Qualified in Nigeria (Teacher)
If you were awarded a teaching qualification from a Nigerian Higher Education Institution (HEI) in Primary or Secondary Education, you may be eligible to apply for registration. It is a legal requirement for all teachers working in Nigerian schools to be registered with the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN).
The current registration fee is ₦[insert current TRCN fee] and covers the registration period as determined by TRCN. The fee remains fixed regardless of when you join or leave the register during this period, and is not prorated.
If you were previously registered with TRCN, either under Provisional Registration or Full Registration, please refer to the Return to the Register section for more information.
If you completed a teaching qualification at a Nigerian Higher Education Institution but did not apply for TRCN registration at the time, kindly contact our registration team and submit the following information:
Information you will need to provide
Once you have compiled the required documentation, kindly attach them to an email and send to: registration@trcn.gov.ng
Fees Structure
| Qualification Level | Registration Fee | License Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ph.D. (Category A) | ₦10,000 | ₦7,000 | ₦17,000 |
| Master's (Category B) | ₦8,000 | ₦6,000 | ₦14,000 |
| Bachelor's/PGDE (Category C) | ₦6,000 | ₦4,000 | ₦10,000 |
| NCE (Category D) | ₦3,000 | ₦3,000 | ₦6,000 |
You may also be required to pay for the TRCN PQE and any late processing or verification fees depending on your case.