Admissions 2026/2027

Your Journey Starts Here

Join a community of innovators and future leaders. Follow the steps below to begin your application to Federal Polytechnic Abuja.

Admission Process

Five simple steps to join our community

1

Apply via JAMB

You must sit for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and select Federal Polytechnic Abuja as your choice institution.

2

Check Eligibility

Ensure you meet the O'Level requirements for your chosen programme — five credits including English and Mathematics, plus programme-specific subjects.

3

Attend Screening

Participate in the Polytechnic's post-UTME screening exercise. Bring your UTME slip, O'Level results, and other required documents.

4

Admission List

Check the admission list on the Polytechnic portal and the JAMB CAPS portal. Accept or reject the offer within the specified period.

5

Registration

Pay the acceptance fee, complete your online registration, and attend the orientation programme for new students.

Entry Requirements

General requirements for National Diploma (ND) programmes

Five (5) O'Level credit passes including English Language and Mathematics

Credits must be obtained at not more than two sittings (WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB)

Specific subject requirements vary by programme — see programme pages for details

You must sit for the JAMB Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME)

UTME subject combination must match the chosen programme

Minimum UTME score as determined by the Polytechnic for the session

HND Requirements

For Higher National Diploma programmes

National Diploma (ND) in the relevant programme with minimum of Lower Credit

One year post-ND industrial attachment (evidence required)

O'Level credits as required for the ND programme

Candidates with Pass grade at ND may be considered if they have 2+ years post-ND experience

Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission — selection is competitive

Tuition & Fees

Affordable, transparent pricing for the 2026/2027 session

Fee Category
Amount
Note
Acceptance Fee
₦15,000
One-time, non-refundable
Tuition (ND, per session)
₦45,000
Subject to review
Tuition (HND, per session)
₦50,000
Subject to review
Accommodation (optional)
₦25,000
Per session, limited slots
Registration
₦5,000
Per session
Exam
₦5,000
Per session
Medicals
₦5,000
Per session
Sports
₦2,000
Per session
Library
₦3,000
Per session
ICT
₦5,000
Per session

Fees are subject to review. Additional departmental charges may apply. Online payments are processed securely.

Key Dates & Deadlines

Admission Screening Begins

To be announced

First Admission List Released

To be announced

Acceptance Fee Deadline

To be announced

Online Registration Opens

To be announced

Matriculation Ceremony

To be announced

Prospectus 2026/2027

Full programme details and admission info

PDF, 4.2 MB

Application Form

Printable application form (if applicable)

PDF, 1.1 MB

Academic Calendar

2026/2027 session calendar

PDF, 0.8 MB

Need help with your application?

Our Admissions Office is here to guide you through every step.