ICT Support (DICTS), Finance Directorate and staff from Makerere University Business School (MUBS). The interdepartmental effort was flagged off at a Press Conference addressed by the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe, Academic Registrar, Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi and the Deputy Registrar (Examinations, Transcripts and Certificates), Mr. Otim Lynd Tom.

In his address, the Vice Chancellor noted this was a special day in the history of Makerere as it held its first ever Public Fair to handle the most important documents issued to graduates of the University.

“We took a decision that as we celebrate 100 years, we should hold this public fair to enable anybody who has any issue with their transcript or certificate to get that issue resolved so that they can walk home with their document” remarked the Vice Chancellor.

Prof. Nawangwe added that statistics revealed that while a few thousands of transcripts remained uncollected or issued, certificates formed the bigger number of uncollected academic documents. “That probably speaks to the fact that most employers are satisfied with transcripts.”

Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (3rd L), Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi (3rd Right) and Mr. Otim Lynd Tom (2nd L) with members of the Interdepartmental Task Force Tracer Process to Address all Outstanding Transcripts Issues at Makerere University and College Registrars at the Press Conference.
Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe (3rd L), Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi (3rd Right) and Mr. Otim Lynd Tom (2nd L) with members of the Interdepartmental Task Force Tracer Process to Address all Outstanding Transcripts Issues at Makerere University and College Registrars at the Press Conference.

The Vice Chancellor thanked the Department of the Academic Registrar for working hard to ensure that all the issues affecting the issuance of transcripts and certificates are resolved. “The Department has got a very good record of the transcripts and certificates that have not been collected and as you have seen in the media previously, these date back to the fifties.”

Prof. Nawangwe therefore appealed to the media to ensure that the public fair receives wide publicity so that all alumni who may have any issues regarding their academic credentials are reached. He reaffirmed that the public fair was demonstration of the University’s readiness to resolve any issues.

Additionally, Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi noted that the public fair was aimed at mobilizing public participation in the attainment of Makerere University‘s core values of professionalism, integrity and responsiveness to customer needs in as far as academic documents are concerned.

The Academic Registrar shared that as the custodian of all transcripts and certificates, the Department was mindful that there we some alumni who could have lost their documents in various circumstances. He equally invited all those that might fall in this category to visit the public fair and receive assistance.

Staff from the College of Business and Management Sciences (CoBAMS) interface with students on the first day of the Public Fair.
Staff from the College of Business and Management Sciences (CoBAMS) interface with students on the first day of the Public Fair.

“We want to renew our commitment to all our alumni and those interested in pursuing their academic careers at this university that we are a credible flagship university, and we remain committed to our ideals to develop the human resource capacity in this country, region and globally. Therefore the internal challenges you face are core to our business and we want to solve them jointly” concluded Prof. Buyinza.

Elaborating on the joint nature of the public fair, Mr. Otim who doubles as the Chairperson of the Interdepartmental Task Force Tracer Process to Address all Outstanding Transcripts Issues at Makerere University remarked that the assembly of various departments under one roof was aimed at resolving all pending issues transparently.

Mr. Otim acknowledged that although there have been technical issues surrounding issuance of some transcripts, a lot has been done to resolve them and all matters raised by stakeholders going forward will be handled on a case-by-case basis. He thanked the Vice Chancellor and University Management for the support accorded to the organisation of the Public Fair and the Media for covering the event.

The Public Fair on Academic Transcripts and Certificates will run for two weeks starting 8th November 2022, from 9:00AM to 4:00PM on all weekdays including Saturdays. A mobile application to help alumni check the status of their transcripts is being developed and a link will be shared in due course.

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Extension of Application Deadline for Diploma/Degree Holders 2026/2027

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A mid-morning shot of the Senate Building as seen from the Frank Kalimuzo Central Teaching Facility. Date taken: 18th May 2023. Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

The Academic Registrar, Makerere University informs all intending applicants for Private and Government Sponsorship for the 2026/2027 Academic Year that the deadline has been extended from 27th February, 2026 to Friday 13th March, 2026.

Applicants who have already applied need not apply.

For any additional information, refer to Announcements and requirements for Diploma/Degree holders Entry Scheme for Undergraduate programmes for 2026/2027 Academic Year, click the links below.

Privately Sponsored: https://news.mak.ac.ug/2026/03/advert-admissions-for-diploma-degree-holders-under-private-sponsorship-2026-27/

Government Sponsored: https://news.mak.ac.ug/2026/03/call-for-applications-diploma-holders-under-government-sponsorship-2026-2027/

Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi
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Advert: Admissions for Diploma/Degree Holders under Private Sponsorship 2026/27

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The Academic Registrar, Makerere University invites applications from Ugandan, East African and international applicants for the undergraduate programmes under the private sponsorship scheme for the 2026/2027 Academic Year.

Each applicant should:

EITHER

Hold at least a Second Class/Credit (or equivalent classification) Diploma or otherwise as specified in the Diploma Holders’ requirements from a recognised chartered institution, relevant to the programme applied for. Certified copies of academic transcripts and certificates (not photocopies of certified copies) from the awarding institutions and one passport size photograph must be submitted to Office 315 level three (3) Senate Building after applying online. 

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Be a Graduate from a RECOGNISED CHARTERED UNIVERSITY. Certified copies of academic transcripts and certificates (not photocopies of certified copies) from the awarding Institutions and one Passport size photography MUST be submitted to Office 315, Level three (3) Senate Building after applying online.

N.B. Applicants will be responsible for verification of their academic documents from the awarding Institutions after admission.

 Other relevant information can be obtained from UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS OFFICE, LEVEL 3, SENATE BUILDING OR CAN BE found on the University Website. 

Diploma Holder applicants who hold class three (3) diploma certificates or Pass Diplomas are not eligible for admission and therefore should not apply, except where stated in the Diploma Holders requirements. 

HOW TO APPLY                                                    

Applications shall be submitted online using the ACMIS system for all applicants. Diploma/degree holders and internationals will have to submit certified copies of their transcripts and certificates and a passport size photograph to Office 315, Level 3, Senate Building after submitting the application online and payment of application fees.                          

Details of the Diplomas required for each programme are in the document attached below, the same list can be found here: https://mak.ac.ug/how-apply/diploma-holders-application-guide                          

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED FROM UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS OFFICE, LEVEL 3, SENATE BUILDING, MAKERERE UNIVERSITY WITH EFFECT FROM 5th JANUARY, 2026.  

A NON-REFUNDABLE APPLICATION FEE OF SHS.55,000/= FOR UGANDAN AND EAST AFRICAN APPLICANTS OR $76.5 OR EQUIVALENT FOR INTERNATIONALS, (UGX.286,250=) PLUS BANK CHARGEs SHOULD BE PAID IN ANY OF THE BANKS USED BY UGANDA REVENUE AUTHORITY (URA)                                           

CANDIDATES WHO HOLD GRADES X, Y, Z, 7 AND 9 OF ‘O’LEVEL RESULTS SHOULD NOT APPLY BECAUSE THEY ARE NOT ELIGIBLE FOR ADMISSION.     

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ONLINE APPLICATION PORTAL USER GUIDE                                                

Applicants should access the Institution’s Admissions URL https://apply.mak.ac.ug

  • Signup using full name, e-mail and Mobile Number.  Please note that your name must be similar to the one on your supporting academic documents for your application to be considered valid.  If you changed your names please go to Senate Building Office 611 with a deed poll and gazette supporting the name change.                                       
  • A password will be sent to both your e-mail and mobile number.                                         
  • The system will prompt you to change the password to the one you can easily remember.             
  • To fill a form (all form sections must be filled)the applicant clicks on the APPLY NOW button displayed on the running scheme.
  • Obtain a pay reference nunber(PRN)  after submitting the application.
  • Make a payment at any of the banks used by Uganda Revenue Authority.                                        

MOBILE MONEY PAYMENT STEPS:                                                 

1.   Dial *272*6# on MTN or Airtel                             

2.   Select option 3-Admission                                     

3.   Select option 3 Pay Fees                          

4.  Enter reference number obtained from Application portal                                      

5.  Details of Application form will be confirmed                                

6. Enter PIN to confirm payment                              

The closing date for receiving applications was extended to Friday 13th March, 2026.

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Call for Applications: Diploma Holders under Government Sponsorship 2026/2027

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The Academic Registrar, Makerere University invites applications from Diploma Holders only for admission under the Government Sponsorship Scheme (not exceeding 5% of the intake capacity) to the University Degree Programmes for the 2026/2027 Academic year listed in the document attached below.

  • Each applicant should possess at least a Credit or Second Class or equivalent Diploma in a relevant field from a recognised Institution plus a Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) with at least 5 Passes (or its equivalent) and a Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) with at least One Principal Pass and Two Subsidiary Passes obtained at the same sitting (or its equivalent).
  • A non refundable application fee of Shs.55,000/ = (Fifty five thousand shillings only) excluding bank charges using an ACMIS Pay Reference Number should be paid to any bank used by URA before submitting a system generated application form to the Admissions Office, Room 315 Level 3, in the Senate Building, Makerere University.
  • Certified copies of Diploma Transcripts (not photocopies of certified copies) from the awarding Institutions must be attached to the application forms. Incomplete application forms shall not be processed.
  • Details of the Diplomas required for each programme are in the document attached below, the same list can be found here: https://mak.ac.ug/how-apply/diploma-holders-application-guide
  • N.B. Applicants will be responsible for verification of their academic documents from the awarding Institutions.
  • Each applicant should also attach a copy of the Birth Certificate to the application form.
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The closing date for returning the system generated application forms and certified copies of the academic documents to the University was extended to Friday 13th March, 2026.

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