Established in 1985, the administration office officially commenced operations at temporary campus, Kem Kijang Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Kota Bharu Kelantan. In 1996, the division was directed to relocate at Bukit Ilmu in Machang district. At present, the administration is mobilized by 36 staff and led by Hishamudin Mohamad Twontawi the Deputy Registrar. The Administrative Department is one of the most important parts of UiTM Kelantan branch which is responsible for managing administrative and human resources.

The functions of this department are: