The management of Federal Polytechnic, Nasarawa has officially announced the commencement of admissions into its various National Diploma (ND) and Higher National Diploma (HND) programmes for the 2026/2027 Academic Session.

According to the admission notice, qualified candidates are invited to apply for full-time, part-time, postgraduate diploma, top-up, and National Skills Qualification (NSQ) programmes offered across the institution’s schools and departments.

Available Full-Time Programmes (Two-Year ND & HND)

School of Agricultural Technology (SAT)

National Diploma (ND)

• Agricultural Technology
• Animal Production Technology
• Crop Production Technology
• Horticultural Technology

Higher National Diploma (HND)

• Agricultural Extension and Management Technology

School of Applied Sciences

National Diploma (ND)

• Mathematics and Statistics
• Science Laboratory Technology
  • Biochemistry Option
  • Chemistry Option
  • Microbiology Option
  • Physics/Electronics Option
  • Environmental Biology Option
• Hospitality Management Technology
• Public Health Technology
• Nutrition and Dietetics

Higher National Diploma (HND)

• Statistics
• Hospitality Management Technology

School of Business Studies (SBS)

National Diploma (ND)

• Accountancy
• Business Administration and Management
• Marketing
• Public Administration
• Taxation
• Insurance
• Procurement and Supply Chain Management

Higher National Diploma (HND)

• Accountancy
• Business Administration and Management
• Marketing
• Public Administration

School of Engineering Technology (SET)

• Civil Engineering Technology
• Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology
• Mechanical Engineering Technology
• Agricultural and Bio-Environmental Engineering Technology
• Mechatronics Engineering Technology
• Welding and Fabrication Engineering Technology

School of Environmental Studies

• Architectural Technology
• Building Technology
• Estate Management and Valuation
• Urban and Regional Planning
• Quantity Surveying
• Surveying and Geo-Informatics
• Arts and Industrial Design

School of General Studies

• Crime Management
• Cooperative Economics and Management
• Library and Information Science
• Local Government and Development Studies

School of Information Technology

• Computer Science
• Office Technology and Management
• Library and Information Science
• Journalism and Media Studies
• Software and Web Development
• Mass Communication

Admission Requirements

HND Programmes

Applicants seeking admission into HND programmes must possess:

• A relevant National Diploma (ND) from a recognized Polytechnic.
• A minimum of Lower Credit.
• Five O’Level credit passes including Mathematics and English Language.

ND Programmes

Candidates applying for ND programmes must:

• Possess a minimum of five O’Level credits including English Language and Mathematics.
• Have participated in the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).

Method of Application

The Polytechnic announced that application forms are available online through the institution’s admission portal.

Interested applicants are advised to complete their applications within the stipulated admission period and ensure all required credentials are uploaded correctly.

Post-UTME Screening for ND Candidates

The institution stated that candidates who selected Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa during the 2026 UTME and scored the approved minimum cut-off mark are eligible to participate in the Post-UTME screening exercise.

Part-Time Programmes

The Polytechnic also offers part-time programmes leading to the award of ND and HND qualifications in the following fields:

• Electrical Engineering
• Computer Science
• Business Administration
• Statistics
• Mass Communication
• Public Administration
• Office Technology Management
• Science Laboratory Technology

Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) Programmes

Applications are equally invited into the following Postgraduate Diploma programmes:

• PGD Accountancy
• PGD Finance
• PGD Public Administration
• PGD Computer Science
• PGD Mass Communication
• PGD Statistics
• PGD Urban and Regional Planning
• PGD Project Management
• PGD Environmental Microbiology
• PGD Business Management

Top-Up Programmes

Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa also offers Top-Up Programmes for candidates seeking academic advancement.

According to the notice, HND holders with Pass grade are eligible to apply.

National Skills Qualification (NSQ) Certification

The institution is also accepting applications for National Skills Qualification (NSQ) Certification programmes in various vocational and technical fields, including:

• Animal Husbandry
• Carpentry and Joinery
• Cosmetology
• Data Analytics
• Electrical Installation
• Fabrication and Welding
• Fashion Design and Garment Making
• Hospitality and Catering
• Masonry
• Plumbing
• Programming (Java)
• Tiling
• Web Development

These programmes are designed to equip participants with industry-relevant practical skills and professional certifications.

Closing Date

The management of Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa announced that the admission application portal will close on:

Friday, July 24, 2026

Prospective candidates are encouraged to complete their applications before the deadline to avoid missing the opportunity for admission into the institution for the 2026/2027 Academic Session.

Contact for Enquiries

09021691864

Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa advised all applicants to regularly monitor official communication channels for updates regarding screening schedules, admission lists, and registration procedures.